Edge of Innovation Youth Entrepreneurship Camp (Grades 9th-12th)

EDGE OF INNOVATION ENTREPRENEURSHIP CAMP (Grades 9th-12th)

This hands-on, creative camp focuses on entrepreneurship, building confidence and working as a team. Over the course of a week, campers will work on problem solving, public speaking and creativity skills, as well as learn the ins and outs of what it takes to start a business. Eventually campers build their own businesses, culminating in a presentation of their business ideas to a panel. They will also hear from community members and local business leaders.

Each camp participant will receive an ECC t-shirt, lunch daily, supplies for the class and a stipend.

Topics covered in this camp and skills developed will include a mix of the following, but are not limited to:  Business planning including feasibility analysis, marketing, sales, operations & finance  Problem solving & creative thinking  Time management & meeting deadlines  Team building & negotiation  Professionalism & presentation skills These sessions are very interactive and hands on to promote maximum engagement and learning.

Proposed Agenda:

Monday: Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Banker Presentation, Team Building, Select Business Ideas, Team Selections

Tuesday: Introduction to Marketing, Customer Profiles, Promotion Strategy, Unique Selling Proposition, Guest Speakers, Team Work

Wednesday: Introduction to Finance, Start-up Costs, Personal Budgets, Breakeven Analysis, Team Building Exercise, Team Work

Thursday: Introduction to Business Operations, Finalize Presentations, Practice Sessions, Pitches, Awards and Certificate Presentations

Each camp participant will receive a certificate upon completion of the Edge of Innovation Entrepreneurship Camp!

Space is limited to 15 students!

PLEASE NOTE: As long as the participant is still under the age of 18, the parent or guardian should use their information to register below. After registering, someone from ECC SBC will email you a form where we will collect your child's proper information.