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What to see at the Forbes Under 30 Summit

Forbes’ Under 30 Summit returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center (1101 Arch St.) on Sunday, Oct. 4 and runs until Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Do-it-Yourself- Entertainment  – 10:40 a.m.
Nowadays, social media platforms like YouTube can help make you a star. Learn how folks like Rudy Chavez (President, Baume & Mercier), Cameron Dallas (YouTube Personality, Vine Star), Tavi Gevinson (Editor-in-Chief, Rookie), and Lindsey Stirling (Violinist, Performance Artist) got their start on the Web.

Breakout Panels: How to get on the 30 Under 30: What happens next – 12:45 p.m.
Forbes Executive Producer Caroline Howard leads a discussion on how the official list comes together. After Howard's panel, hear from Under 30 alumni about how their lives have changed since making the cut.

Breakout Panels: Cutting Edge Technologies and the Digital Election 2016 – 1:45 p.m.
As we know, a single tweet can ruin an entire campaign. Find out how the future of presidential elections can change through social media and the growth of our technology devices.

Sharing = Success: Michelle Phan and Kelly Osbourne – 2:45 p.m.
YouTube makeup artist Michelle Phan and television star Kelly Osbourne host a panel discussion about why self-branding is important and how selfies can do more than get likes on Instagram.

Drexel University presents the Philly Business Plan Competition Kickoff Mixer – 7 p.m.
If you have a product idea that's sure to rock the industry, this networking and info event will urge you to check out an upcoming business plan competition designed for local college students.

Bar Crawl & Selfie Scavenger Hunt – 9 p.m.
Is your selfie game strong? This scavenger hunt will take you through town to local bars where "world-famous special guests" are located. Take your best shot and share it through your social networks. Best snaps win prizes!

How 23 Women Became 1 Team – and Made History – 10 a.m.
On July 5, the United States Women's National Soccer Team defeated Japan 5-2 in the 2015 World Cup Final game. This win not only shook America, but also brought attention to the greatness of women's sports worldwide. Soccer stars Shannon Boxx, Julie Johnston, and Alex Morgan will discuss their team's journey and what it took to take gold.

Can the (Business) Marriage be saved? – 10:45 a.m.
You and your business partner's product is getting big buzz and raking in the cash. All is great until you no longer see eye to eye and egos inflate. Sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer sees business partnerships like marriages and will discuss how issues can be solved.

Sean Rad: Boxx, Booted and Back – 4:30 p.m.
Swipe right, swipe left. Sean Radd, co-founder & chief executive officer of dating app Tinder, will discuss his wild journey covering the positives, the negatives, and the twisted turns one wouldn't expect.

Wednesday, Oct. 7

Philly Impact Day –
More information TBA
Join the City of Philadelphia for an all-day excursion through education and tech tours followed by Forbes mentoring sessions in the city’s Innovation Lab (1401 John F. Kennedy Blvd. 16th floor).