3-Days: January 18-20, 2026
Learn in Luxury
Ocean views + golden hour networking. The VEA Newport Beach sets the stage for clarity: so you can reset, learn, and return to your brand refreshed.
Build, Learn
& Collaborate IRL
300+ founders, brand owners & execs meet & collab in a curated networking experience featuring Main Stage Sessions, Breakouts, Content Creation Pods, Lounges and Social Events
Content Creation Pods
Only at Amplify, your Summit ticket also doubles as a content creation pass in our Content Pods
Step inside the Pods and walk out with professional headshots, UGC videos, podcast interviews, and collabs with fellow founders. It’s thousands of dollars in free content baked right into your ticket, no extra cost.
More than a photo op, the Pods are where strategy meets storytelling. Founders leave with assets they can post tomorrow, partnerships that last beyond the Summit, and content that scales as fast as their ideas.
Curated Socials & Golden Hour Connections
Some of the best moments happen as the sun sets on a power-packed day.
Amplify’s socials and dinners are designed to spark the kind of conversations you can’t script. From the Kickoff Social to curated golden hour happy-hours and the Epic Ending Party, you’ll find yourself swapping stories, clinking glasses, and turning new connections into lasting friendships.
These aren’t 'networking mixers'—they’re curated, high-energy gatherings where founders show up as themselves and leave with connections that stick.
The amplify effect
Turning Ideas into Impact
“After attending the 'How To Actually Scale FB Ads' breakout session, we learned we were paying WAY too timidly & leaving hundreds of thousands of dollars (even millions) on the table. We took the lessons we learned in that session & it resulted in over $1M in additional revenue in Q4."
Austin Maxwell
Co-Founder
Shark Tank Alumni, Season 10
After attending the TikTok panel at the reunion and also seeing the success another brand that attended had with their post I decided to give it a go! So I posted this video on TikTok and it got 15.5 MILLION views and resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars in sales and counting!"
Tammy Rant
Co-Founder, Tush Baby
Shark Tank Alumni, Season 11
Wow. Just wow. We just wrapped up Amplify Austin, and I'm still processing the energy, inspiration, & game-changing insights from that room. The speaker lineup? Next level. This wasn't just about being inspired-it was about being equipped to grow, lead, collaborate, & build with purpose. Grateful for every conversation & connection!
Nichole Munoz
Co-Founder, EZ Bombs
+ TikTok Shop Rockstar
The final agenda is subject to change and will be confirmed two weeks prior to the event.
The Agenda
VEA Newport Beach Resort & Spa
900 Newport Center Drive,
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
4:30-6:30 pm | Early Check-in + Pick up your badge at Riviera Registration Desk
Arriving early? Head straight to the Kickoff Social, grab your badge, and jump right in. Early arrivals can enjoy happy hour from 5:00–6:00 PM, including a complimentary drink as you settle in and start connecting.4:30–9:00 PM | Opening Night Kickoff Social at Marea Terrace + Lawn
The Summit officially kicks off on the terrace and lawn as the space comes alive. Enjoy drinks, music, and outdoor games with a Ping Pong + Cornhole Tournament — casual, competitive, and a guaranteed way to break the ice and meet fellow founders.
Open Bar with Cocktails & Mocktails during happy hour from 5:00 - 6:00 PM
4:30-9:00 pm | Content Creation PODs at Marea
Prefer something creative? Grab your badge at check-in and then step into the Content Pods to create, connect, and collaborate. Whether you’re filming an interview, getting a headshot done, networking with other creators or capturing fresh content, this is your time to engage, explore, and expand your content library before the sessions even begin.7:00 am | Wellness Activities
Start the Summit with intention. Choose from different ways to reset your mind and body — whether it’s a group run, meetup at the gym, or another wellness option, you’ll step into Day 1 clear and energized.
8:30 am | Breakfast on Riviera LawnFuel up and connect. Grab coffee, a light breakfast, and settle in with founders before the kickoff.
9:30 am | Main Stage Kickoff at Riviera BallroomThe Summit officially begins. Hear from our keynote speaker and dive into founder-first panels packed with real strategies, stories, playbooks, and lessons learned.
12:20 pm | Lunch & Networking on Riviera Lawn
Join us on the lawn for lunch and enjoy the SoCal breeze while connecting with fellow founders. The perfect midday reset to recharge before the afternoon sessions.
1:20 pm | Main Stage Panels Continue at Riviera Ballroom
Back to the stage for more founder-led insights. Expect tactical sessions, big stories, and ideas you can take straight back to your brand.
3:30 pm | Attendees Choose:
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Content Creation Pods → open to capture pro headshots, UGC, collabs, & more (last chance to snag free content. Pods close for good today at 6pm) in Marea
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Roundtables → explore resources, meet sponsors, and network with fellow founders in Marea.
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Refunnel Lounge → interview & get content, network with fellow founders in Monaco.
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Surf Shop is Open → redeem your tickets for swag!
5:00 pm | Happy Hour starts on the Marea Terrace
Close out Day 1 with golden-hour drinks and casual conversation overlooking Newport Beach.
Open Bar from 5:00 - 6:00 PM
6:00 pm | Day 2 Concludes, PODs Close for the remainder of the event.
Special Events (requires a separate invite)
7:00pm | Speaker & VIP Dinner
An exclusive dinner experience for Summit speakers, panelists, VIPs, and select sponsors. A way to honor their time and insights while fostering meaningful conversations beyond the stage.-
8:00 am | Breakfast on Riviera Lawn
Fuel up and connect. Grab coffee, a light breakfast, and settle in with founders before the kickoff.
9:00 am | Main Stage, Shark Tank Alumni Masterclass & Expert Panels in Riviera BallroomWe open the day with the highly anticipated Shark Tank Alumni Masterclass, where alumni share the exact strategies fueling their growth today. Then, expert panels take the stage with even more founder-first lessons you can take back to your own playbook.
12:10 pm | Lunch & Networking on Sunset Lawn
Join us on the lawn for lunch and enjoy the SoCal breeze while connecting with fellow founders. The perfect midday reset to recharge before the afternoon sessions.
1:30 pm | Brand Intensives on Main Stage + Breakout Rooms
Following lunch, Brand Intensives kick off — giving you the chance to choose the sessions that best fit your brand’s next stage. These breakout conversations go beyond surface-level advice, diving into real strategies being used right now to scale. From creator growth and retail expansion to retention, AI, leadership, fundraising, and brand-building, each session delivers tactical takeaways you can put to work immediately.
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Refunnel Lounge + Surf Shop Open in Monaco
Last chance to snag your swag & turn in your Amplify Tickets.
Special Events (requires a separate invite)
7:30pm | Shark Tank Alumni-Only Reunion VIP Dinner & Party
Special Events (open to all)
7:30 pm | Epic Party
The Epic Ending Party is where golden-hour conversations turn into late-night memories, and the connections built all day get sealed on the dance floor. Business cards tucked away, stories get bigger, and the Amplify community feels more like family.
What Attendees Are Saying
Words of Wisdom
and meet some of our industry-leading
SPONSORS & BRAND MAVERICKS
Our Mission
At Amplify, we’re redefining how founders connect, learn, and grow. Traditional networking events can feel transactional, cliquish, or full of sales pitches. We’re changing that. Our curated, founder-led experiences blend high-impact learning, genuine connections, and interactive content in a dynamic, authentic environment. Set in high-end, immersive venues, entrepreneurs gain real strategies and meet like-minded innovators to amplify their brand, mind and network to the next level.