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• GIRLS CRUSHING IT •

WINTER 2025
SEASON

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SEASON OVERVIEW

We’re popping up in Lafayette on December 6th & 7th! 

 

This season, first-time participants will join our Entrepreneurship 101. Alumnae will take part in our Commerce Connections workshop. Both workshops will take place in person at Pillar Cowork in Lafayette on October 19. Upon completion of their respective workshop, participants may take part in our Winter Pop-up in Lafayette.

BEGINNER​

BEGINNER WORKSHOP:

 Entrepreneurship 101 
(Open to first-time participants only)​​

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Prerequisites:

None; all are welcome

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Please note:

Completion of this course is required for participation in the pop-up shop

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Sunday, Oct. 19th

1:00 PM – 2:15 PM

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Pillar Cowork, Lafayette, CA

ADVANCED

 ADVANCED

WORKSHOP:​

Commerce Connections​

(For Girls Crushing It alumnae only)​​

 

Prerequisites:

Entrepreneurship 101 in a previous season

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Please note:

Completion of this course is required for Girls Crushing It alumnae who wish to participate in the pop-up shop

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Sunday, Oct. 19th

3:00 – 4:30 PM

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Pillar Cowork, Lafayette, CA

ALL LEVELS

WINTER POP-UP SHOP 

(Open to all skill levels)

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Please note:

Completion of "Entrepreneurship 101" is required for first-time sellers to sell in our pop-up. Completion of "Commerce Connections" is required for Girls Crushing It alumnae to sell in our pop-up shop.

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Saturday, Dec. 6th

1:00 – 4:00 PM

- OR -

Sunday, Dec. 7th

1:00 – 4:00 PM

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Pillar Cowork, Lafayette, CA

​ABOUT PILLAR COWORK

With its bright, modern space and welcoming community vibe, Pillar Cowork offers the ideal setting for young business owners to showcase their creativity and products. Shoppers can discover unique, handcrafted gifts while cheering on the next generation of local entrepreneurs. Located in the heart of Lafayette, Pillar is easy to access, family-friendly, and filled with the festive spirit that makes holiday shopping fun.

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SEASON DETAILS

BEGINNER / FIRST TIME​

OCTOBER 19

ENTREPRENEURSHIP 101

Prerequisites: None
1:00 - 2:15 PM; In-person

Pillar Cowork

3515 Mount Diablo Blvd
Lafayette, CA 94549

 

In Entrepreneurship 101, participants will be:

  • Identifying a business idea based on your passion or a market need

  • Defining your target customer

  • Conducting benchmarking research

  • Calculating cost, price and margin

  • Developing your product

  • Crafting and delivering an elevator  pitch

  • Developing a basic financial plan
  • Preparing to shine at our Winter Pop-up!

 

This workshop is required for first-time participants.
 

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ALUMNAE

OCTOBER 19

COMMERCE CONNECTIONS

Prerequisite:

Entrepreneurship 101 (From any prior season)

3:00 - 4:30 PM; In-person

Pillar Cowork

3515 Mount Diablo Blvd
Lafayette, CA 94549

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Curious about what it’s really like to run your own business? In this 90-minute workshop, you’ll get the inside scoop from members of the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce. Local entrepreneurs will share their stories—the wins, the struggles, and the surprising lessons they’ve learned along the way. A lively panel and Q&A will spark ideas, give you practical tips, and let you ask the questions you actually want answered.

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You’ll walk away with:

  • Fresh inspiration from real-life business journeys

  • An honest look at the ups and downs of entrepreneurship

  • Smart advice on creativity, customer service, and problem-solving

  • New connections with local role models

  • The confidence to start building your own ideas​

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POP-UP SHOP

DECEMBER 6 & 7

WINTER POP-UP SHOP

Pillar Cowork

3515 Mount Diablo Blvd
Lafayette, CA 94549

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This year’s Winter Pop-up will take place in the heart of downtown Lafayette, in a lively, walkable retail space that’s perfect for holiday shopping. Our cozy market will create a festive and memorable selling experience for our young entrepreneurs. Because the venue has a smaller footprint, sellers will be scheduled in two shifts, and physical space will be a bit more limited than in past events.

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Two shifts available:

  • Day 1 - Saturday, December 6th from 1:00 - 4:00 PM

  • Day 2 - Sunday, December 7th from 1:00 - 4:00 PM

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Participants will:

  • Actively promote our Winter Pop-up Shop to ensure a bustling marketplace

  • Produce between 25 - 50 pieces of inventory

  • Merchandise and staff a table with their own one-of-a-kind products or services

  • Pitch their products to shoppers during our Pop-up Shop

  • Fund their business endeavor and keep 100% of their profits (Tuition should not be deducted when calculating profit * )

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CAREFULLY REVIEW THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR REGISTRATION

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OUR PROGRAM: ​

  • Participation in our 2025 Winter workshops is required in order to take part in our Winter Pop-up Shop on December 6 & 7. No exceptions.

  • 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 Winter Pop-up.

  • Business expenses are the sole responsibility of the participant

  • 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 we possibly can! We ask all of our participants to also promote the pop-up shop within their schools, clubs, community organizations, friends, family, and neighbors

 

CONSIDERATIONS FOR OUR WINTER 2025 POP-UP SHOP

  • We pour our hearts into making our pop-up shops a success—and we need your help too! Please come ready to share your business with enthusiasm and adapt to whatever comes our way, whether it’s rain, wind, nearby competitors, or other surprises. Your kindness, teamwork, and positive spirit make all the difference.

  • Your child will be expected to actively manage their table during their shift. Participants should consider enlisting the help of a friend or family member while they take breaks.

  • 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.

  • 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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​LOGISTICS FOR OUR POP-UP

  • This event will be held indoors, rain or shine. Refunds will not be issued for weather-related cancellations.

  • Tables are pre-assigned, and while we make every effort to accommodate special requests, it’s just not always possible. We will not be able to accommodate requests to move tables on the day of the event. 

  • Parking: There is a metered parking lot at 3503 Golden Gate Way, Lafayette, CA 94549. There is also metered street parking behind Pillar as well surrounding the Lafayette Library along Golden Gate.
     

WE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING TO EACH BUSINESS FOR OUR POP-UP SHOP:​

  • (1) 4-ft Table (per business, not per participant)​

  • (1) Chair per business

  • (1) Tablecloth

  • (1) Simple table-top sign with your business name
     

YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING FOR THE WINTER POP-UP SHOP​

  • Your products

  • Display stands

  • Pricing information (tags, chalkboard signs etc.)

  • Cash box, equipped with change and/or mobile payment processing option (Square, Venmo, Paypal etc.)

  • Packaging supplies E.g. tissue paper, small bags etc.

  • Water bottle, snacks/meals

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

TUITION

  • $250 (Due to rising costs and a challenging fundraising environment for nonprofits, we have increased our fee to help ensure the sustainability of our critical programming.)

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SOLO BUSINESS OWNERS

  • Register for ONLY ONE of the options below.

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SIBLING BUSINESS PARTNERS

  • A parent/guardian can register up to two siblings at once if they choose the same option.

  • If siblings want a different option, they must be registered separately.

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NON-SIBLING BUSINESS PARTNERS

  • Each partner must be registered separately.​

  • Make sure to sign up for the same shift as your partner(s).

  • For this season, businesses will be limited to (2) partners due to space constraints.

 

ADDITIONAL SHIFTS

  • Additional shifts may be released by Girls Crushing It at a later date and on a first come, first served basis.

  • You can indicate if you would like a second shift during the registration process.

​Register for one of the options below.

Pop-up Day #1
Saturday Dec. 6 & Workshop
- SOLD OUT -

This registration option includes:
 

Entrepreneurship 101 workshop on October 19th from 1:00 - 2:15 PM (First-time participants)
 

- OR -

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Commerce Connections advanced workshop on October 19th from 3:00 - 4:30 PM (Alumnae only)​

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AND

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Pop-up Day #1 on Saturday, December 6 at Pillar Cowork from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM ​​​​​​

Pop-up Day #2
Sunday Dec. 7 & Workshop
- SOLD OUT -

This registration option includes:
 

Entrepreneurship 101 workshop on October 19th from 1:00 - 2:15 PM (First-time participants)
 

- OR -

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Commerce Connections advanced workshop on October 19th from 3:00 - 4:30 PM (Alumnae only)​

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AND

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Pop-up Day #2 on Sunday, December 7 at Pillar Cowork from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM ​​​​​​

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