TECH FEST

October 25, 2025 - 1PM to 4PM

Join us for an exciting day of technology, entrepreneurship, and hands-on learning at the PowerUpUSA Tech Fest! From 100 Laptops and 200 ecc devices, Digital Litereacy, Podcast and music production workshop and panles discussions and workshops to gaming competitions this event brings together innovators, makers, and dreamers for a festival of tech and creativity.

Podcast/Music Production

Training

100 Laptop Giveaways

Youth Gaming Competiton

Grants Workshops & Panels

45 Minute Digital Skills training with every Laptop

100 Laptops and 200 eero routers and Digital Training

As part of the Tech Fest, 100 refurbished laptops will be distributed to participants along with 200 eroos routers and hands-on digital training. Attendees will learn essential computer skills, empowering them to stay connected, learn, and thrive in today’s tech-driven world.

*Laptop pickup & digital training - 1pm, 2pm, 3pm*

Podcast 101 Class

Students learn how to plan, record, and produce their own podcasts while mastering storytelling, interviewing, and audio editing. This class builds communication and tech skills, giving youth a creative platform to share their voices and ideas with the world.

*Training class begins at 2pm*

Gaming as an Entrepreneur

SOLD OUT

Gaming as an Entrepreneur

Students explore how to turn their passion for gaming into business opportunities. From streaming and content creation to game development and esports management, this class teaches creativity, branding, and the skills to build a gaming-based career.

Grants Panel

Hear from experts who have received and helped others get millions in grants.

Kenny D. Smith, President

Grace Mar Services Inc

Vanessa Roberson-Powell, Consultant

BLWall Consulting

Tommy Nichols, Moderator

Power Up USA

Music Recording

Students dive into the world of audio production, learning how to record vocals and instruments, mix tracks, and use digital tools to create professional-quality music. This class blends creativity and technology to help produce vocals and music.