GJ Chamber of Commerce YEA!
Recruiting Students Now! Applications Close in November
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a year-long program that teaches middle and high school students how to start and run their own REAL businesses. Over the course of the program, students brainstorm ideas, write business plans, interact with local businesses and leaders, pitch their ideas to real local investors “Shark Tank” style, obtain start-up funding and participate in a trade show. Each year, a winner is chosen from the Investor Panel to compete at the national YEA! Competition in May, where they have the opportunity to secure scholarships as well.The program will begin early January and run with weekly classes (mix of lesson plans, hands-on training, guest speakers and field trips) through mid-May.
Follow these links to learn more!
YEA! Facebook Page
YEA! Video
YEA! Application