General Questions
Q: What is URGENCY?
URGENCY is a high-energy, action-driven 2-day educational summit designed for courageous educators, leaders, and change-makers committed to eliminating barriers and increasing opportunities for underserved students. Unlike traditional conferences, URGENCY fosters audience participation, deep collaboration, and real-world application to drive immediate and sustainable change.
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Q: When and where is URGENCY taking place?
URGENCY will be held on June 5-6, 2025, at The River Room, 605 Reynolds Street, Augusta, GA 30901, in beautiful downtown Augusta along the river.
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Q: Who should attend?
Educators, administrators, policymakers, community advocates, and nonprofit leaders who are committed to improving educational outcomes for traditionally underserved students.
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Q: What makes URGENCY different from other educational summits?
No passive listening—100% engagement. Attendees will actively participate in keynote discussions, panels, and solution-driven collaborations. Real action, not just inspiration. You will leave with clear strategies to implement immediately.
Ongoing support. After the summit, you’ll have access to professional learning hubs and continued collaboration through Aspirational Insights and URGENCY partners. Authentic connections. A networking reception will be held at the conclusion of each day to facilitate deeper engagement with fellow attendees and speakers. Sponsorship & Partnerships
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Sponsorship & Partnerships
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Q: Can my organization sponsor or support URGENCY?
Yes! We offer various sponsorship opportunities. For more information, contact: Natonia Tillman at ntillman@aspirationalinsights.com
Dennis Carpenter at dcarpenter@aspirationalinsights.com
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Registration & Attendance
Q: How do I register?
Register at www.aspirationalinsights.com/urgency-summit-event2025 or visit www.aspirationalinsights.com and click on URGENCY at the top of the page.
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Q: What is included in my registration?
Your registration provides access to:
All keynote and panel discussions
Networking receptions at the conclusion of each day
Breakfast items on Day 2
Full lunch on Day 2
Light refreshments throughout both days
Exclusive post-summit learning hubs for continued growth, development, and collaboration
Summit materials and resources
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Q: Are group discounts available?
Yes! Special pricing is available for groups of 8 or more. Contact Natonia Tillman at ntillman@aspirationalinsights.com for details.
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Q: What is the refund policy?
There are no refunds, but you may transfer your registration to another educator if you are unable to attend.
Q: What accommodations are available for attendees with disabilities? URGENCY is committed to accessibility. If you require accommodations, please indicate this during registration or contact Natonia Tillman ntillman@aspirationalinsights.com in advance.
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Summit Experience
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Q: What can I expect during the 2-day summit?
The URGENCY experience is designed for maximum engagement, featuring: Powerful keynote speakers sharing transformative insights
Dynamic panel discussions tackling real challenges in education Active audience participation—you won’t just listen, you’ll engage, collaborate, and strategize
On-site vendors offering resources, tools, goods, services, and partnerships
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Q: Are there workshops?
No, URGENCY does not include traditional workshops. The summit focuses on keynotes and panel discussions with high levels of audience participation.
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Q: How can I apply to speak or be a panelist?
If you are interested in speaking or being a panelist, email Natonia Tillman at ntillman@aspirationalinsights.com.
Q: Will there be video recordings or live streaming?
No. Video recording is not allowed, and there will be no live streaming options to ensure a confidential fully immersive and engaging in-person experience.
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Q: What should I wear?
The dress code is business casual, but we recommend comfortable attire as the summit is highly interactive.
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Q: What are the lodging and travel options?
Special rates are available at Augusta Marriott and Hyatt House Augusta Downtown. When booking, mention URGENCY2025.
Direct booking links are available at: www.aspirationalinsights.com/urgency summit-event2025.
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Q: Will vendors be on-site?
Yes! Vendors will be available throughout the summit, offering resources, tools, and solutions to support your work in education
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Post-Summit Engagement
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Q: What happens after the summit?
URGENCY is not just a two-day event—it’s a movement. After the summit, attendees will have access to:
Professional learning hubs for continued collaboration and strategy implementation
Networking opportunities with fellow attendees, speakers, and partners Ongoing resources and follow-up support from Aspirational Insights and URGENCY partners
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Q: How can I stay involved?
Stay connected through:
Post-summit follow-up sessions
Learning hubs and professional networks
Engagement with Aspirational Insights and URGENCY partners
Get ready to experience authenticity. URGENCY is more than an event—it’s a movement.