Young Founders: Boss Moves
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Young Founders: Boss Moves with MPL Entrepreneur-in-Residence Angelique Sharpe
Am I Ready to Be My Own Boss? (Ages 13-17)
Monday, July 6, 12:30-2:30 pm
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St.
Did you know there is no age limit to becoming an entrepreneur? If you are a teen with a big idea, talent, or hustle mindset, now is the time to learn what it takes to start a business. Explore how to turn your creativity, skills, and interests into real opportunities for the future. Be sure to stay until the end. Networking time will be available after each workshop. Be ready to connect! No registration required. Light lunch provided.
Speaker Bios:
Elijah Braxton is a 16-year-old entrepreneur and owner of a trash bin cleaning business that helps customers keep their bins clean, sanitized, and odor-free. A JrPreneur participant in ProsperME Inc.’s ProsperUS Career & Enterprise Collaborative, Elijah has developed strong skills in responsibility, discipline, and customer service through his entrepreneurial journey. Outside of business, he enjoys playing basketball and staying active. He plans to continue growing his business while exploring future opportunities to serve his community and country through a career in the United States Army.
Charlize "DJ Tootie" is a 16-year-old DJ, beat maker, designer, and visual artist who has become one of Milwaukee's rising young entertainers. A high school junior with a 3.3 GPA, she is one of Milwaukee's youngest Core DJs, performing at festivals, community events, nonprofits, and venues across the city while continuing to grow her creative career. Through music and mentorship, DJ Tootie inspires other young people to discover their gifts, build confidence, and create opportunities for themselves.
Boss Moves for Young Founders (Ages 18-24)
Monday, July 20, 12:30-2:30 pm
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St.
Did you know that ages 18–24 are the prime time to bet on yourself? Whether you have a business idea, already run a side hustle, or started something and need help taking it to the next level, this workshop will help you learn real ways to build income, get legit, connect to resources, and create something that’s yours. Your future doesn’t have to wait. No registration required. Light lunch provided!
Free and open to all. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request. Contact the City of Milwaukee ADA Coordinator, 414-286-3475 or [email protected] no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event.
Am I Ready to Be My Own Boss? (Ages 13-17)
Monday, July 6, 12:30-2:30 pm
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St.
Did you know there is no age limit to becoming an entrepreneur? If you are a teen with a big idea, talent, or hustle mindset, now is the time to learn what it takes to start a business. Explore how to turn your creativity, skills, and interests into real opportunities for the future. Be sure to stay until the end. Networking time will be available after each workshop. Be ready to connect! No registration required. Light lunch provided.
Speaker Bios:
Elijah Braxton is a 16-year-old entrepreneur and owner of a trash bin cleaning business that helps customers keep their bins clean, sanitized, and odor-free. A JrPreneur participant in ProsperME Inc.’s ProsperUS Career & Enterprise Collaborative, Elijah has developed strong skills in responsibility, discipline, and customer service through his entrepreneurial journey. Outside of business, he enjoys playing basketball and staying active. He plans to continue growing his business while exploring future opportunities to serve his community and country through a career in the United States Army.
Charlize "DJ Tootie" is a 16-year-old DJ, beat maker, designer, and visual artist who has become one of Milwaukee's rising young entertainers. A high school junior with a 3.3 GPA, she is one of Milwaukee's youngest Core DJs, performing at festivals, community events, nonprofits, and venues across the city while continuing to grow her creative career. Through music and mentorship, DJ Tootie inspires other young people to discover their gifts, build confidence, and create opportunities for themselves.
Boss Moves for Young Founders (Ages 18-24)
Monday, July 20, 12:30-2:30 pm
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St.
Did you know that ages 18–24 are the prime time to bet on yourself? Whether you have a business idea, already run a side hustle, or started something and need help taking it to the next level, this workshop will help you learn real ways to build income, get legit, connect to resources, and create something that’s yours. Your future doesn’t have to wait. No registration required. Light lunch provided!
Free and open to all. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request. Contact the City of Milwaukee ADA Coordinator, 414-286-3475 or [email protected] no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event.
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Where is it happening?
Milwaukee Public Library (Villard Square Branch), 3431 W Villard Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53209-4709, United States, Glendale
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Host or PublisherMilwaukee Public Library
