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SPRING 2026
SEASON

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START-UP GAME DAY AND POP-UP SHOP AT BROADWAY PLAZA
Entrepreneurship is about leveling up — testing ideas, taking risks, and building confidence. Our Start-up Game Day is packed with fun, hands-on games and challenges that help young entrepreneurs build real business skills. Participants will get the chance to put their new skills into action by selling their products at our Spring Pop-Up Shop — a real-world marketplace made just for young creators and business owners.
Let the Games Begin!
BEGINNER​
ENTREPRENEURSHIP 101 WORKSHOP
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Prerequisites:
None; this course is for first-time participants
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Please note:
Completion of this course is required for first-time participants who wish to sell in the pop-up shop
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Sunday, March 8
1:00 – 2:15 PM
In-person
Location: Lamorinda TBD
ADVANCED
START-UP
GAME DAY​
Prerequisites:
Entrepreneurship 101
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Please note:
Completion of this course is required for those who have completed Entrepreneurship 101 in a prior season and wish to sell in our pop-up shop
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Sunday, March 8
3:00 – 4:15 PM
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In-person
Location: Lamorinda TBD
ALL LEVELS
SPRING POP-UP AT BROADWAY PLAZA
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Mandatory Prerequisites:
Entrepreneurship 101 (first-time participants) OR Start-up Game Day
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Please note:
Completion of Entrepreneurship 101 or Start-up Game Day is required for all who wish to sell in our pop-up
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Saturday, May 2
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Setup at 10 AM
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In-person; Outdoors
Broadway Plaza Shopping Center, Walnut Creek
​ABOUT BROADWAY PLAZA
Located in the heart of Walnut Creek, CA, Broadway Plaza is an open-air, upscale shopping center featuring more than 80 premier retailers and specialty shops, including Nordstrom, Macy's, Apple and lululemon. Guests can enjoy a diverse mix of dining options such as True Food Kitchen, Boudin, Cholita Linda, and Original Joe’s.
The center is also home to Industrious co-working space and luxury fitness destination, Life Time Walnut Creek. Consistently recognized by Diablo Magazine as the “Best Shopping Center” in its annual “Best of the East Bay” issue, Broadway Plaza offers an unparalleled retail and lifestyle experience.

Here are all the exciting details...
BEGINNER​
MARCH 8
ENTREPRENEURSHIP 101
None; this course is intended for first-time participants
1:00 - 2:15 PM; In-person, location TBD
This 75-minute session will cover:​
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Identifying an idea based on your passion or a market need
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Defining your target customer
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Conducting benchmarking research
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Calculating cost, price and margin
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Developing your product
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Crafting and delivering an elevator pitch
- Developing a basic project plan
Completion of this course is required for first-time participants who wish to sell in our Spring Pop-up

ADVANCED
MARCH 8
START-UP GAME DAY
Prerequisite: Entrepreneurship 101
3:00 - 4:15 PM; In-person, location TBD
This 60-minute session will cover:​
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Tackling start-up challenges
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Exploring smart pricing strategies
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Building a simple budget
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Stretching their creative problem-solving muscles
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Finishing strong with a confident product pitch
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And more fun, hands-on activities!
Completion of this course is required for those who completed Entrepreneurship 101 in a prior season and wish to sell in our Spring Pop-up

POP-UP SHOP
MAY 2
SPRING POP-UP SHOP AT BROADWAY PLAZA
Prerequisites: Entrepreneurship 101 or Start-up Game Day
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Broadway Plaza, 1210 Broadway Plaza Street, Walnut Creek, CA, US, 94596
Participants will:
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Actively promote our Pop-up Shop to ensure a bustling marketplace
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Produce between 30 - 60 pieces of inventory
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Merchandise and staff a table with their own one-of-a-kind products or services
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Pitch their products to shoppers during our Spring Pop-up Shop
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Fund their business endeavor and keep 100% of their profits (Tuition should not be deducted when calculating profit)
Completion of Entrepreneurship 101 or Start-up Game Day is required for all who wish to sell in our pop-up

CAREFULLY REVIEW THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
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OUR PROGRAM: ​
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Participation in one of our 2026 Spring Workshops is required in order to take part in our Spring Pop-up Shop on May 2. No exceptions.
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Business experience is not required for our program, however participants should have a well-honed business idea if they wish to take part in the Spring Pop-up.
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Business expenses are the sole responsibility of the participant
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We promote our pop-up shops via social media promotions, email marketing, online advertising, local publications, and local associations to ensure that we bring out as many shoppers as possible
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We expect all of our participants to also promote the pop-up shop within their schools, clubs, community organizations, friends, family, and neighbors
CONSIDERATIONS FOR OUR SPRING 2026 POP-UP SHOP
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Our Spring 2026 Pop-up at Broadway Plaza is geared for entrepreneurs ages 8–18.
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Creating something special takes all of us. We pour an incredible amount of heart and hard work into making our pop-up shops joyful and successful—and we ask that you do your part as well. Participants and their families or support teams should arrive ready to confidently share their businesses and products with the world, and to make the best of any unexpected circumstances, whether that’s a rainstorm, a gust of wind, a nearby “competitor,” or other challenges that may arise. We appreciate your kindness, willingness to lend a hand, and adaptability.
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Your child will be expected to actively manage their table for the duration of their shift, from 11am - 3pm.
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Please arrive between 10-11am and be set-up before 11am and tear down/depart at 3pm.
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Due to the extended duration of our Spring Pop-up, participants should consider enlisting the help of a family member while they take breaks.
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Payment method options for customers are at the sole discretion of the participant. Card readers and accounts must be set up in advance of the pop-up shop, as there is no guarantee of wi-fi availability during our pop-up shop.
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Participants manage their own finances and are entitled to their profit; Girls Crushing It does not take a commission on sales.
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​POP-UP SHOP DETAILS & LOGISTICS
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This event will be held outdoors. Although your child's table will be within the footprint of a tent, there may be environmental factors such as sun, wind and rain. Please plan accordingly.
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This event will take place rain or shine. Refunds will not be issued for weather-related cancellations.
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Our Spring Pop-up Shop will be stationed behind the Apple Store, between Nordstrom and Zara, so we anticipate a lively atmosphere with ample foot traffic.​
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During registration, you may request to be near a buddy. Tables and tents are pre-assigned, taking into account product variety, participant age and buddy requests. While we make every effort to accommodate requests, it’s just not always possible. We will not be able to accommodate requests to move to a different table or tent on the day of the event.
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Parking: Hourly paid parking is available at the Broadway Plaza garage located at 539 S Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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You may be able to find other paid and free parking options nearby. We recommend using a wagon or wheeled bag to transport your products and supplies.
REFUNDS:​
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​We are unable to provide refunds after March 2, 2026
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WE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING TO EACH BUSINESS FOR OUR POP-UP SHOP:​
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(1) 4-ft Table (per business, not per participant)​ within a 10’x10' tent shared with at least one other business
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(2) Chairs
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(1) Tablecloth
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(1) Simple table-top sign with your business name
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(1) Square Credit Card Reader, which is yours to keep (for participants who have not previously received one)
YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING FOR THE SPRING POP-UP SHOP​
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Your products
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Display stands
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Pricing information (tags, chalkboard signs etc.)
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Cash box, equipped with change and/or mobile payment processing option (Square, Venmo, Paypal etc.)
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Packaging supplies E.g. tissue paper, small bags etc.
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Water bottle, snacks/meals, sunscreen (note: food vendors will be on site)
REGISTRATION
Note the following before registering:
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TUITION
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$250 ​
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SIBLING BUSINESS PARTNERS
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A parent/guardian can register up to two siblings at once. Be sure to place (2) registrations in your shopping cart.
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NON-SIBLING BUSINESS PARTNERS
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Each partner must be registered separately.​
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Be sure to enter your business partner's name when prompted.
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REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY, FEB. 7th AT NOON
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