Youth Entrepreneur Program

Teens Who Mean Business

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Kidz N Biz

Presented in partnership with NextUp, Kidz N Biz nurtures the next generation of innovators and changemakers.

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Teens Who Mean Business SHARK TANK

Teens Who Mean Business Shark Tank is a pitch competition for high school students. Participants present their business ideas to a panel of professionals and entrepreneurs for the opportunity to earn cash awards that can help launch or grow their ventures.

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MBL Jr. Entrepreneur Club

The MBL Jr. Entrepreneur Club provides ongoing mentorship, education, and hands-on experience for middle and high school students interested in entrepreneurship.

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Entrepreneurship Tour Stop

Entrepreneurship Tour Stop introduces students in grades 9–12 who are enrolled in Career and Technical Education courses to entrepreneurship in action.

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Remarkable Girl’s Luncheons

The MBL Foundation, in partnership with local businesses, Remarkable Girls Luncheons inspire high school girls to think entrepreneurially, pursue their goals, and envision themselves as leaders in business

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Girls Who Mean Business Summit

The Girls Who Mean Business Summit is an inspiring one-day conference for high school juniors and seniors from area public schools.

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RVA Linkup For Teens Who Mean Business

RVA LinkUp gives high school students a positive, enriching introduction to entrepreneurship and career readiness. Participants connect with small businesses and community partners to experience what it is like to work as an entrepreneur or business professional

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Youth N Construction / Boys N Construction

Youth N Construction / Boys N Construction is a half-day mentoring and workforce-development experience for high school students.

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Boys N Business Summit

The Boys N Business Summit is a one-day experience for male students in grades 9–12 who are interested in art, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

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Richmond Children’s Business Fair

In partnership with the Youth Business Exchange, the Richmond Children’s Business Fair empowers young entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their products and services to the public.

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BizTech!

BizTech! helps students build functional websites while developing practical technology, cybersecurity, and business skills. With mentorship and support, participants create online platforms that strengthen their business presence, technical confidence, and digital literacy.

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Women Who Mean Business Summit

The Women Who Mean Business Summit is a full-day professional-development and networking conference for women entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals ready to advance their careers and businesses.

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Women In Construction

Women in Construction celebrates women’s contributions to the construction industry and creates opportunities for connection, learning, and professional growth.

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Incredible Men’s Breakfast

The Incredible Men’s Breakfast celebrates the contributions of men making a positive impact in local and national communities, including the corporate and business sectors.

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MBL Awards Dinner & Reception

The MBL Awards Dinner & Reception recognizes small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses in the Greater Richmond region whose work has made an exceptional impact on the business community

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