About
This teen entrepreneur launch program is a transformative experience for teenagers (ages 13–18) looking to turn their passions and natural talents into profitable businesses. This 12-week online program combines weekly group sessions, one-on-one mentoring, and hands-on guidance to help participants ideate, develop, and launch their businesses. At the end of the program, students will have a fully operational business showcased at the Children's Business Fair, complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate their launch. Each student recieves a mandatory business start-up kit which is included in the registration fee. See below for an overview of what is included in this kit: Business Start-Up Kit Includes: -Business Branding Materials -Licensing and Legal Support -Marketing Tools -Business Development Tools -Supplies & Resources -Learning Materials -Extras for Fair Participation Getting Started Checklist: Application: Submit an online application to share your goals, interests, and ideas for your future business. Interview: Meet with our program leaders to discuss your vision, passion, and readiness to commit to the journey. Pledge: Sign the Entrepreneur Pledge, committing to the program and the hard work it will take to succeed. Orientation: Attend a kickoff session to meet your cohort, learn program expectations, and set the foundation for your business idea. Key Outcomes: -Build a fully operational business. -Gain entrepreneurial skills such as marketing, budgeting, branding, and customer engagement. -Showcase your business at the Children's Business Fair with your very own vendor table and participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.