# Event Details - **Event Name**: CapacityCon 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am – Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: CapacityCon empowers business service organizations with actionable strategies to boost capacity, save money, and enhance productivity.About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/JwZKca7IxiE?si=xIDhEWudfDHoRaFRThe landscape of entrepreneurship, community building, and nonprofit development has changed. Budgets are tighter. Needs are bigger. And the truth is… waiting for someone else to figure it out is no longer an option.That’s why Capacity Time 2026 is all about taking bold action. Our theme, We Don’t Wait. We Work., is not just a mantra—it’s a movement.This event is built for the doers:The ecosystem builders looking for stronger partnerships.The nonprofits navigating reduced funding but rising community needs.The entrepreneur support organizations rethinking what “capacity” really looks like in an ever-changing world.We’re coming together to collaborate, fund, support, and work toward a better reality for ourselves and those we serve. This isn’t networking for the sake of it. This is purpose-driven connection and execution-focused conversation. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/bb7f1ee0-b0cd-11f0-abc6-7f2c0bb94a33-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8693d-gmir.jpg ATTENDEES SHOULD EXPECT-Expert-Led Sessions: Learn from industry leaders and gain insights into the latest strategies for capacity building and organizational efficiency.-Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals throughout the state and expand your network to foster collaboration and support.-Hands-On Workshops: Participate in interactive sessions designed to provide practical, actionable plans that you can implement right away.-Energy Enhancing Lunch: Our Give It Get It Lunch allows you time to see where collaboration really is, while enjoyed tasry bites and sips with your fellow ecosystem partners. Meet someone new or catch up with old friends.-Resource-Rich Environment: Access a wealth of resources, including a comprehensive CapacityCon manual, to guide your organization's growth and development.AGENDA 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Registration & BreakfastKick off the day with networking over breakfast! Connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and business leaders as we prepare for a day of learning, collaboration, and action.9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Fireside ChatHosted by Chisa Pennix-Brown, this engaging conversation will explore the vital role of Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) in creating connected and sustainable business ecosystems. Learn how local, regional, and national collaboration can drive economic growth and business success.10:00 AM – 10:15 AM | BreakRecharge and get ready for the next interactive session.10:15 AM – 10:45 AM | Calendar CollisionThis is the time for you to bring out your calendars and share what you have coming up that is already planned for 2026. Dates are up, venues are booked, and registration is ready. This exercise will provide us with a real community calendar of events and allow us to see what is happening in real time.10:45 AM – 11:15 AM | The QuestionsLed by LaShon Harley This engaging session will pose a series of questions that will get you thinking about how you and your organization show up in the ecosystem and find pathways for you to think more collaboratively.11:15 AM – 11:30 AM | Mental Wealth BreakTake a moment to network and refresh before diving into funding strategies.11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Meet Your Metrics & Funding StrategiesLed by La-Tasha Best-GaddyThis powerful session will help ESOs and entrepreneurs define success metrics, identify funding sources, and create sustainable growth strategies. Learn from top experts how to align your business goals with financial opportunities, understand what funders look for, and position yourself for financial sustainability. This session will also highlight how the Give It Get It Membership helps business owners track their progress, access funding resources, and build meaningful business connections.12:30 PM – 1:15 PM | Give It Get It LunchA unique lunch experience focused on mental wellness for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Enjoy a delicious meal while engaging in conversations about how you can Give It & Get It for your organization or business.1:15 PM – 3:15 PM | 90 Day Focus: Marketing & CollaborationLed by Chisa Pennix-Brown, this hands-on workshop will help you develop a 90-day action plan for marketing and collaboration. Learn how to leverage partnerships, streamline content, and use AI-driven marketing strategies to elevate your brand and increase engagement.3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Wrap-Up & FeedbackA chance to reflect, share key takeaways, and provide feedback on the day’s sessions. Walk away with actionable insights, new connections, and a clear strategy to implement in your organization or business. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bbf8bbb0-b0cd-11f0-abc6-7f2c0bb94a33-rimg-w572-h740-dcc25f32-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/capacitycon-2026/100001843666990599 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, calendar, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: E Harvey Estes Conference Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 197, max: 372.12, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Durham - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: E Harvey Estes Conference Center - **lat**: 35.87999850000001 - **long**: -78.84760440000001 - **full address**: E Harvey Estes Conference Center, 1121 Slater Road, Durham, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CapacityCon 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1d981ed74e2ce068e659386941c2040e839bdafec345e18f8bb9d832b48ece44-rimg-w677-h384-dcf8693d-gmir.jpg?v=1769717720 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CapacityCon 2026 being held? - **A:** CapacityCon 2026 takes place on Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm at E Harvey Estes Conference Center, 1121 Slater Road, Durham, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing CapacityCon 2026? - **A:** CapacityCon 2026 is organized by Give It To The People. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CapacityCon 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Durham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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