FREE Wake County Youth Entrepreneurship Program
Schedule
Fri Aug 15 2025 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Somerset Building | Raleigh, NC
About this Event
Are you a teen with a business idea? Ready to turn your hustle into a real business? Join us for the Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP) Bootcamp, a FREE 6-week experience designed just for youth ages 13 to 19 in Wake County, North Carolina who want to build, launch, and grow their own business.
Program Kickoff Details
📅 Date: Friday, August 15, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
📍 Location: Somerset Building, 4401 Bland Road, Raleigh, NC
🍴 Lunch Provided
👨👩👧👦 Parents/Guardians are welcome to attend the kickoff session!
What to Expect
Over 6 weeks, selected youth entrepreneurs will receive:
- Step-by-step training on how to start and grow a business
- Hands-on mentorship from real entrepreneurs and business coaches
- Opportunities to pitch their business ideas
- Business tools, templates, and guidance
Topics Include
- Branding & Marketing
- Research & Product Development
- Sales & Social Media Strategy
- Pitching Your Business Like a Pro
- How to Get Customers (Even with $0!)
- Real Stories from Teen Entrepreneurs
Who Should Apply
This program is for motivated teens (13–19 years old) who:
- Live in Wake County, NC
- Have a business idea OR want to start one
- Are ready to learn, grow, and take action
- Can commit to the full 6-week program
Space is Limited!
Only 20–25 youth will be accepted into this bootcamp. Don’t miss your chance to build your dream business with support, mentorship, and community
What Happens After Registration?
Once you register:
- You'll receive a confirmation email
- We’ll follow up with next steps and the full bootcamp schedule
- A parent/guardian will be asked to sign a participation consent form
Questions?
Contact us at [email protected]
👟 Let’s build your brand. Your way. Starting now.
Where is it happening?
Somerset Building, 4401 Bland Road, Raleigh, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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