On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the Dfree Global Foundation, led by Dr. DeForest B. Soaries Jr., will host FinFe$T 2025 at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) in Newark. This free, high-energy event aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to achieve financial stability while emphasizing the importance of health.
Event Details:
• Date & Time: Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Location: NJIT Campus Center, 150 Bleeker Street, Newark, NJ
Highlights of FinFe$T 2025:
• Masterclass: How to Invest in Real Estate: Learn strategies to become a successful real estate investor and developer.
• Masterclass: Who Wants to Be an Entrepreneur? Monetize Your Creativity: Guided by Tara Griggs-Magee, discover how to turn creative ideas into profitable ventures.
• Masterclass: All Things AI: Explore the impact of artificial intelligence on business and personal finances.
• Workshop: What Everyone Should Know About Investing and Insurance: Presented by Prudential Financial, understand the fundamentals of investing and insurance.
• Workshop: How to Get Out of Debt and Stay Out: Strategies for achieving and maintaining a debt-free life.
• Workshop: Mastering Social Security and Medicare: Insights into Social Security, Medicare, and how to avoid common scams.
• Workshop: How to Become a Dfree® Leader: Learn about the Dfree® movement and how to get involved.
Special Features:
• One-on-One Financial Coaching: Prudential Financial experts will provide personalized financial guidance.
• Health Screenings: RWJBarnabas Health will offer over 10 free health screenings, highlighting the connection between financial and physical well-being.
• Fireside Chat: Karen Hunter, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, will join Dr. Soaries for a discussion on current events, education, and empowerment.
Community Impact:
FinFe$T 2025 aligns with Newark’s commitment to building stronger, healthier, and financially empowered communities. The event is designed for individuals, families, and entrepreneurs seeking to improve their financial literacy and health. Programming will also be available for children under 18, with support from organizations like Jack and Jill of Essex County.
FinFe$T 2025 is free and open to the public. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. To register and download the event app, visit the Whova event page.
