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Friday, April 18
 

5:45am EDT

Prolyfyck Community Walk & Run
Friday April 18, 2025 5:45am - 7:00am EDT
Darden Towe Park Charlottesville

Lace-up your shoes and take to the streets for a fun run with the Prolyfyck run crew in support of a unified community where representation and inclusion matter. Prolyfycks’ mindset centers around community and abundance, rather than competition. Whether you come alone or with a group, you will receive an abundance of encouragement, support, and love along the way! Run together, not against each other!

At the end of the run, participants will circle up for announcements, community support, recognition of new folx, and finally to let some rage out (release any internal energy/emotion flowing in the body through yelling) before the close of the event.

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please register for a Free "Create Your Schedule" Ticket. You’ll then receive an email from Sched prompting you to build your schedule.

Speakers
avatar for James 'Littlez' Dowell

James 'Littlez' Dowell

Co-Founder, Prolyfyck
Native of Charlottesville, co-founder of Prolyfyck Run Creww and Marathoner.
Sponsors
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Prolyfyck

Prolyfyck Run Creww got started in the summer of 2019. Named after Nipsey Hussle’s Victory Lap lyric “I'm prolific, so gifted. I'm the type that's gon' go get it.” The group has adopted that mindset, being proactive in their approach, rather than sitting, waiting for opportunities... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 5:45am - 7:00am EDT
Darden Towe Park Charlottesville
  Community Partner Programs

8:00am EDT

Entrepreneurship Track
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00am - 8:15am EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Exploring how businesses start, grow, and flourish.

Everyone needs to have an entrepreneurial mindset. The Entrepreneurship theme delves into the entrepreneurial journey, offering tools, insights, and strategies for founders at every stage. With intention at its core, this theme emphasizes the importance of building purpose-driven businesses while navigating the inevitable challenges that come with entrepreneurship. We’ll tackle the founder’s dilemma—balancing vision with execution, scaling with sustainability, and passion with practicality. Sessions will explore the intricacies of funding—how to secure it, manage it, and use it to fuel long-term growth. But beyond merely surviving, this track is about thriving—teaching entrepreneurs and the entrepreneur in all of us not just how to stay afloat in competitive markets but how to build resilient, innovative ventures that scale and succeed. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, Entrepreneurship equips you with the knowledge and networks to turn challenges into opportunities and drive your venture to new heights.

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Note: This Conference session is ticketed.

Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Kate Byrne

Kate Byrne

Podcast Host, WomenAdvancing, Founder/Advisor
Kate Byrne grows things; people, businesses, movements. Her career marries her love of media, the power of technology, financial literacy and the impact of heart in people and business as forces for good. The Stanford grad is a trusted voice and cross-sector translator, a gifted rainmaker... Read More →
avatar for Paul Beyer

Paul Beyer

Executive Director, Tom Tom Foundation
My professional interests and passions are around community building; with a specific focus on my hometown of Charlottesville, VA. I love the instigators, entrepreneurs, artists, activists, and healers who are filled with civic purpose and desire to create communities of friendship... Read More →
avatar for Adeleke (Ade) Omitowoju

Adeleke (Ade) Omitowoju

Angel Investor
Adeleke Omitowoju is an investor, operator, and long-time champion of entrepreneurs with over 15 years of experience across venture capital, private equity, enterprise sales, and startup growth. He’s passionate about helping founders scale transformative businesses—from early... Read More →
avatar for Alex Zorychta

Alex Zorychta

Managing Partner, Not Yet Ventures
Alex Zorychta is Managing Partner of Not Yet Ventures, a Charlottesville-based venture capital firm pioneering the earliest stage of unicorn startup investing. He's coached 16 startups from pre-idea to YC/Techstars funding, and founded his own startup that was funded by Y Combinator... Read More →
avatar for Ali Bayler

Ali Bayler

Managing Director, New Republic Partners
Ali Bayler serves as Managing Director, head of the Mid-Atlantic region, and on the Investment Committee for New Republic Partners, a Multi-Family Office started with resources and investment capabilities from 4th and 2nd gen family offices. Ali has broad experience helping families... Read More →
avatar for Amanda Pollard

Amanda Pollard

Associate, WSGR
Amanda Pollard advises technology and life sciences companies at all stages of growth. She also represents financial and strategic investors in equity investments in high-growth companies.Amanda’s practice focuses on corporate and securities law, including company formation, founder... Read More →
avatar for Anahata Sabat

Anahata Sabat

Founder, Plant Magic Bottle Shop
Sober Curious Coach and Mentor, Anahata is the owner of Plant Magic Bottle Shop in DC, the first clean bottle shop in DC. She grew her following with High Vibe Women, spiritual wellness community for the sober curious, providing an alcohol-free social club.
avatar for Berry Brunk

Berry Brunk

Founding Partner, Exit Right Advisers
Berry Brunk has more than 25 years of leadership experience - and six exits - with companies that have been at the forefront of transforming the delivery of healthcare in the Mr. Brunk has developed strong relationships with decision-makers in post-acute care, health systems, IDNs... Read More →
avatar for Bo Grist

Bo Grist

Director, SBDC
Bo has been a co-founder or the first employee in 3 technology startups where he focused on implementing eCommerce technology for large retailers like Calvin Klein, Ethan Allen, Dickies, Tory Burch, 1800-PetMeds, Floor and Decor, and The WWE.  Last year, Bo resigned from a company... Read More →
avatar for Brenden Grace

Brenden Grace

Founder, F-CTO
Brenden Grace has over 25 years of experience growing and scaling startups across a range of industries, including Network Security, Advertising, Data Management, and Healthcare. As Chief Technology Officer of Demyst, he drove growth from $0 to $20 million in ARR. As Vice President... Read More →
avatar for Brock Saunders

Brock Saunders

Managing Partner, Mattock Capital
Brock is currently the Managing Partner at Mattock Capital, a Richmond-based family office investing in a diverse set of alternative investments. Prior to Mattock, Brock was the President and Chief Investment Officer at James River Capital Corp., an investment management firm and... Read More →
avatar for Catherine Heath

Catherine Heath

Director of Business Development, Anytime Seltzer
Catherine Heath is a dynamic business leader with expertise in sales, marketing, and strategic growth in the cannabis and hemp industries. As Director of Business Development at Anytime Seltzer, she drives market expansion, brand partnerships, and retail accessibility.With a background... Read More →
avatar for Christine Mahoney

Christine Mahoney

Chief Innovation Officer, UVA Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy
Dr. Christine Mahoney is Chief Innovation Officer and Professor of Public Policy and Politics at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia. She directs the Tadler Program in Impact Investing in Appalachia, the UVA Environmental Institute-funded... Read More →
avatar for Daniel Ginsberg

Daniel Ginsberg

Founder & CEO, Utrain Inc
A former Professional Basketball Player and current Founder & CEO of Utrain, transforming how basketball trainers and athletes connect. Passionate about basketball, tech, and business growth through no-code solutions, social media marketing, and NIL partnerships.LinkedIn: Daniel ... Read More →
avatar for David Deaton

David Deaton

Co-Founder, MindSalt, Inc
David Deaton, co-leader of MindSalt, has been leading transformation for organizations of all types, sizes, and industries for nearly three decades. He has extensive expertise in strategic planning, operational and financial analysis, market research, and effective execution. David... Read More →
avatar for David Skandera

David Skandera

Assistant Professor of Strategic Management, Virginia Commonwealth University
Dr. David Skandera is a researcher and Assistant Professor of Strategic Management in the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). His work focuses on the role of business in society, and specifically on developing theories and educating (current and future) business... Read More →
avatar for David Touve

David Touve

Managing Director, 434 Accelerator
David is the Managing Director of 434, an accelerator program supporting early-stage, technology-driven companies based in and around Charlottesville, Virginia. Most recently, he was the Senior Director of the Batten Institute at the Darden School of Business, an Assistant Professor... Read More →
avatar for Emily Smith

Emily Smith

Founder & CEO, Side Nerd Apps
Emily Smith is the Founder & CEO of Side Nerd Apps, a tech company dedicated to simplifying data collection through intuitive, text message-based solutions. With a background in analytics and marketing technology, Emily spent six years consulting for Fortune 500 clients at Analytic... Read More →
avatar for Heidi Nel

Heidi Nel

Chief Operating Officer, New Theory Ventures
Heidi Nel is a strategist and operator whose experience spans entertainment, government affairs, and finance. She serves as Chief Operating Officer at New Theory Ventures, a family office and venture catalyst that invests in women and diverse entrepreneurs, enabling early-stage founders... Read More →
avatar for Hope Lawrence

Hope Lawrence

Program Manager, Venture Central
Hope Lawrence is the founder of the Hudson Henry Baking Company, a granola business she started in 2012 and named after her two sons, Hudson and Henry. What began at the Charlottesville City Market grew to a coveted brand that was sold across the country. Her “Hudson Henry Granola... Read More →
avatar for Jake Spradling

Jake Spradling

Co-Founder & CEO/CTO, CargoLabs Inc.
Full Stack software engineer building web-solutions for truckers.LinkedIn: Jake Spradling
avatar for Janet Arzt

Janet Arzt

Founder & Managing Partner, Parere Advisory
Janet Joyce Arzt, CFA is Founder and Managing Partner of Parere Advisory, an independent consulting firm advising family offices on infrastructure, development and strategy. Parere Advisory specializes in discovering, reviewing and presenting infrastructure options while serving as... Read More →
avatar for Jonathan Aberman

Jonathan Aberman

Partner, Ruxton Ventures
Jonathan Aberman is Parter in Ruxton Ventures a seed stage venture capital firm that is currently growing as portfolio of more than 20 software startups, based throughout the world. He has worked previously in the investment banking industry and as a partner in major international... Read More →
avatar for Joshua Gentine

Joshua Gentine

Founder & President, Bench Consulting
Josh is a family business advisor, helping multi-generational families and their leadersnavigate the complexities of family enterprise ownership. Josh is accredited as both aHogan and Gallup Strengths coach. His background as an investor, advisor, corporatedirector, and third-generation... Read More →
avatar for Julie Pelrine

Julie Pelrine

Partner, CFGI
As a Partner at CFGI, a highly specialized financial consulting firm that is part of the Carlyle and CVC portfolio, I lead and oversee complex and strategic projects for clients across various industries and scenarios.My mission is to provide seamless and high-quality services to... Read More →
avatar for Keith Rosenliao

Keith Rosenliao

CEO & Founder, Aedify
Keith is a serial entrepreneur and co-founded Aedify with Lucien. His first company, Cayuga Climbs, is the first commercial climbing gym in Ithaca, NY. At Aedify, Keith is the CEO and the lead developer behind Capital Spaceship, a computer game that teaches personal finance.Prior... Read More →
avatar for Kevin Eisenfrats

Kevin Eisenfrats

Co-Founder & CEO, Contraline
Kevin Eisenfrats co-founded Contraline and has been CEO since its inception. Contraline is a biotechnology company developing paradigm-shifting innovations in reproductive health, starting with the world's first long-lasting, reversible male contraceptive. Kevin has led Contraline... Read More →
avatar for Lily Garcia-Walton

Lily Garcia-Walton

Chief People Officer, Silverchair
Lily drives the company’s people strategy, enabling the success of Silverchair’s exceptional professionals. She has more than two decades of experience leading technology, education, media, and professional services organizations through transformative change while preserving... Read More →
avatar for Larry Moulis

Larry Moulis

Fractional CPO, Roadmap Works
I help small companies build and secure their technology by helping them focus on improving the fit between their product-market plans and their development processes and capabilities. A crucial artifact is a reliable Product Roadmap.LinkedIn: Larry Moulis... Read More →
avatar for Lisa O'Mara

Lisa O'Mara

Director, Investor Relations, Locus
Lisa O'Mara is the Director of Investor Relations at Locus, a Virginia-based community development financial institution (CDFI). Here she leads a dedicated team in securing funds to advance Locus' mission of creating equitable access to capital through financing in affordable housing... Read More →
avatar for Lucien Charland

Lucien Charland

COO, Aedify Inc
Lucien, co-founder of Aedify, is Director and Head of Geo Expansion at Kraken Digital Asset Exchange, where he’s been responsible for the commercial launch of the platform in several countries around the world. He previously founded a sustainable agriculture company backed by the... Read More →
avatar for M James Faison

M James Faison

Partner, Faison Law Group
M. James Faison is the managing partner at Faison Law Group, a law firm that specializes in venture capital, emerging company, fund formation and M&A legal work. He is a graduate of Harvard University and the University of Virginia School of Law. James is the former founder of Milton's... Read More →
avatar for Maria Bastasch

Maria Bastasch

CEO, Drink Company
Maria Bastasch is the CEO of Drink Company, a designer, and a hospitality innovator shaping the future of social connection. A leader in the mindful drinking movement, she has built award-winning beverage programs and immersive experiences that challenge industry norms, creating more... Read More →
avatar for Mark Ferguson

Mark Ferguson

Co-Founder, Chiefly
Mark is the co-founder of Chiefly, an automated scheduling solution that will save chief medical residents +50% of their time. Mark graduated from UVA in 2017 and has worked in M&A, management consulting, and has started multiple ventures. LinkedIn: Mark Ferguson... Read More →
avatar for Marty Weiner

Marty Weiner

Former CTO Reddit, Founding Engineer Pinterest
Marty was a founding engineer at Pinterest and spent 4.5 exciting years building Pinterest from tiny to big. In 2015 he joined Reddit as its first CTO tasked with helping bring the company into working order. Much gray hair was created, but now Reddit has even IPO’d and is on the... Read More →
avatar for Nick Weatherton

Nick Weatherton

CoFounder, MedSafely
Nicholas Weatherton is a trailblazing clinical pharmacy practitioner who seamlessly bridges the worlds of pharmacy practice and healthcare technology. As Lead Clinical Pharmacist at RubiconMD, he provides expert guidance to primary care physicians through electronic consultations... Read More →
avatar for Olivia Cleary

Olivia Cleary

Founder, The Clearly Collective
Olivia Cleary is the Founder of The Clearly Collective, a luxury design agency specializing in bespoke products that capture the essence of destinations, colleges, and brands. A graduate of the University of Virginia’s School of Architecture and a participant in the Darden School... Read More →
avatar for Omar Garriott

Omar Garriott

Executive Director, UVA Darden School of Business, Batten Institute
Omar Garriott is Executive Director of UVA Darden’s Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology. Prior to Darden he built a career as a “Tech Intrapreneur for Good,” venture founder, and bestselling author. He has led product marketing teams and education... Read More →
avatar for Pauline Idogho

Pauline Idogho

Founder & CEO, Mocktail Club
Pauline Idogho is the Founder/CEO of Mocktail Club, a line of premium crafted ready-to-drink non-alcoholic cocktails inspired by her quest to  find sophisticated and better-for-you alternatives to alcohol. Prior to founding the company, Pauline had a 15-year career in investment... Read More →
avatar for Reagan Stillerman

Reagan Stillerman

Director of Operations, Kindness Cafe + Play
Reagan is a dedicated and passionate special educator with nearly two decades of experience working in grades K-12 across a wide variety of educational settings. As and Director of Operations at Kindness Cafe, a non-profit dedicated to employing adults with disabilities, Reagan has... Read More →
avatar for Robert Keaton

Robert Keaton

CFO/Controller, BluePoint Consulting LLC
Rob Keaton is a seasoned financial leader with over a decade of experience in providing fractional financial guidance to companies across Virginia and the United States. As a Certified QuickBooks Pro, he has honed his skills in managing financial operations for businesses across a... Read More →
avatar for Roberta Keller

Roberta Keller

Founder / CEO, Alexis Advisors
Roberta Keller is a thought-leader in building a wealth management social enterprise. Roberta founded Alexis Advisors in 2013 and was the first Certified B Corp financial services firm in the Central Virginia region. The firm offers women and working professionals fee-only financial... Read More →
avatar for Shareef Tahboub

Shareef Tahboub

Cofounder, Bloomtrak
Shareef S. Tahboub is an accomplished entrepreneur and senior living expert with a strong track record of leadership in healthcare, real estate development, and management. He is the co-founder and CEO of Bloomtrak, a SaaS platform that addresses operational challenges in the senior... Read More →
avatar for Siddharth Dalal

Siddharth Dalal

Fractional CTO, Fraccel
Siddharth is fractional CTO for two early stage startups Novela - (https://novelaweddings.com) and Taste Supply (https://tastesupply.com). He is the cofounder of BrokerBotics (https://brokerbotics.com) with his teenage son.  He has led remote global teams for the last decade at various... Read More →
avatar for Teira E. Farley

Teira E. Farley

Chief Operating Officer, Community Investment Collaborative (CIC)
Teira E. Farley began with CIC as Director of Communications + Engagement and currently serves as its Chief Operating Officer, overseeing programs, communications, and operations across all regions.  A dual graduate of Florida A&M University, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Business... Read More →
avatar for Terrika Knox

Terrika Knox

Founder, Herb & Orchid
Terrika Knox is a U.S. Army Veteran and the founder of Herb & Orchid, a modern non-alcoholic beverage brand redefining what celebration looks like. With over 20 years of leadership in the military and defense sector, Knox has managed multi-million-dollar programs in logistics, systems... Read More →
avatar for Tiffany Keaton

Tiffany Keaton

fCMO, Avinity Advisors
With nearly 30 years of marketing and communications experience spanning start-ups to Fortune 100 companies, Tiffany brings a proven "Swiss Army knife" skillset organizations she serves. With a diverse background she is well equipped to navigate roles in strategy, go-to-market planning... Read More →
avatar for Vivi Nellen

Vivi Nellen

Vice President, Premium Service Brands: Kids-Lift
Vivi oversees the awesome things Premium Service Brands does out in the world with a focus on the company’s philanthropic affiliate Kids-Lift. She helps get the corporate team in Cville involved in helping kids in the community as well as working with franchisees across the country... Read More →
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Yael Grushka-Cockayne

Vice Dean & Professor of Business Administration, UVA Darden School of Business
Professor Yael Grushka-Cockayne's research and teaching activities focus on data science, artificial intelligence, forecasting, project management and behavioral decision-making. Her research is published in numerous academic and professional journals, and she is a regular speaker... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for 434 Accelerator

434 Accelerator

434 is a long-format accelerator program, providing select technology-driven, early-stage startups based in and around Charlottesville with at least nine months of program support, including: dedicated workspace, experienced founders-in-residence, monthly programming, a large network... Read More →
avatar for Alexis Advisors
avatar for CAV Angels
avatar for Central Va Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)
avatar for Charlottesville Business Innovation Council
avatar for Code Building
avatar for CODEBase
avatar for Common House
avatar for Friends of Charlottesville Downtown
avatar for Jen Fleisher

Jen Fleisher

CHA/CHIP Program Officer, Blue Ridge Health District
Jen Fleisher is the Community Health Assessment Program Officer at Blue Ridge Health District, part of the Virginia Department of Health's network of 35 districts. In her role, Jen supports coalitions, institutions, and organizations by providing project management, strategic planning... Read More →
avatar for Ludwig Kuttner
avatar for R.L.Beyer Custom Homes
avatar for Sip 1.11
avatar for The Bradbury

The Bradbury

Located in the heart of Charlottesville, on the historic Downtown Mall, the Bradbury is a place of possibility, connection, and community.The Bradbury is more than an elegant, versatile, event space; The Bradbury is an all inclusive, one of a kind, boutique experience for any occasion... Read More →
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UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
avatar for Vault Virginia

Vault Virginia

Vault Virginia is a membership-based workspace and social club for creators, innovators and thought-leaders. Our carefully designed office, coworking, gallery, and event spaces inspire creativity, cultivate curiosity, and promote connection.
avatar for Virginia Innovation Partnership Corp. (VIPC)
avatar for Virginia Tourism
avatar for Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance them. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00am - 8:15am EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

8:00am EDT

Entrepreneurship | Registration, Coffee, and Networking
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Registration and badge pickup takes place in the lobby of the Code Building. Check in and connect with other attendees before the sessions begin.

Complimentary coffee and tea provided by Grit Coffee in the Irving Theater lobby at Code.

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Note: This Conference session is ticketed.

Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Sponsors
avatar for Code Building
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

8:00am EDT

PyData Virginia - Day One
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT
200 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Presented by NumFOCUS and Charlottesville Data Science

PyData Virginia 2025 is a two-day conference exploring the latest developments in open-source data science, AI, and machine learning. Join us for dozens of talks, tutorials, and panel discussions featuring leading technologists from across the country. We welcome attendees with a wide range of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds to come together and learn from one another.

Please visit the PyData Virginia 2025 website to learn more, view the full conference schedule, and reserve your tickets.

PyData Virginia 2025 is a separately ticketed event. Please note that all participants must register on the conference website prior to attending.

About PyData

PyData is an educational program of NumFOCUS, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in the United States. PyData provides a forum for the international community of users and developers of data analysis tools to share ideas and learn from each other. The global PyData network promotes discussion of best practices, new approaches, and emerging technologies for data management, processing, analytics, and visualization. PyData communities approach data science using many languages, including (but not limited to) Python, Julia, and R.

We aim to be an accessible, community-driven conference, with novice to advanced level presentations. PyData tutorials and talks bring attendees the latest project features along with cutting-edge use cases.

Friday April 18, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Violet Crown
  Community Partner Programs

9:00am EDT

Entrepreneurship | Welcome Session
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Welcome to Entrepreneurship Day, where we take a deep dive into the wild world of starting, growing, and hopefully flourishing a business. Whether you’re just scribbling ideas on napkins or you’ve already got a product and a few battle scars to prove it, this day is for anyone who’s ever dreamed of building something from the ground up. Get ready to hear stories of triumph, failure, and the occasional facepalm moment, all while exploring the steps that can turn your entrepreneurial spark into something that actually works. We’ll unpack the secrets of scaling, finding customers, securing funding, and navigating the rollercoaster of building a business.

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Note: This Conference session is ticketed.

Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Sponsors
avatar for Code Building
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

9:00am EDT

Entrepreneurship | Keynote - Entrepreneurship for All: Co-Creation in an Uncertain World
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Successful entrepreneurs don’t try to predict the future—they co-create it. This keynote dives into Effectuation, the framework behind how the best founders eschew the crystal ball and instead navigate uncertainty by making the most of what they have, and will also highlight the need for greater entrepreneurship education in K-12 and higher ed. Expect myths to be busted and practical insights to be offered from two amazing local founders who have learned lessons the hard way!.

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Note: This Conference session is ticketed.

Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Kevin Eisenfrats

Kevin Eisenfrats

Co-Founder & CEO, Contraline
Kevin Eisenfrats co-founded Contraline and has been CEO since its inception. Contraline is a biotechnology company developing paradigm-shifting innovations in reproductive health, starting with the world's first long-lasting, reversible male contraceptive. Kevin has led Contraline... Read More →
avatar for Olivia Cleary

Olivia Cleary

Founder, The Clearly Collective
Olivia Cleary is the Founder of The Clearly Collective, a luxury design agency specializing in bespoke products that capture the essence of destinations, colleges, and brands. A graduate of the University of Virginia’s School of Architecture and a participant in the Darden School... Read More →
avatar for Omar Garriott

Omar Garriott

Executive Director, UVA Darden School of Business, Batten Institute
Omar Garriott is Executive Director of UVA Darden’s Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology. Prior to Darden he built a career as a “Tech Intrapreneur for Good,” venture founder, and bestselling author. He has led product marketing teams and education... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

9:00am EDT

Engineering a Sustainable Future: Connecting UVA Students to Environmental Careers
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
201 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA

Join UVA Engineering for a networking and brainstorming session about how to connect UVA Engineering students to careers related to environmental sustainability. Local organizations, as well as students and alumni, with a focus on clean tech, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability, will be invited. Together, we will imagine a new future, engaging UVA students to make Charlottesville a better place. The project idea and funding for this event come from UVA’s “Good Life Political” project and the Center for Engineering Career Development. Bagels and coffee will be served.

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please register for a Free "Create Your Schedule" Ticket. You’ll then receive an email from Sched prompting you to build your schedule.

Speakers
avatar for Julia Lapan

Julia Lapan

Assistant Dean, UVA School of Engineering
Dr. Lapan leads career development and international programs across the Engineering School. As a strategic partner to the Dean’s leadership team, she works to integrate career design and learning throughout the school and supports students and faculty regarding education, research... Read More →
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Andres Clarens

UVA Environmental Institute, Associate Director
Andres Clarens is Associate Director of the UVA Environmental Institute and Professor of Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia. His group studies decarbonization of infrastructure systems. He uses systems level analysis of the manufacturing, transportation, and energy... Read More →
avatar for Reese Hertel

Reese Hertel

Alum, UVA Engineering
Hertel is an engineer working in Equinor’s graduate program in renewables, where he applies his commercial and technical expertise to advance the energy transition. As part of this program, he is gaining hands-on experience through multiple rotations across Equinor’s diverse portfolio... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for UVA Center for Engineering Career Development

UVA Center for Engineering Career Development

The UVA Center for Engineering Career Development prepares its students to make smart, strategic career decisions throughout their professional lives. Through professional advising and counseling, students can build their understanding of career self-management processes, identify... Read More →
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UVA Environmental Institute

UVA Environmental Institute: The Institute supports interdisciplinary research and training that is both great and good at the intersection of environmental change and human well-being. EI connects faculty, students, and citizens to create solutions for a more equitable, resilient... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
UVA’s Environmental Institute
  Community Partner Programs

9:00am EDT

Jefferson Innovation Summit: The Commonwealth's Global Leadership in Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
300 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Presented by UVA Innovates

**** This Session is by invitation only *****

The Commonwealth of Virginia is poised to be a global leader in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Universities have a critical role to play in helping to catalyze innovations to drive economic growth, create the jobs of the future, and advance the state’s ambitions to be a technological leader.

On April 18, more than 20 delegates will convene in Charlottesville for the Jefferson Innovation Summit at the Tom Tom Festival to discuss the ways in which universities can help to commercialize and scale new technologies and grow entrepreneurship within the Commonwealth. The delegates will include representatives from a broad swath of stakeholders including entrepreneurs, prominent venture investors, our VA public universities, the Governor’s office and executive branch, elected officials, academics, and non-profits.

Through a facilitated dialogue and workshop, the delegates will work together to generate a small set of recommendations that may include specific policy proposals or more broad recommendations activating both the private and public sectors. These insights will then be used to develop a playbook to inspire and inform policy action.

To RSVP and Learn more: https://jeffersoninnovationsummit.org/
Speakers
avatar for Michael Lenox

Michael Lenox

UVA Innovates, University of Virginia
Mike Lenox is the Tayloe Murphy Professor of Business at the University of Virginia. He serves as a Special Advisor to the Provost leading the UVA pan-university entrepreneurship initiative.  He also serves as a Senior Faculty Fellow for the UVA Miller Center and a Professor of Public... Read More →
Sponsors
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The Bradbury

Located in the heart of Charlottesville, on the historic Downtown Mall, the Bradbury is a place of possibility, connection, and community.The Bradbury is more than an elegant, versatile, event space; The Bradbury is an all inclusive, one of a kind, boutique experience for any occasion... Read More →
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UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
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Vault Virginia

Vault Virginia is a membership-based workspace and social club for creators, innovators and thought-leaders. Our carefully designed office, coworking, gallery, and event spaces inspire creativity, cultivate curiosity, and promote connection.
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Vault Virginia
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

10:00am EDT

Entrepreneurship I The Entrepreneur’s Treasure Map
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
206 W Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
This session is proudly presented in partnership with the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC).

Building a business is tough, but what if you had a map to hidden resources, expert guidance, and real support right in your own backyard? The Central Virginial Small Business Development Center (CV SBDC) is here to hand you that map. This session will uncover the funding, mentorship, and business tools available to local entrepreneurs, whether you're just starting out or scaling up. From grants and loans to strategic advice and networking gold, consider this your inside look at the resources too many founders overlook—but absolutely shouldn't.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Bo Grist

Bo Grist

Director, SBDC
Bo has been a co-founder or the first employee in 3 technology startups where he focused on implementing eCommerce technology for large retailers like Calvin Klein, Ethan Allen, Dickies, Tory Burch, 1800-PetMeds, Floor and Decor, and The WWE.  Last year, Bo resigned from a company... Read More →
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Hope Lawrence

Program Manager, Venture Central
Hope Lawrence is the founder of the Hudson Henry Baking Company, a granola business she started in 2012 and named after her two sons, Hudson and Henry. What began at the Charlottesville City Market grew to a coveted brand that was sold across the country. Her “Hudson Henry Granola... Read More →
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Rebecca Haydock

CEO, Venture Central
Rebecca Haydock is CEO of Venture Central, board member of Charlottesville Angel Network, and continues to be an owner and advisor in expanding businesses. She is an entrepreneur, facilitator, educator, convener and ecosystem strategist and accelerator. Her work in Virginia accomplishes... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Central Va Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)
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UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Common House North Room
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

10:00am EDT

Entrepreneurship | AI, Decision Making and the Fine Art of Staying Relevant
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
AI is here, and while it won’t take all our jobs (yet), it will change how we work, lead, and make decisions. Yael Grushka-Cockayne, Vice Dean at UVA Darden and head of the Center for AI, cuts through the hype to explore what AI means for real-world leadership, strategy, and staying employable in an era of automation. From decision science to data-driven intuition, this keynote unpacks how to work with AI instead of being outpaced by it.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Yael Grushka-Cockayne

Yael Grushka-Cockayne

Vice Dean & Professor of Business Administration, UVA Darden School of Business
Professor Yael Grushka-Cockayne's research and teaching activities focus on data science, artificial intelligence, forecasting, project management and behavioral decision-making. Her research is published in numerous academic and professional journals, and she is a regular speaker... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

10:00am EDT

Entrepreneurship | The Geography of Capital: Family Offices as Catalysts for Regional Economies
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
206 W Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Sure, the venture capital world is practically a monopoly game between California, Texas, New York, and Massachusetts. But for the rest of us, there’s a compelling case to be made for regional investing, and it’s about time family offices took the wheel. This session explores how, with a little local know-how, family offices can channel capital into under-the-radar regions—unlocking promising returns and revitalizing economies, all while keeping the founders’ feet firmly planted in their hometowns (wherever that may be).

By investing regionally, family offices help high-growth companies stay rooted as they scale—creating jobs, increasing revenue, and making those once-overlooked markets feel a lot less overlooked. And as capital cycles back into these communities, it paves the way for the next generation of entrepreneurs to rise up and start the whole cycle over again. Join us as we chat with family office investors who are redefining how wealth grows.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Ali Bayler

Ali Bayler

Managing Director, New Republic Partners
Ali Bayler serves as Managing Director, head of the Mid-Atlantic region, and on the Investment Committee for New Republic Partners, a Multi-Family Office started with resources and investment capabilities from 4th and 2nd gen family offices. Ali has broad experience helping families... Read More →
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Brock Saunders

Managing Partner, Mattock Capital
Brock is currently the Managing Partner at Mattock Capital, a Richmond-based family office investing in a diverse set of alternative investments. Prior to Mattock, Brock was the President and Chief Investment Officer at James River Capital Corp., an investment management firm and... Read More →
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Heidi Nel

Chief Operating Officer, New Theory Ventures
Heidi Nel is a strategist and operator whose experience spans entertainment, government affairs, and finance. She serves as Chief Operating Officer at New Theory Ventures, a family office and venture catalyst that invests in women and diverse entrepreneurs, enabling early-stage founders... Read More →
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Janet Arzt

Founder & Managing Partner, Parere Advisory
Janet Joyce Arzt, CFA is Founder and Managing Partner of Parere Advisory, an independent consulting firm advising family offices on infrastructure, development and strategy. Parere Advisory specializes in discovering, reviewing and presenting infrastructure options while serving as... Read More →
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Joshua Gentine

Founder & President, Bench Consulting
Josh is a family business advisor, helping multi-generational families and their leadersnavigate the complexities of family enterprise ownership. Josh is accredited as both aHogan and Gallup Strengths coach. His background as an investor, advisor, corporatedirector, and third-generation... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for UVA Health
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Common House South Room
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

10:00am EDT

Welcoming Newcomers: Building Community Through Cultural Connections
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International Neighbors Office (224-A 9th Street SW)

Join us for coffee, pastries, and inspiring conversations as we hear from newcomer refugees, Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders, and their American neighbors about the transformative Great Neighbor Guide (GNG) program. This gathering and informational session will offer attendees an inside look at how to become a Great Neighbor Guide—a role that fosters deep, mutually beneficial relationships while helping new members of the Charlottesville and U.S. community navigate life in their new home.

Our program will feature a community conversation and panel discussion highlighting the heart of International Neighbors: the GNG program. Attendees will gain insight into how this initiative creates reciprocal relationships and meaningful cultural connections.

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Speakers
avatar for Kari Anderson Miller

Kari Anderson Miller

Founder & CEO, International Neighbors
Kari Anderson Miller is the CEO & Founder of International Neighbors, Inc. International Neighbors works with Charlottesville's refugee and SIV population, equipping and empowering these new neighbors with the connections and skills needed to thrive- not just to survive- as aspiring... Read More →
avatar for Becky Bassett

Becky Bassett

Director of Programs, International Neighbors
 Becky is a Michigan-born, South Florida native who relocated to Charlottesville almost 20 yrs ago. Prior to working in the nonprofit world, she was an educator- former JMU adjunct professor, elementary school teacher, and reading specialist, having taught for 17 years-  in Charlottesville... Read More →
Collaborator
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International Neighbors

OUR MISSION is to equip our refugee neighbors with the network and skills needed to move from surviving to thriving in Charlottesville. We realize this mission through our programs that are focused on four essential areas: Home, Health, Community, and Career.Of course, the needs of... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International Neighbors Office International Neighbors Office (224-A 9th Street SW)
  Community Partner Programs

10:30am EDT

Career Wayfinder Workshop: How to Uncover Your Hidden Potential and Find Your Career Fit
Friday April 18, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Studio IX: Large Conference Room (Located in IX Art Park) Address: 969 2nd St., SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Anthony Spadafore of Pathfinders is hosting a free, introductory workshop designed for those seeking a fulfilling career but unsure of their direction. The session will focus on navigating your career path by identifying and understanding your natural talents.

Many of us sense we are "naturals" at something but are unsure what that something is. In this workshop, participants will learn to decode their unique talents and abilities, gaining insights into how their aptitudes can guide them toward a career path that suits their nature and leads to long-term success. This event is ideal for young and mid-career professionals considering a career change, recent college grads figuring out their next steps, parents of students choosing a major and career direction, and educators interested in the connection between natural talents and perseverance.

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Speakers
avatar for Anthony Spadafore

Anthony Spadafore

Career Design Consultant, Pathfinders
Anthony Spadafore is the founder of Pathfinders, a career direction consulting firm in Charlottesville, VA, and coauthor of a best-selling career guide for young professionals: "Now What? The Young Person’s Guide to Choosing the Perfect Career" (Simon & Schuster). For 30 years... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Studio IX Studio IX: Large Conference Room (Located in IX Art Park) Address: 969 2nd St., SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902
  Community Partner Programs

11:15am EDT

Entrepreneurship | Charlottesville's Most Innovative Startups Showcase
Friday April 18, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
This showcase is proudly presented in partnership with 434 Accelerator. 

Welcome to Charlottesville’s very own tech showcase, where the spotlight is on inspiring startups and the game-changing technologies they’re developing. In this lightning talk session, we’ll skip the fluff and dive straight into the innovations that are poised to transform industries. This isn’t about empty promises, it’s about tangible ideas and the specific insights that could shape the future. Think of it as a peek behind the curtain at the brilliant minds turning bold concepts into reality. After the talks, the floor opens for some good old-fashioned networking, where you’ll have the chance to mix and mingle with angel and institutional investors eager to discover what’s next. Get ready for a session packed with more inspiration than you can shake a tech startup at.

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Note: This Conference session is ticketed.

Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Daniel Ginsberg

Daniel Ginsberg

Founder & CEO, Utrain Inc
A former Professional Basketball Player and current Founder & CEO of Utrain, transforming how basketball trainers and athletes connect. Passionate about basketball, tech, and business growth through no-code solutions, social media marketing, and NIL partnerships.LinkedIn: Daniel ... Read More →
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David Touve

Managing Director, 434 Accelerator
David is the Managing Director of 434, an accelerator program supporting early-stage, technology-driven companies based in and around Charlottesville, Virginia. Most recently, he was the Senior Director of the Batten Institute at the Darden School of Business, an Assistant Professor... Read More →
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Emily Smith

Founder & CEO, Side Nerd Apps
Emily Smith is the Founder & CEO of Side Nerd Apps, a tech company dedicated to simplifying data collection through intuitive, text message-based solutions. With a background in analytics and marketing technology, Emily spent six years consulting for Fortune 500 clients at Analytic... Read More →
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Keith Rosenliao

CEO & Founder, Aedify
Keith is a serial entrepreneur and co-founded Aedify with Lucien. His first company, Cayuga Climbs, is the first commercial climbing gym in Ithaca, NY. At Aedify, Keith is the CEO and the lead developer behind Capital Spaceship, a computer game that teaches personal finance.Prior... Read More →
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Lucien Charland

COO, Aedify Inc
Lucien, co-founder of Aedify, is Director and Head of Geo Expansion at Kraken Digital Asset Exchange, where he’s been responsible for the commercial launch of the platform in several countries around the world. He previously founded a sustainable agriculture company backed by the... Read More →
avatar for Mark Ferguson

Mark Ferguson

Co-Founder, Chiefly
Mark is the co-founder of Chiefly, an automated scheduling solution that will save chief medical residents +50% of their time. Mark graduated from UVA in 2017 and has worked in M&A, management consulting, and has started multiple ventures. LinkedIn: Mark Ferguson... Read More →
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Nick Weatherton

CoFounder, MedSafely
Nicholas Weatherton is a trailblazing clinical pharmacy practitioner who seamlessly bridges the worlds of pharmacy practice and healthcare technology. As Lead Clinical Pharmacist at RubiconMD, he provides expert guidance to primary care physicians through electronic consultations... Read More →
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Shareef Tahboub

Cofounder, Bloomtrak
Shareef S. Tahboub is an accomplished entrepreneur and senior living expert with a strong track record of leadership in healthcare, real estate development, and management. He is the co-founder and CEO of Bloomtrak, a SaaS platform that addresses operational challenges in the senior... Read More →
Sponsors
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434 Accelerator

434 is a long-format accelerator program, providing select technology-driven, early-stage startups based in and around Charlottesville with at least nine months of program support, including: dedicated workspace, experienced founders-in-residence, monthly programming, a large network... Read More →
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UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

11:15am EDT

Entrepreneurship | Strengthening Our Community Through Purpose-Driven Businesses
Friday April 18, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
206 W Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
This session is proudly presented in partnership with the Hampton Roads Biomedical Research Consortium (HRBRC). 

Putting purpose at the heart of your business isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s also a pretty savvy move. Studies show that purpose-driven companies outperform their competitors in almost every way: they grow faster, capture larger market shares, and have higher satisfaction rates among customers and employees. So, not only are you doing good, but you’re also doing well while building a smarter, more sustainable business.

In this session, we’ll hear from three Charlottesville-based business owners who’ve proven that aligning purpose with profit can be a win for everyone. From creating job opportunities for people with disabilities to offering a more sustainable way to shop for outdoor gear, these founders have turned their values into action, making an impact on both the community and the bottom line. Forget the conventional wisdom that business is all about the dollars—these entrepreneurs will show you why the real measure of success is how many lives you’ve changed along the way. Ready to build a business that actually does something? Let’s get inspired.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for David Deaton

David Deaton

Co-Founder, MindSalt, Inc
David Deaton, co-leader of MindSalt, has been leading transformation for organizations of all types, sizes, and industries for nearly three decades. He has extensive expertise in strategic planning, operational and financial analysis, market research, and effective execution. David... Read More →
avatar for Lily Garcia-Walton

Lily Garcia-Walton

Chief People Officer, Silverchair
Lily drives the company’s people strategy, enabling the success of Silverchair’s exceptional professionals. She has more than two decades of experience leading technology, education, media, and professional services organizations through transformative change while preserving... Read More →
avatar for Vivi Nellen

Vivi Nellen

Vice President, Premium Service Brands: Kids-Lift
Vivi oversees the awesome things Premium Service Brands does out in the world with a focus on the company’s philanthropic affiliate Kids-Lift. She helps get the corporate team in Cville involved in helping kids in the community as well as working with franchisees across the country... Read More →
avatar for Reagan Stillerman

Reagan Stillerman

Director of Operations, Kindness Cafe + Play
Reagan is a dedicated and passionate special educator with nearly two decades of experience working in grades K-12 across a wide variety of educational settings. As and Director of Operations at Kindness Cafe, a non-profit dedicated to employing adults with disabilities, Reagan has... Read More →
Sponsors
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avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Common House North Room
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

11:15am EDT

Entrepreneurship | VCs Ghosting you? Time to tap into Crowdfunding
Friday April 18, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
206 W Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Let’s face it: in today’s tough funding landscape, getting a venture capitalist to return your calls might feel like waiting for a unicorn to show up at your door. But fear not—crowdfunding is here to save the day! In this session, we’ll walk you through how to launch a successful crowdfunding campaign that could make your startup the next big thing. We’ll cover everything from choosing the right platform to creating a compelling pitch that has the crowd reaching for their wallets. It’s not just about having a great idea—it’s about how you sell it.

Of course, no one wants to be caught off guard by the legal side of crowdfunding. So, we’ll also dive into the nitty-gritty of securities regulations (looking at you, JOBS Act), disclosure requirements, and how to avoid getting into hot water. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear understanding of both the creative and legal aspects of crowdfunding, so you can raise the capital you need without accidentally signing your company up for a lawsuit. Ready to take matters into your own hands (and your crowd's wallets)? Let’s get started. Full session description coming soon.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for M James Faison

M James Faison

Partner, Faison Law Group
M. James Faison is the managing partner at Faison Law Group, a law firm that specializes in venture capital, emerging company, fund formation and M&A legal work. He is a graduate of Harvard University and the University of Virginia School of Law. James is the former founder of Milton's... Read More →
Sponsors
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UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Common House South Room
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

1:00pm EDT

Entrepreneurship | The Mindful Drinking Revenue Boom: Non-Alcoholic Beverages Transforming the Industry
Friday April 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
206 W Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
As Gen-Z continues to lead the charge, alcohol consumption is seeing a noticeable dip. Guests are embracing the “zebra stripe” lifestyle—one drink in each hand: one boozy, one not. It’s time for bars and restaurants to get with the program. Non-alcoholic menus and drink options are no longer a trend—they’re a revenue stream. Join us for a chat with industry experts as they break down how this shift is revolutionizing the beverage scene and helping food outlets boost sales while satisfying today’s more mindful drinkers.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Anahata Sabat

Anahata Sabat

Founder, Plant Magic Bottle Shop
Sober Curious Coach and Mentor, Anahata is the owner of Plant Magic Bottle Shop in DC, the first clean bottle shop in DC. She grew her following with High Vibe Women, spiritual wellness community for the sober curious, providing an alcohol-free social club.
avatar for Catherine Heath

Catherine Heath

Director of Business Development, Anytime Seltzer
Catherine Heath is a dynamic business leader with expertise in sales, marketing, and strategic growth in the cannabis and hemp industries. As Director of Business Development at Anytime Seltzer, she drives market expansion, brand partnerships, and retail accessibility.With a background... Read More →
avatar for Maria Bastasch

Maria Bastasch

CEO, Drink Company
Maria Bastasch is the CEO of Drink Company, a designer, and a hospitality innovator shaping the future of social connection. A leader in the mindful drinking movement, she has built award-winning beverage programs and immersive experiences that challenge industry norms, creating more... Read More →
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Pauline Idogho

Founder & CEO, Mocktail Club
Pauline Idogho is the Founder/CEO of Mocktail Club, a line of premium crafted ready-to-drink non-alcoholic cocktails inspired by her quest to  find sophisticated and better-for-you alternatives to alcohol. Prior to founding the company, Pauline had a 15-year career in investment... Read More →
avatar for Terrika Knox

Terrika Knox

Founder, Herb & Orchid
Terrika Knox is a U.S. Army Veteran and the founder of Herb & Orchid, a modern non-alcoholic beverage brand redefining what celebration looks like. With over 20 years of leadership in the military and defense sector, Knox has managed multi-million-dollar programs in logistics, systems... Read More →
Sponsors
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avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Common House North Room
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

2:15pm EDT

Entrepreneurship | Demystifying Sustainable & Impact Investing
Friday April 18, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
206 W Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
This session is proudly presented in partnership with Alexis Advisors. 

Sustainable investing, impact investing, ESG—sounds like the new hot trend, right? But with all the buzzwords flying around, it’s easy to get lost in the jargon and wonder if anyone actually knows what they mean (or if they’re just trying to sound good in a pitch meeting). This panel brings together industry experts to demystify sustainable and impact investing, breaking down the concepts, the confusion, and the real-world applications. We’ll explore how these frameworks are reshaping the way we think about corporate behavior, investment strategies, and financial markets—while clearing up a few myths along the way.

From understanding the difference between environmental social governance (ESG), socially responsible investing (SRI), and corporate social responsibility (CSR) to tackling the big question of what exactly impact investing is, this session will give you the lowdown on how to navigate the world of socially-conscious finance. We’ll also dig into how success is measured (spoiler: it’s not just about the bottom line), and how these strategies can create tangible value—financial and otherwise. So, if you’ve been hearing all the buzz and wondering if it’s more than just a feel-good slogan, this session will provide clarity, practicality, and a few surprises along the way.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Roberta Keller

Roberta Keller

Founder / CEO, Alexis Advisors
Roberta Keller is a thought-leader in building a wealth management social enterprise. Roberta founded Alexis Advisors in 2013 and was the first Certified B Corp financial services firm in the Central Virginia region. The firm offers women and working professionals fee-only financial... Read More →
avatar for Christine Mahoney

Christine Mahoney

Chief Innovation Officer, UVA Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy
Dr. Christine Mahoney is Chief Innovation Officer and Professor of Public Policy and Politics at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia. She directs the Tadler Program in Impact Investing in Appalachia, the UVA Environmental Institute-funded... Read More →
avatar for David Skandera

David Skandera

Assistant Professor of Strategic Management, Virginia Commonwealth University
Dr. David Skandera is a researcher and Assistant Professor of Strategic Management in the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). His work focuses on the role of business in society, and specifically on developing theories and educating (current and future) business... Read More →
avatar for Lisa O'Mara

Lisa O'Mara

Director, Investor Relations, Locus
Lisa O'Mara is the Director of Investor Relations at Locus, a Virginia-based community development financial institution (CDFI). Here she leads a dedicated team in securing funds to advance Locus' mission of creating equitable access to capital through financing in affordable housing... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Alexis Advisors
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Common House North Room
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

2:15pm EDT

Entrepreneurship | Is Fractional Leadership Right For You? A Smarter Way to Get Big Leadership Without the Big Price Tag
Friday April 18, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Let’s face it—hiring top-tier executives is usually a luxury only the big dogs can afford. But what if you could tap into the brains of a seasoned CEO, CFO, or CTO without having to sell a kidney or a chunk of your company? Enter fractional leadership, the game-changing solution that lets startups and small businesses access high-level expertise on a part-time, on-demand basis. This panel will bring together a mix of experts from various disciplines to break down how fractional leadership is changing the game for entrepreneurs—because who says you can’t have big talent on a small budget?

We’ll dive into how this model is reshaping the business world, why it’s perfect for businesses trying to scale without blowing their budgets, and how to decide if fractional leadership is the secret weapon your company needs. It’s not just about saving money; it’s about getting the right kind of expertise at the right time to accelerate your growth. So, if you’ve ever wondered how to get all the perks of a C-suite without the C-suite price tag, this is the session for you.

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Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Brenden Grace

Brenden Grace

Founder, F-CTO
Brenden Grace has over 25 years of experience growing and scaling startups across a range of industries, including Network Security, Advertising, Data Management, and Healthcare. As Chief Technology Officer of Demyst, he drove growth from $0 to $20 million in ARR. As Vice President... Read More →
avatar for Larry Moulis

Larry Moulis

Fractional CPO, Roadmap Works
I help small companies build and secure their technology by helping them focus on improving the fit between their product-market plans and their development processes and capabilities. A crucial artifact is a reliable Product Roadmap.LinkedIn: Larry Moulis... Read More →
avatar for Robert Keaton

Robert Keaton

CFO/Controller, BluePoint Consulting LLC
Rob Keaton is a seasoned financial leader with over a decade of experience in providing fractional financial guidance to companies across Virginia and the United States. As a Certified QuickBooks Pro, he has honed his skills in managing financial operations for businesses across a... Read More →
avatar for Siddharth Dalal

Siddharth Dalal

Fractional CTO, Fraccel
Siddharth is fractional CTO for two early stage startups Novela - (https://novelaweddings.com) and Taste Supply (https://tastesupply.com). He is the cofounder of BrokerBotics (https://brokerbotics.com) with his teenage son.  He has led remote global teams for the last decade at various... Read More →
avatar for Tiffany Keaton

Tiffany Keaton

fCMO, Avinity Advisors
With nearly 30 years of marketing and communications experience spanning start-ups to Fortune 100 companies, Tiffany brings a proven "Swiss Army knife" skillset organizations she serves. With a diverse background she is well equipped to navigate roles in strategy, go-to-market planning... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

2:15pm EDT

Entrepreneurship | What to Expect When Selling Your Company
Friday April 18, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
206 W Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
This session is proudly presented in partnership with Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati (WSGR). 

So, you’ve built your business from the ground up, and now you're considering the next step: selling it. But where do you even start? In this session, we’ll walk you through the murky waters of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) with a panel of experts who’ve seen it all. From identifying potential buyers who aren’t just window-shopping to managing those high-stakes buyer discussions, we’ll cover the key steps to selling your company—and doing it in a way that leaves you feeling victorious, not victimized.

Get ready for a crash course in preparing for financial and legal diligence, navigating those nerve-wracking negotiations, and making sure the transition is as smooth as possible–because things can get messy. Whether you’re hoping to cash out or make a strategic exit, this panel will provide the actionable insights you need to avoid the common pitfalls and come out ahead. Get ready for some straight talk on how to sell your company like a pro.

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Note: This Conference session is ticketed.

Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Pollard

Amanda Pollard

Associate, WSGR
Amanda Pollard advises technology and life sciences companies at all stages of growth. She also represents financial and strategic investors in equity investments in high-growth companies.Amanda’s practice focuses on corporate and securities law, including company formation, founder... Read More →
avatar for Berry Brunk

Berry Brunk

Founding Partner, Exit Right Advisers
Berry Brunk has more than 25 years of leadership experience - and six exits - with companies that have been at the forefront of transforming the delivery of healthcare in the Mr. Brunk has developed strong relationships with decision-makers in post-acute care, health systems, IDNs... Read More →
avatar for Julie Pelrine

Julie Pelrine

Partner, CFGI
As a Partner at CFGI, a highly specialized financial consulting firm that is part of the Carlyle and CVC portfolio, I lead and oversee complex and strategic projects for clients across various industries and scenarios.My mission is to provide seamless and high-quality services to... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
avatar for WSGR
Friday April 18, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Common House South Room
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

3:30pm EDT

Entrepreneurship | Founders & Funders: A Love Story
Friday April 18, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Like any great romance, the relationship between founders and funders is a thrilling roller coaster of passion, frustration, and the occasional “ghosting.” From the euphoric honeymoon phase of early investments to the sobering reality of scaling struggles, and those dreaded “we need to talk” board meetings, this panel explores the messy—and often misunderstood—dynamic between the creators and the capitalists. It's not all rainbows and dollar signs, but it's certainly a wild ride.

Join a seasoned crew of entrepreneurs and investors as they spill the tea on navigating the highs and lows of the founder-funder relationship. Learn how to spot red flags (and green lights) to avoid financial heartbreak, what investors really look for in a long-term commitment (or a quick exit), and how to survive those times when the money’s running low and the tension’s running high. Plus, hear the best (and worst) pitches they've ever seen—and the stories behind how these unlikely couples first met.

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Note: This Conference session is ticketed.

Please purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, UVA Innovates, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.
Speakers
avatar for Adeleke (Ade) Omitowoju

Adeleke (Ade) Omitowoju

Angel Investor
Adeleke Omitowoju is an investor, operator, and long-time champion of entrepreneurs with over 15 years of experience across venture capital, private equity, enterprise sales, and startup growth. He’s passionate about helping founders scale transformative businesses—from early... Read More →
avatar for Alex Zorychta

Alex Zorychta

Managing Partner, Not Yet Ventures
Alex Zorychta is Managing Partner of Not Yet Ventures, a Charlottesville-based venture capital firm pioneering the earliest stage of unicorn startup investing. He's coached 16 startups from pre-idea to YC/Techstars funding, and founded his own startup that was funded by Y Combinator... Read More →
avatar for Jake Spradling

Jake Spradling

Co-Founder & CEO/CTO, CargoLabs Inc.
Full Stack software engineer building web-solutions for truckers.LinkedIn: Jake Spradling
avatar for Kate Byrne

Kate Byrne

Podcast Host, WomenAdvancing, Founder/Advisor
Kate Byrne grows things; people, businesses, movements. Her career marries her love of media, the power of technology, financial literacy and the impact of heart in people and business as forces for good. The Stanford grad is a trusted voice and cross-sector translator, a gifted rainmaker... Read More →
avatar for Marty Weiner

Marty Weiner

Former CTO Reddit, Founding Engineer Pinterest
Marty was a founding engineer at Pinterest and spent 4.5 exciting years building Pinterest from tiny to big. In 2015 he joined Reddit as its first CTO tasked with helping bring the company into working order. Much gray hair was created, but now Reddit has even IPO’d and is on the... Read More →
avatar for Pauline Idogho

Pauline Idogho

Founder & CEO, Mocktail Club
Pauline Idogho is the Founder/CEO of Mocktail Club, a line of premium crafted ready-to-drink non-alcoholic cocktails inspired by her quest to  find sophisticated and better-for-you alternatives to alcohol. Prior to founding the company, Pauline had a 15-year career in investment... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for 434 Accelerator

434 Accelerator

434 is a long-format accelerator program, providing select technology-driven, early-stage startups based in and around Charlottesville with at least nine months of program support, including: dedicated workspace, experienced founders-in-residence, monthly programming, a large network... Read More →
avatar for UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates

The Entrepreneurship Initiative will coordinate and amplify entrepreneurship activities across UVA. 
Friday April 18, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
CODE Building
  Conference: Entrepreneurship

5:00pm EDT

Family Stage | Capoeira Resistência Cville
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Don't miss the art of Capoeira at Central Place! 

The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira(Cah-po-ay-ra), most often recognized by its fluid, dance-like movements, is an Afro-Brazilian martial art disguised as dance developed by Angolan slaves in Brazil during the colonial period. Because slaves were not permitted to arm themselves and fight, capoeira allowed them... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Friends of Charlottesville Downtown

Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
East Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:00pm EDT

Central Stage | DJ Tova
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Join us at Central Place for an opening dance party with DJ Tova! 

Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:00pm EDT

2nd St | Community Fair
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Stop by 2nd Street and support local vendors!  
Browse amazing offerings from talented local businesses and learn about the innovative work of various local non-profit organizations

FRIDAY NIGHT VENDORS + NON PROFITS:
PAS Ceramics
Appalachian Sustainable Development
International Neighbors
The BridgeLine
Piedmont Group of the Sierra Club
CARE360
Blaque Pressha
Dream Clothing
Sara's Fairy Hair and Hair Feathers
A Drink with Jam & Bread



The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 


Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
2nd Street
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:00pm EDT

Downtown Mall Block Party!
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
The Downtown Mall Block Party is back! 

Featuring the West Stage, Central Stage, and East Stage.

Enjoy two days of music, dancing, performances, new friends, great food, and so many surprises. Bring your friends and family and hit the historic bricks of the Mall to experience several stages of non-stop entertainment from Cville’s finest, check out local galleries, grab a drink from a local bar, and make memories! This is an event you don’t want to miss. It’s an all-out community celebration.

The Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: To be announced! 

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira(Cah-po-ay-ra), most often recognized by its fluid, dance-like movements, is an Afro-Brazilian martial art disguised as dance developed by Angolan slaves in Brazil during the colonial period. Because slaves were not permitted to arm themselves and fight, capoeira allowed them... Read More →
avatar for DJ Double U

DJ Double U

DJ Double U is an open format DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He has 13+ years of experience DJing professionally in Central Va. Whether he is DJing local bars at UVA or on the downtown mall, sharing the stage with local and mainstream artists, or creating unforgettable memories... Read More →
avatar for DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz (formerly DJ FlatlineLay) is a US Army Veteran and experienced DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He launched his DJ career in 2009, focusing on mobile DJing for weddings and events across central Virginia. Over the past decade, he has expanded his reach, DJing for over... Read More →
avatar for DND Dancers

DND Dancers

The D.N.D. Dance Team is a community formed competitive hip-hop majorette team from Charlottesville, VA. The team was formed in 2018, and since then has grown to over 30 members with girls ranging from 6 - 17 years old .The team has preformed locally and have competed up and down... Read More →
avatar for Elite Empire

Elite Empire

Banks Collage Elite Empire is a 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization that reaches out to young people in the community to empower them through the art of Majorette Hip Hop dance. Majorette Hip Hop is a very high energy dance style. It utilizes a combination of many different dance styles... Read More →
avatar for Hullabahoos

Hullabahoos

Hullabahoos is an a cappella group founded at the University of Virginia in 1987 when some guys got together and said “Hey, let’s sing… and wear robes while we do it.”  So they did. And they still do. Since then, the group has been fortunate enough to perform all over the... Read More →
avatar for Lady Taij

Lady Taij

Lady Taij, a Virginia-based hip-hop artist, captivates fans with poetic lyricism and dynamic performances. Inspired by icons like Missy Elliott, Eve, and Rapsody, she infuses her music with depth and substance. As a recording artist, engineer, and songwriter, she blends classic hip-hop... Read More →
avatar for LeeBangah

LeeBangah

With an unwavering commitment to his craft, Brandon Dudley, better known as LeeBangah, has emerged as a leader in the Charlottesville hip hop scene. His tireless efforts have garnered attention from media outlets like Dark Magazine, The Underground Fix, The Trap, Media Made Magazine... Read More →
avatar for The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris is a culmination of over a decade of community action. Scintillation Fire Troupe, Tet'nus Art Car, Burning Man, Full Moon Fire Jams, KDub Unival, IX Art Park, and Bad Hat Fire have all contributed to the drive to manifest The Rusty Iris. Rusty's artistic team is remarkable... Read More →
avatar for The Virginia Sil'hooettes

The Virginia Sil'hooettes

The Virginia Sil’hooettes are UVA’s most award-winning a cappella group. Since their founding in 1989, the Sils have enriched the University of Virginia with stellar and nationally recognized a cappella music. Their most recent studio album, LYLAS: Love You Like A Sil, received... Read More →
avatar for We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children is a 9-piece "adventure pop" band from Charlottesville, VA. They veer in and out of conventional rock/pop arrangement: horn and synth cascade over a surging rhythm section, brazen enough to share lead with the advancing wall of rich harmony vocals. In their recordings... Read More →
avatar for Yolonda Coles Jones

Yolonda Coles Jones

Born to church people in Charlottesville, VA--an evangelist and a pastor. Raised in church and around church culture for the first part of her life, Yolonda's earliest memories are of wooden floorboards, church pews and a sea of Black people in their "Sunday Best" staring intently... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for Good Times Only

Good Times Only

Good Times Only is an entertainment company that specializes in silent disco dance parties. We offer event rentals and party production including DJ services, professional lighting, and event management. We strive to facilitate events that encourage play and connection to create unforgettable... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for City Of Charlottesville
avatar for Ludwig Kuttner
avatar for R.L.Beyer Custom Homes
avatar for UVA Health
avatar for Virginia Tourism
avatar for Woodard Properties
avatar for York Place
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Downtown Mall - E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:00pm EDT

FRIENDS OF DOWNTOWN FAMILY STAGE | with Rusty Iris Art Bus
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Located at the 4th Street Crossing, the family and performance stage features Charlottesville favorites in an engaging and interactive setting. Come explore the Rusty Iris Art Bus & try some hula hoops or fire spinning props (fire not included!)

Performance Schedule:
5pm-7pm: Good Times Only Silent Disco
7pm - 8:30pm : Rusty Iris DJs
8:30pm: Bad Hat Fire Troupe Fire Performance
9pm - 10pm: Rusty Iris DJs


Stage map at bottom of page.

The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for Bad Hat Fire

Bad Hat Fire

NA, Rusty Iris Art Bus
Bad Hat Fire is full of CVL natives and members have been entranced by the forced focus of fire for over 20 years.  A group of like-minded fire artists emerged easily in Charlottesville after the IX warehouse's fire circus in 2006, McGuffey Art Center fire circles, Afton Mountain... Read More →
avatar for Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira(Cah-po-ay-ra), most often recognized by its fluid, dance-like movements, is an Afro-Brazilian martial art disguised as dance developed by Angolan slaves in Brazil during the colonial period. Because slaves were not permitted to arm themselves and fight, capoeira allowed them... Read More →
avatar for The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris is a culmination of over a decade of community action. Scintillation Fire Troupe, Tet'nus Art Car, Burning Man, Full Moon Fire Jams, KDub Unival, IX Art Park, and Bad Hat Fire have all contributed to the drive to manifest The Rusty Iris. Rusty's artistic team is remarkable... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for Good Times Only

Good Times Only

Good Times Only is an entertainment company that specializes in silent disco dance parties. We offer event rentals and party production including DJ services, professional lighting, and event management. We strive to facilitate events that encourage play and connection to create unforgettable... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for City Of Charlottesville
avatar for Friends of Charlottesville Downtown
avatar for Ludwig Kuttner
avatar for R.L.Beyer Custom Homes
avatar for Virginia Tourism

Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
East Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:00pm EDT

WEST STAGE | R&B + Dance
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Friday night kicks off at the West Stage with beats and performance stage anchored by local favorites, DJ Reggie Wattz  and DJ DoubleU, laying down radio-friendly vibes all evening long. They will be joined by performances from other Charlottesville favorites.

This Stage is Supported by Hit The Deck Entertainment 

All night, enjoy sounds from DJ Double U & DJ FlatlineLay

Full Schedule: 
To be Announced! 

Stage map at bottom of page.

The 3rd Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for DJ Double U

DJ Double U

DJ Double U is an open format DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He has 13+ years of experience DJing professionally in Central Va. Whether he is DJing local bars at UVA or on the downtown mall, sharing the stage with local and mainstream artists, or creating unforgettable memories... Read More →
avatar for DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz (formerly DJ FlatlineLay) is a US Army Veteran and experienced DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He launched his DJ career in 2009, focusing on mobile DJing for weddings and events across central Virginia. Over the past decade, he has expanded his reach, DJing for over... Read More →
avatar for DND Dancers

DND Dancers

The D.N.D. Dance Team is a community formed competitive hip-hop majorette team from Charlottesville, VA. The team was formed in 2018, and since then has grown to over 30 members with girls ranging from 6 - 17 years old .The team has preformed locally and have competed up and down... Read More →
avatar for Elite Empire

Elite Empire

Banks Collage Elite Empire is a 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization that reaches out to young people in the community to empower them through the art of Majorette Hip Hop dance. Majorette Hip Hop is a very high energy dance style. It utilizes a combination of many different dance styles... Read More →
avatar for Lady Taij

Lady Taij

Lady Taij, a Virginia-based hip-hop artist, captivates fans with poetic lyricism and dynamic performances. Inspired by icons like Missy Elliott, Eve, and Rapsody, she infuses her music with depth and substance. As a recording artist, engineer, and songwriter, she blends classic hip-hop... Read More →
avatar for LeeBangah

LeeBangah

With an unwavering commitment to his craft, Brandon Dudley, better known as LeeBangah, has emerged as a leader in the Charlottesville hip hop scene. His tireless efforts have garnered attention from media outlets like Dark Magazine, The Underground Fix, The Trap, Media Made Magazine... Read More →
avatar for Yolonda Coles Jones

Yolonda Coles Jones

Born to church people in Charlottesville, VA--an evangelist and a pastor. Raised in church and around church culture for the first part of her life, Yolonda's earliest memories are of wooden floorboards, church pews and a sea of Black people in their "Sunday Best" staring intently... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for City Of Charlottesville
avatar for CVille Weekly
avatar for Friends of Charlottesville Downtown
avatar for Ludwig Kuttner
avatar for R.L.Beyer Custom Homes
avatar for Virginia Tourism
Friday April 18, 2025 5:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:01pm EDT

West Stage | Hurt City DJs: DJ Reggie Wattz & DJ DoubleU
Friday April 18, 2025 5:01pm - 6:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Start the night off right with jams from Hurt City DJs!
Artists
avatar for DJ Double U

DJ Double U

DJ Double U is an open format DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He has 13+ years of experience DJing professionally in Central Va. Whether he is DJing local bars at UVA or on the downtown mall, sharing the stage with local and mainstream artists, or creating unforgettable memories... Read More →
avatar for DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz (formerly DJ FlatlineLay) is a US Army Veteran and experienced DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He launched his DJ career in 2009, focusing on mobile DJing for weddings and events across central Virginia. Over the past decade, he has expanded his reach, DJing for over... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 5:01pm - 6:00pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:01pm EDT

Family Stage | Good Times Only Silent Disco
Friday April 18, 2025 5:01pm - 7:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Join us at the Rusty Iris Art Bus and boogie at the Good Times Only Silent Disco!

Pre-register here (it's free!) or register at the Art Bus when you arrive!


Collaborator
avatar for Good Times Only

Good Times Only

Good Times Only is an entertainment company that specializes in silent disco dance parties. We offer event rentals and party production including DJ services, professional lighting, and event management. We strive to facilitate events that encourage play and connection to create unforgettable... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 5:01pm - 7:00pm EDT
East Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:01pm EDT

CENTRAL STAGE | Music For All
Friday April 18, 2025 5:01pm - 10:00pm EDT
240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Central Place will come alive on Friday night with performances Cville favorites, hosted by Charlottesville's own We Are Star Children!

Schedule of Events Here:
5pm - 6pm - Dance Party!
6pm - 6:30pm - Hullabahoos Acapella & The Virginia Sil'hooettes Acapella
6:30pm - 7pm - Capoeira Resistencia Cville
7pm - 8pm - We Are Star Children
8pm - 9pm - Dance Party!
9pm - 10pm - We Are Star Children

The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira(Cah-po-ay-ra), most often recognized by its fluid, dance-like movements, is an Afro-Brazilian martial art disguised as dance developed by Angolan slaves in Brazil during the colonial period. Because slaves were not permitted to arm themselves and fight, capoeira allowed them... Read More →
avatar for Hullabahoos

Hullabahoos

Hullabahoos is an a cappella group founded at the University of Virginia in 1987 when some guys got together and said “Hey, let’s sing… and wear robes while we do it.”  So they did. And they still do. Since then, the group has been fortunate enough to perform all over the... Read More →
avatar for The Virginia Sil'hooettes

The Virginia Sil'hooettes

The Virginia Sil’hooettes are UVA’s most award-winning a cappella group. Since their founding in 1989, the Sils have enriched the University of Virginia with stellar and nationally recognized a cappella music. Their most recent studio album, LYLAS: Love You Like A Sil, received... Read More →
avatar for We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children is a 9-piece "adventure pop" band from Charlottesville, VA. They veer in and out of conventional rock/pop arrangement: horn and synth cascade over a surging rhythm section, brazen enough to share lead with the advancing wall of rich harmony vocals. In their recordings... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for City Of Charlottesville
avatar for Friends of Charlottesville Downtown
avatar for Ludwig Kuttner
avatar for R.L.Beyer Custom Homes
avatar for Virginia Tourism
Friday April 18, 2025 5:01pm - 10:00pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

5:30pm EDT

Queer Happy Hour on the Live Arts Terrace
Friday April 18, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
123 E Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Join us for Queer Happy Hour on the Live Arts Terrace, a vibrant gathering celebrating LGBTQ+ community and connection over drinks and conversation. Enjoy a relaxed evening with friends, stunning rooftop views, and a welcoming atmosphere for all!

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please register for a Free "Create Your Schedule" Ticket. You’ll then receive an email from Sched prompting you to build your schedule.

Collaborator
avatar for OUT and ABOUT

OUT and ABOUT

Founded in 2022, Out and About is the leading host of LGBTQ+ social networking and empowerment in the Charlottesville region. Hosting an average of 5 events every month, our mission of “Creating Community, Forging Family” is more important now than ever before. Our socials vary... Read More →
avatar for Live Arts

Live Arts

Powered by hundreds of volunteers, Live Arts is a national model for engaged community theater. For more than three decades, we’ve dedicated ourselves to the mission of “forging theater and community” in Charlottesville, Virginia. Our engagement in local communities runs deep... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Fourth Floor Terrace
  Community Partner Programs

6:00pm EDT

Central Stage | Hullabahoos
Friday April 18, 2025 6:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
123 E Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Stop by Central Place for one of UVA's most prominent acapella groups! 

The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for Hullabahoos

Hullabahoos

Hullabahoos is an a cappella group founded at the University of Virginia in 1987 when some guys got together and said “Hey, let’s sing… and wear robes while we do it.”  So they did. And they still do. Since then, the group has been fortunate enough to perform all over the... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 6:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

6:00pm EDT

West Stage | Lady Taij
Friday April 18, 2025 6:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
123 E Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Artists
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Lady Taij

Lady Taij, a Virginia-based hip-hop artist, captivates fans with poetic lyricism and dynamic performances. Inspired by icons like Missy Elliott, Eve, and Rapsody, she infuses her music with depth and substance. As a recording artist, engineer, and songwriter, she blends classic hip-hop... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 6:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

6:15pm EDT

Central Stage | The Virginia Sil'hooettes
Friday April 18, 2025 6:15pm - 6:30pm EDT
123 E Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Stop by Central Place for one of UVA's most prominent acapella groups!

The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for The Virginia Sil'hooettes

The Virginia Sil'hooettes

The Virginia Sil’hooettes are UVA’s most award-winning a cappella group. Since their founding in 1989, the Sils have enriched the University of Virginia with stellar and nationally recognized a cappella music. Their most recent studio album, LYLAS: Love You Like A Sil, received... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 6:15pm - 6:30pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

6:15pm EDT

West Stage | LeeBangah
Friday April 18, 2025 6:15pm - 6:30pm EDT
123 E Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Artists
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LeeBangah

With an unwavering commitment to his craft, Brandon Dudley, better known as LeeBangah, has emerged as a leader in the Charlottesville hip hop scene. His tireless efforts have garnered attention from media outlets like Dark Magazine, The Underground Fix, The Trap, Media Made Magazine... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 6:15pm - 6:30pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

6:30pm EDT

Central Stage | Capoeira Resistência Cville
Friday April 18, 2025 6:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
123 E Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Don't miss the art of Capoeira at Central Place! 

The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira Resistência Cville

Capoeira(Cah-po-ay-ra), most often recognized by its fluid, dance-like movements, is an Afro-Brazilian martial art disguised as dance developed by Angolan slaves in Brazil during the colonial period. Because slaves were not permitted to arm themselves and fight, capoeira allowed them... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Friends of Charlottesville Downtown

Friday April 18, 2025 6:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

6:30pm EDT

Earthday Everyday Blessing and Conscious Dance Party!
Friday April 18, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
201 2nd St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Earthday Everyday Blessing and Conscious Dance Party is proudly hosted by the Cville Dance Co-op.

This Earth Day, community members are invited to a unique and immersive dance experience—an opportunity to gather in celebration of life on this beautiful planet. Through music and movement, participants will come together to honor the Earth, offering dance as a prayer for the well-being of the planet and all living beings.

The event will begin with a sacred sounding and grounding practice to connect with the Earth as our blessed Home. Following this, a 90-minute conscious dance session will unfold, featuring a powerful selection of Earth-honoring music. In this free-form, expressive movement space, dancers of all ages are encouraged to move their bodies and spirits in harmony with the natural world, embodying gratitude and reverence for the place we all call home.

Open to all ages, this family-friendly and substance-free gathering welcomes anyone who wishes to celebrate Earth Day through movement, mindfulness, and community connection.

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please register for a Free "Create Your Schedule" Ticket. You’ll then receive an email from Sched prompting you to build your schedule.

Artists
avatar for Megan Sprague

Megan Sprague

Sound Artist
Megan Sprague is a sound maker, dancer, dreamer and sacred time keeper. Deeply drawn to music and movement, sacred sounding and grounding; she holds sanctuary space for communal connection in nature.With love and greatFullness, she shares prayerful, heart centered practices for personal... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for McGuffey Art Center

McGuffey Art Center

McGuffey Art Center is one of the oldest artist-run cooperative art centers in the country. Since its establishment in 1975, the art center has been a community of artists, dedicated to practicing art and passing on the creative spirit to the greater Charlottesville community, through... Read More →
avatar for Cville Dance Co-op

Cville Dance Co-op

The Charlottesville Dance Co-Op hosts free-style dance events, where we practice internally-referenced, authentic movement. This means that there is no instruction and no choreography. The Charlottesville Dance Co-operative is a purely volunteer run phenomenon. Community members freely... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Lawn of McGuffey Art Center
  Community Partner Programs

7:00pm EDT

West Stage | Elite Empire Dance Team
Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
201 2nd St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Artists
avatar for Elite Empire

Elite Empire

Banks Collage Elite Empire is a 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization that reaches out to young people in the community to empower them through the art of Majorette Hip Hop dance. Majorette Hip Hop is a very high energy dance style. It utilizes a combination of many different dance styles... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

7:00pm EDT

Central Stage | We Are Star Children
Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
201 2nd St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Join us at Central Place for the musical stylings of We Are Star Children! 
Artists
avatar for We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children is a 9-piece "adventure pop" band from Charlottesville, VA. They veer in and out of conventional rock/pop arrangement: horn and synth cascade over a surging rhythm section, brazen enough to share lead with the advancing wall of rich harmony vocals. In their recordings... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

7:00pm EDT

Official After Party: La Luz with Color Green
Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Starr Hill Presents brings you an Official After Party to the 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival:

Unashamedly vulnerable, unabashedly feminine, and undeniably triumphant, News of the Universe is another knockout record from La Luz, a band so reliably great that it has perhaps led people to overlook how pioneering they really are. As women of color in indie music, La Luz continues to forge their own path—following their artistic vision beyond fleeting musical trends, always guided by an earnest belief in the cosmic power of love and a great riff.

Never has that been more true than on News of the Universe, an album that stands as their most brutal yet blissful work to date. After everything, how could it not?

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To learn more or purchase tickets, please visit the Southern Website. Tickets can also be purchased in person from the Jefferson Box Office.

Artists
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La Luz

With a credo adapted from science fiction author Octavia E. Butler, an album title from a collection of metaphysical poetry, and an expansion in consciousness brought on by personal crisis, guitarist and songwriter Shana Cleveland learns to embrace a changing world with unconditional... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for The Southern Café and Music Hall

The Southern Café and Music Hall

Located on Charlottesville’s Historic Downtown Mall, The Southern Café & Music Hall opened in 2009 in the former location of The Gravity Lounge and has been the leading club level music venue in Charlottesville since that time. The Southern has two distinct portions of the business... Read More →
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Starr Hill Presents

Starr Hill Presents is an independently owned and operated concert promoter based in Charlottesville, Virginia, promoting over 300 events each year, ranging from small club shows to multi-day festivals. The company operates multiple local venues and is a partner in festivals across... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
The Southern Café and Music Hall 103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
  Community Partner Programs

7:00pm EDT

Official After Party: Dogs in a Pile
Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 10:15pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Starr Hill Presents brings you an Official After Party to the 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival:

Merging funk, jazz, rock and roll, and psychedelia, Dogs in a Pile has emerged as the heir apparent to their town’s rich musical legacy. With kaleidoscopic soundscapes that echo the spirit of classic jam bands while forging a sound entirely their own, this eclectic quintet delivers a truly original vibe.

Armed with a fresh batch of new material, Dogs in a Pile is taking their ever-evolving testament to the Great American Songbook on tour, hitting new cities and spreading good music and good energy along the way. Their performances are a fusion of intricate instrumentation, heartfelt storytelling, and boundless youthful energy, crafting sonic mosaics that captivate and inspire.

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To learn more or purchase tickets, please visit the Jefferson Website. Tickets can also be purchased in person from the Jefferson Box Office.

Artists
avatar for Dogs in a Pile

Dogs in a Pile

The sandy shores of Asbury Park, New Jersey, are hallowed ground in the northeast; the rolling waves have ushered generations of venerated musicians to worldwide acclaim. Dogs in a Pile, an eclectic quintet, has emerged as the heir apparent to the town’s rich musical legacy. Merging... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for Starr Hill Presents

Starr Hill Presents

Starr Hill Presents is an independently owned and operated concert promoter based in Charlottesville, Virginia, promoting over 300 events each year, ranging from small club shows to multi-day festivals. The company operates multiple local venues and is a partner in festivals across... Read More →
avatar for The Jefferson Theater

The Jefferson Theater

Located on Charlottesville’s historic Downtown Mall, the Jefferson Theater was established in 1912 as a live performance theater that played host to silent movies, vaudeville acts, and a historic list of live performers, ranging from Harry Houdini to The Three Stooges.The Jefferson... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 7:00pm - 10:15pm EDT
The Jefferson Theater | 110 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
  Community Partner Programs

7:30pm EDT

Downtown Mall Block Party | Elby Brass Parade
Friday April 18, 2025 7:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Celebrate with Elby Brass as they parade down the mall accompanied by Elite Empire dance team. The parade will begin at the West Stage and continue down the mall ending at Ting Pavilion for a special Friday's After Five performance! 
Artists
avatar for Elby Brass

Elby Brass

Musician
Elby Brass is Virginia's best street brass band—specializing in hard-hitting funk, sizzling soul, and shout-along favorites. Homegrown in Fredericksburg, they feature trumpets, trombones, saxophones, sousaphones, drums, and an undeniable energy. Don't expect anything but brash... Read More →
avatar for Elite Empire

Elite Empire

Banks Collage Elite Empire is a 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization that reaches out to young people in the community to empower them through the art of Majorette Hip Hop dance. Majorette Hip Hop is a very high energy dance style. It utilizes a combination of many different dance styles... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 7:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

7:30pm EDT

Family Stage | Rusty Iris DJs
Friday April 18, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Stop by the Rusty Iris Art Bus and jam out with some of Cville's favorite DJs while you explore Rusty Iris! 
Artists
avatar for Bad Hat Fire

Bad Hat Fire

NA, Rusty Iris Art Bus
Bad Hat Fire is full of CVL natives and members have been entranced by the forced focus of fire for over 20 years.  A group of like-minded fire artists emerged easily in Charlottesville after the IX warehouse's fire circus in 2006, McGuffey Art Center fire circles, Afton Mountain... Read More →
avatar for The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris is a culmination of over a decade of community action. Scintillation Fire Troupe, Tet'nus Art Car, Burning Man, Full Moon Fire Jams, KDub Unival, IX Art Park, and Bad Hat Fire have all contributed to the drive to manifest The Rusty Iris. Rusty's artistic team is remarkable... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
East Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

7:45pm EDT

West Stage | Yolonda Coles Jones
Friday April 18, 2025 7:45pm - 8:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Artists
avatar for Yolonda Coles Jones

Yolonda Coles Jones

Born to church people in Charlottesville, VA--an evangelist and a pastor. Raised in church and around church culture for the first part of her life, Yolonda's earliest memories are of wooden floorboards, church pews and a sea of Black people in their "Sunday Best" staring intently... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 7:45pm - 8:00pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

8:00pm EDT

West Stage | D.N.D Dancers
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Artists
avatar for DND Dancers

DND Dancers

The D.N.D. Dance Team is a community formed competitive hip-hop majorette team from Charlottesville, VA. The team was formed in 2018, and since then has grown to over 30 members with girls ranging from 6 - 17 years old .The team has preformed locally and have competed up and down... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

8:00pm EDT

Central Stage | DJ Tova
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Join us at Central Place for an opening dance party with DJ Tova! 

Friday April 18, 2025 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

8:00pm EDT

Rewilder Presents: Rooted in Rave "Earth Night"
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00pm - Saturday April 19, 2025 2:00am EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Join us for an electrifying evening of music, movement, and environmental advocacy at our Dance Party for Environmental Awareness! This unique event combines the joy of dance with a commitment to sustainability, raising awareness about climate change while generating support for green initiatives.

Through the theme “Giving Back to Nature Through Music and Dance,” attendees will experience an immersive celebration that not only fosters community connection but also highlights actionable steps toward environmental preservation. Proceeds from the event will directly support local sustainability efforts, making it a night of impact and inspiration. Come dance for a cause and be part of the movement for a greener future!

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please register for a Free "Create Your Schedule" Ticket. You’ll then receive an email from Sched prompting you to build your schedule.

Artists
avatar for Jonathan Mack

Jonathan Mack

ARTIST/DJ
JMACK is a DJ and artist from the DMV with a genuine love for drum and bass. What started as a personal passion for high-energy music has evolved into performances that keep dance floors moving and connected. Over time, he’s had the privilege of playing at iconic venues like Echostage... Read More →
avatar for Kasenia Coulson

Kasenia Coulson

ARTIST/DJ
KRAVES is a passionate DJ and artist from Washington, D.C., making waves in the DMV dance scene with her love for high-energy, euphoric sounds. What started as a bedroom passion has turned into something much bigger, taking her to stages across the country, from Richmond to Las Vegas... Read More →
avatar for Ollen Douglass

Ollen Douglass

Artist, Producer & DJ, BLACKHOUSE
BLACKHOUSE is a DJ and artist known for his deep, hard-hitting sound that resonates with fans of the underground electronic music scene. With a unique ability to blend intense rhythms and captivating melodies, he has quickly established himself as a prominent figure in the rave community... Read More →
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Zachary Garnes

Operations Manager, Neorave Nation, LLC
Zachary Garnes is the founder of Neorave Nation, a brand merging music, fashion, and culture with a futuristic vision. As a marine and wildlife biologist, he has designed and developed citizen science projects in Maryland and Virginia and worked extensively to remove invasive species... Read More →
Collaborator
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Neorave Nation

Rewilder is a dynamic DJ, producer, and wildlife biologist based in the United States. His musical journey encompasses a diverse range of genres, including hard techno, hard trance, and hardstyle, reflecting his passion for the harder styles of electronic dance music.In 2022, Rewilder... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 8:00pm - Saturday April 19, 2025 2:00am EDT
The Looking Glass : IX Art Park
  Community Partner Programs
  • Age Limit 18+

8:30pm EDT

East Stage | Bad Hat Fire Performance
Friday April 18, 2025 8:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
The 4th Annual Downtown Mall Block Party is brought to you by these CoHosts: The City of Charlottesville, Virginia Tourism, Friends of Downtown, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner and also with support from Woodard Properties

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If you plan to attend only free events at Tom Tom and would still like to build your schedule here on Sched, please go to Eventbrite and select the free ticket labeled “Create Your Personal Schedule”. Once you complete the ticketing process, you’ll receive an email from Sched prompting you to create an account and then build your schedule. 

Artists
avatar for Bad Hat Fire

Bad Hat Fire

NA, Rusty Iris Art Bus
Bad Hat Fire is full of CVL natives and members have been entranced by the forced focus of fire for over 20 years.  A group of like-minded fire artists emerged easily in Charlottesville after the IX warehouse's fire circus in 2006, McGuffey Art Center fire circles, Afton Mountain... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Friends of Charlottesville Downtown

Friday April 18, 2025 8:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
East Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

8:30pm EDT

West Stage | Hurt City DJs: DJ Reggie Wattz & DJ DoubleU
Friday April 18, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Close out your night with jams from Hurt City DJs!
Artists
avatar for DJ Double U

DJ Double U

DJ Double U is an open format DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He has 13+ years of experience DJing professionally in Central Va. Whether he is DJing local bars at UVA or on the downtown mall, sharing the stage with local and mainstream artists, or creating unforgettable memories... Read More →
avatar for DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz

DJ Reggie Wattz (formerly DJ FlatlineLay) is a US Army Veteran and experienced DJ based in Charlottesville, VA. He launched his DJ career in 2009, focusing on mobile DJing for weddings and events across central Virginia. Over the past decade, he has expanded his reach, DJing for over... Read More →
Friday April 18, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
West Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

9:00pm EDT

Central Stage | We Are Star Children
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Join us at Central Place for the musical stylings of We Are Star Children! 
Artists
avatar for We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children

We Are Star Children is a 9-piece "adventure pop" band from Charlottesville, VA. They veer in and out of conventional rock/pop arrangement: horn and synth cascade over a surging rhythm section, brazen enough to share lead with the advancing wall of rich harmony vocals. In their recordings... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Central Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

9:00pm EDT

Family Stage | Rusty Iris DJs
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
103 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Stop by the Rusty Iris Art Bus and jam out with some of Cville's favorite DJs while you explore Rusty Iris! 
Artists
avatar for The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris Art Bus

The Rusty Iris is a culmination of over a decade of community action. Scintillation Fire Troupe, Tet'nus Art Car, Burning Man, Full Moon Fire Jams, KDub Unival, IX Art Park, and Bad Hat Fire have all contributed to the drive to manifest The Rusty Iris. Rusty's artistic team is remarkable... Read More →

Friday April 18, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
East Stage | Downtown Mall
  Downtown Mall Block Party

9:00pm EDT

DANCE SERIES | CARNIVALE
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00pm - Saturday April 19, 2025 1:00am EDT
300 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
DANCE SERIES | CARNIVALE
21+

Carnivale - A Latin, Salsa, Bachata, Reggteton  Dance Party

Let’s take the Block Party energy onto the dance floor for a night of Latin soul that brings all the dance communities of Charlottesville together.

Bright colors and Latin moves.

Come dressed in your CARNIVALE best because it’s time for an all-out celebration.

Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, and Kizomba, Brazilian, Samba, and Funk.

Come with a partner or dance solo!

Come join us for an unforgettable night of Latin dance at the Tom Tom festival! As we continue our hosting of the Latin dance stage on Saturday for the Carnival Party! We're are excited to bring you some amazing performances that will leave you inspired and falling in love with Latin dance.


Full Schedule Here:
9:00pm Social Dancing
10:00pm Performance: Capoeira
10:10pm Performance: UVA Salsa Club
10:20pm Performance: Mambo Bones
10:30pm Performance: Kara Leona
10:30 pm-1 am DJ ZACARRI and Foreign Playerz

Note: This is a ticketed event. To create your event schedule here on Sched you must first purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. Click here to purchase your tickets.
Artists
avatar for DJ ZACARRI

DJ ZACARRI

Zach, a rising star in the DJ scene from Washington, D.C., began his journey into the world of music in the summer of 2022. Although initially focused on pursuing dance training, his path took an unexpected turn when he was invited to explore DJing. Under the mentorship of a highly... Read More →
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Foreign Playerz

Organizers, Foreign Playerz LLC
Foreign Playerz is a dynamic and vibrant organization that specializes in creating social dance events for Latin dances such as bachata, salsa, zouk, Cumbia, merengue, and many other types of Latin dance. Founded by passionate dancers, Foreign Playerz aims to promote the love and... Read More →
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Kara Leona

Kara Leona singing her new single 'On My Own' along with other Latin favorites! 
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UVA Salsa Club

The Promotional Performance Team represents the University Salsa Club of UVA, a club of students, faculty, and staff dedicated to learning Latin dance styles and celebrating Latin culture. Led this semester by the Club's President (Sofia Posadas) and one of the Club's instructors... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for Mambo Bones Salsa Dance Studio

Mambo Bones Salsa Dance Studio

Mambo Bones Salsa Dance Studio, nestled in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, is more than just a dance studio; it's a community where rhythm and connection converge. We believe that salsa is a universal language, a joyous expression of culture and spirit, accessible to everyone.Our... Read More →
Sponsors
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The Bradbury

Located in the heart of Charlottesville, on the historic Downtown Mall, the Bradbury is a place of possibility, connection, and community.The Bradbury is more than an elegant, versatile, event space; The Bradbury is an all inclusive, one of a kind, boutique experience for any occasion... Read More →
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Vault Virginia

Vault Virginia is a membership-based workspace and social club for creators, innovators and thought-leaders. Our carefully designed office, coworking, gallery, and event spaces inspire creativity, cultivate curiosity, and promote connection.
Friday April 18, 2025 9:00pm - Saturday April 19, 2025 1:00am EDT
The Bradbury
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