January
No events scheduled for this month
February
Sunday February 1: Submissions open for the 2026 Innovation Franklin Shark Tank
March
Wednesday March 4: Elevate: Franklin Business Series (Cashflow)
Speaker: Managing Director of Campbell Tyson, Mathew Robertson
Discover how to take control of your cashflow and position your business for growth in a recovering economy.
Sunday March 15: Submissions closed for the 2026 Innovation Franklin Shark Tank
Thursday March 26: The Franklin Schools Careers Expo
The Franklin Schools Careers Expo is on — and we’ll be there!
Come and chat with us about all the opportunities we offer our tamariki and rangatahi, and find out more about the exciting future of Innovation Franklin’s Innovation Campus.
April
Monday April 20: Innovation Franklin Youth Shark Tank Submissions Open
Are you 15 - 18 years and have a business idea that could make an impact! We want to hear it!
Thursday April 23: Innovation Franklin Shark Tank In-person Pitches
Today is the day the Shark Tank Finalists present their case to our panel of expert judges!
May
Wednesday May 13: Elevate: Franklin Business Series (Social Media Marketing)
Speaker: CEO of Pik'N'Mix, Merritt Watson
Discover how to turn followers into customers with smart, creative social media strategies that make your business stand out.
June
Friday June 12: Submissions closed for the 2026 Innovation Franklin Youth Shark Tank
July
Wednesday July 15: Innovation Franklin Youth Shark Tank In-person Pitches
Today is the day the Youth Shark Tank Finalists present their case to our panel of expert judges!
August
Wednesday August 5: Elevate: Franklin Business Series (Leadership)
Speaker: CEO of TPT Group, Mike Marr
Lead with confidence and inspire your team to succeed. Learn how purposeful leadership can drive performance, connection, and growth.
September
No events scheduled for this month
October
Wednesday October 14: Elevate: Franklin Business Series
Speaker to be confirmed
