GRAND RAPIDS – The Teen Entrepreneur Summer Academy is a hands-on, interactive camp for West Michigan high school students to learn how to launch a business. Deadline application is May 16.
Our theme this year is Farm Agriculture. Academy participants will be exposed to the importance of networking (with students and professionals), target market research and idea generation during the business development process. The curriculum is based on the Career Pathways Program and National Entrepreneurship Education Standards.
A combination of brainstorming activities, teambuilding lessons and a field trip to an entrepreneurial center will supplement each student?s creative problem solving task. The final day concludes with a judged business pitch by each team. $1,000 in cash prizes will be awarded.
Reasons to Attend
Meet other creative young minds and make new friends
Field trips to local businesses, restaurants, farms, and incubators
Play with the latest tech gadgets like Google Glasses and 3D printers
Win $$$ and other prizes such as a mini iPad and Beats by Dr. Dre headphones
Learning Outcomes
Entrepreneurship Process
Market Niche
Organizational Structures
Marketing Plans
Management & Operational Plans
Financial Plans
Growth Summaries
How to Pitch
Registration Fee: $150
Includes
Breakfast
Lunch
Snacks
Field Trips
Possible Cash Prize: $1000
Applications due by May 16th.
Complete the application by clicking Here
