MoneyFest 2026

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Innovation Portal, Mobile, Alabama
Cost: FREE (RSVP required)

What is MoneyFest?

MoneyFest is a free, one-day event that helps entrepreneurs and business owners find and understand the money they need to start and grow their businesses. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, MoneyFest connects you with experts who can guide you through the many ways to fund your business for the next level.

Why Attend?

Finding money for your business can be confusing and overwhelming. At MoneyFest, we make it simple. You’ll learn about all types of funding options – from bank loans and investors to grants and bootstrapping – explained in plain, easy-to-understand language.

What to Expect:

• Learn from experts about different types of funding and which ones are right for your business
• Hear real stories from local business owners who have successfully funded their companies
• Attend practical workshops on topics like building credit and preparing financial documents
• Meet one-on-one with bankers and investors who can help fund your business
• Network with other entrepreneurs and funding professionals
• Join us for a happy hour after the event to continue making valuable connections

Who Should Attend:

• Entrepreneurs with business ideas
• Startup founders
• Small business owners looking to grow
• Anyone interested in learning about business funding

Cost:

Thanks to our sponsors, this event is completely FREE to attend! Please RSVP Prior to the event so we can plan accordingly!

Event Schedule (Subject to Change)

• 8:00 AM:  Registration and Welcome
  • Breakfast
• 8:45 AM:  Opening Keynote
  • TBA, TBA
• 9:40 AM: Breakout Sessions (Choose one to attend) 
  • Investment Track – TBA, TBA
  • Lending Track –TBA, TBA
  • Social Impact/Nonprofit Track –TBA, TBA
• 10:20 AM  Networking
  • Capital Conversations – Scheduled 15 minute conversations with funders (Banks, Investors, Grantors)
• 10:40 AM: What type of money does your business need? (Panel)
  • Moderator: TBA – TBA
  • Panelists: TBA – TBA
• 11:50 AM: Lunch
  • Capital Conversations – Scheduled 15 minute conversations with funders (Banks, Investors, Grantors)
• 12:35 PM: Get Funded in the South (Panel)
  • Moderator: TBA – TBA
  • Panelists: TBA – TBA
• 1:40 PM:  Breakout Sessions (Choose one to attend)
  • Investment Track – TBA, TBA
  • Lending Track –TBA, TBA
  • Social Impact/Nonprofit Track –TBA, TBA
• 2:20 PM:  Breakout Sessions (Choose one to attend)
  • Investment Track – TBA, TBA
  • Lending Track –TBA, TBA
  • Social Impact/Nonprofit Track –TBA, TBA
• 3:00 PM   3:45 PM:  Closing Keynote
  • TBA, TBA
• 4:00 PM   4:30 PM:  Closing Remarks
  • Todd Greer, Innovation Portal 
• 4:30 PM   5:30 PM:  Networking Mixer
  • Capital Conversations – Scheduled 15 minute conversations with funders (Banks, Investors, Grantors)

Register Now:

For more information or to register for your spot now, RSVP below or reach out to Innovation Portal Program Staff at programs@innovation-portal.com.

MoneyFest 2026 is made possible through our sponsors and partners:

About Innovation Portal:

Innovation Portal is a nonprofit incubator and innovation hub dedicated to accelerating the growth of startup businesses across southwest Alabama and the central Gulf Coast. Offering more than just workspace, Innovation Portal is a community where entrepreneurs, innovators, and creatives come together to launch and grow their ventures.