Charlotte’s Black Alumni Chapter Presents “2026 Side Hustle: Turning Passions Into Profits”
Hosted by the Black Alumni Chapter & the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
April 9, 2026
5:30 PM-7:30 PM
SAC Salons
Charlotte, NC 28262
Do you have a side hustle—or thinking of starting one?
The Black Alumni Chapter invites students and alumni to attend Side Hustle: Turning Passions into Profits, an inspiring event designed for students and alumni who are building businesses, pursuing passions and making their side gigs thrive!
This is a great opportunity to network and learn tips from an esteemed panel of alums who have successfully established their own businesses, making a full-time career of their side hustles.
Light refreshments will be served.
Agenda at a Glance
Side Hustle: Turning Passions into Profits
- Check-in & Networking5:30 – 6 PM
- Side Hustle Panel6 – 6:45 PM
- Networking & Side Hustle Showcase6:45 – 7:30 PM
Interested in Showcasing Your Side Hustle?
Submit information on your side hustle to participate in the Side Hustle Showcase opportunity.
Each selected entrepreneur will have a table to set up their promotional materials and should be prepared to give attendees their side hustle “elevator pitch,” share brief details of their journey and answer questions.
**All participants are responsible for providing their own marketing or promotional materials**
No sales allowed on premises.
Seeking participants from various industries.
Email Hannah Jakob, Director of Alumni Engagement Programming, at hjakob@charlotte.edu to be considered.