DEVELOP - UNLOCK - FUEL - EMPOWER
the next generation of entrepreneurs.
DEVELOP -
UNLOCK - FUEL
- EMPOWER
the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Why the START SMART program?
We are committed to fostering creativity, innovation, and critical thinking in young minds, laying the foundation for their future success as business leaders.
We envision a future where young minds are empowered with entrepreneurial thinking from an early age. We believe that by cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, we can equip the leaders of tomorrow with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the dynamic world of business.
Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship
The START SMART Youth Entrepreneurship Program is not just a learning experience; it’s an opportunity to step into the real world of entrepreneurship with the right support and resources at your disposal.
Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship
The START SMART Youth Entrepreneurship Program is not just a learning experience; it’s an opportunity to step into the real world of entrepreneurship with the right support and resources at your disposal.
Expert Mentors Who Are Business Leaders and Owners
Our mentors are accomplished local business leaders and entrepreneurs. With their wealth of real-world experience, they are uniquely qualified to provide your student with invaluable insights, mentorship, and practical knowledge drawn from the business world’s front lines.
Expert Mentors Who Are Business Leaders and Owners
Our mentors are accomplished local business leaders and entrepreneurs. With their wealth of real-world experience, they are uniquely qualified to provide your student with invaluable insights, mentorship, and practical knowledge drawn from the business world’s front lines.
More Than Education, It’s an Opportunity
Choosing the START SMART program isn’t just about giving a student education; it’s about unlocking a world complete with opportunities, knowledge, and essential skills. The experiences and lessons gathered from the program are designed to serve them well in any field they choose to explore in the future.
More Than Education, It’s an Opportunity
Choosing the START SMART program isn’t just about giving a student education; it’s about unlocking a world complete with opportunities, knowledge, and essential skills. The experiences and lessons gathered from the program are designed to serve them well in any field they choose to explore in the future.
Stipends & Cash Awards
All participants in the program will receive a stipend to acknowledge their dedication and hard work. To foster a spirit of healthy competition and reward exceptional business insight, we are hosting a pitch competition where winners will be granted an additional cash award. This seed money is designed to be invested directly into their budding business or business idea, encouraging participation while also rewarding excellence and innovation.
Stipends & Cash Awards
All participants in the program will receive a stipend to acknowledge their dedication and hard work. To foster a spirit of healthy competition and reward exceptional business insight, we are hosting a pitch competition where winners will be granted an additional cash award. This seed money is designed to be invested directly into their budding business or business idea, encouraging participation while also rewarding excellence and innovation.
The
Curriculum
MODULES
Boss Up from the Ground Up:
Entrepreneurship 101
Gettin’ to the Bag:
Building Your Business Hustle
Brand Bosses:
Creating Your Business Identity
Keepin’ It Real:
Ethics in Business
Money Moves:
Securing Financing for Your Business
Legally Lit:
Navigating the Legal Landscape of Business
Financial Flex:
Navigating Business Finance with Ease
Pitch Perfect:
Mastering the Art of the Business
ROOTED IN THE MAGIC CITY
Red Mountain Theater
Our program takes place in the vibrant and inspiring setting of Red Mountain Theater. This creative environment fosters innovation and encourages out-of-the-box thinking, providing the perfect backdrop for your student’s entrepreneurial journey.
Red Mountain Theater
Our program takes place in the vibrant and inspiring setting of Red Mountain Theater. This creative environment fosters innovation and encourages out-of-the-box thinking, providing the perfect backdrop for your student’s entrepreneurial journey.
The BJCC
The culmination of our program is an exhilarating pitch competition scheduled for February 12, 2024, at 5:00 pm at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC). This event offers your student the opportunity to showcase their entrepreneurial ideas and skills to a wider audience, providing a taste of the real-world entrepreneurial experience.
The BJCC
The culmination of our program is an exhilarating pitch competition scheduled for February 12, 2024, at 5:00 pm at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC). This event offers your student the opportunity to showcase their entrepreneurial ideas and skills to a wider audience, providing a taste of the real-world entrepreneurial experience.
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