Young Entrepreneurs Business Week will take place July 19th-25th, 2009. Students who participate in YEBW are better prepared to successfully transition to higher education, enter the work force, and become successful entrepreneurs and business people in a global marketplace.
We are making an effort to mail information to teachers, counselors and administrators of Oregon’s public, private, parochial and charter schools. We know you are dedicated to providing your students with the best educational opportunities possible. If you are interested in receiving a packet of information please contact us or download any documents you want from our website. We have ambitious goals and need your help to reach the students and families.
Young Entrepreneurs Business Week (YEBW) is about:
- Entrepreneurship
- Financial Literacy
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Competition
- Friendship
- College life
- And so much more!
Participants experience what it is actually like to be an entrepreneur in today's exciting business world. Students are assigned to a "company" with 10-12 high school students from Oregon. Under the leadership of their elected CEO, each company develops an imaginary business venture from the ground up. From researching and writing business plans to competing in the exciting Emerging Entrepreneur Business Plan Competition, students make connections between what they are learning and their own real-world experiences and ambitions. Students work one-on-one with numerous business professionals throughout the program, gaining priceless insight into the world of business and experiencing what it means to be a valuable, productive member of the work force.
While their Company Advisor guides them throughout the entire week, students also work with financial, marketing and business experts. In addition, they have the opportunity to speak with some of Oregon’s most influential business executives during general assemblies and small group workshops. Most importantly, business professionals provide students with the knowledge, skills and support they need to succeed long after they leave the program.
Hosted on the campus of the
University of Portland, YEBW enables students to prepare for their future after high school and explore higher education opportunities. Students:
- Experience life on a college campus (e.g. stay in dorms, eat cafeteria food and use recreation facilities)
- Have the chance to speak with university personnel about majors, and college and career options
- Meet hundreds of new people and make new friends
- Strengthen college applications
- Build their resume
A curriculum is available to help you determine if your district may provide:
- 1/2 elective credit
- Hours toward an internship requirement
- Recognition through awards ceremonies
Young Entrepreneurs Business Week is primarily promoted with the help of loyal teachers, counselors and administrators. We need your help in distributing applications, following up with students, making school announcements, writing articles for your school newspaper, and supporting other promotional initiatives. There is no limit in the number of students that may attend from your school.
Contact Us to learn more about how you can help, have your name added to our mailing list, and to request applications.
Student Application
Students Guide To Community Fundraising
Financial Aid Application
Code of Conduct
Week at a Glance