With the country still in an economic crisis, Grammy Award singer/songwriter Ne-Yo is doing his part by offering support to aspiring entrepreneurs with “Future CEO Academy,” an intense three day entrepreneurship boot camp. Ne-Yo’s nonprofit Compound Foundation in conjunction with 100 Urban Entrepreneurs will host fifty students between the ages of thirteen to eighteen at Clark Atlanta University for the training.
“[It’s] a tall order for a three-day conference, but I can think of nowhere more appropriate and no team more capable than the faculty at the Clark Atlanta University School of Business. They have the intellect, the expertise, the experience and the right access,” states Ne-Yo, founder of Compound Foundation.
The students were preselected from the Georgia Department of Human Services within the state’s foster care system and group homes.The opportunity for the youth provide tools for them to be in position for success, Compound Foundation’s Executive Director Khalilah Abdul-Baqi says, “First, we want to empower students who, too often, are labeled and subjugated as powerless.”
During the “Future CEO Academy” students will have seminars on entrepreneurial fundamentals, business plan development, business creation strategies, business management, intellectual property law, idea pitching and business promoting and presentation skills. In addition, students will participate in a business pitch competition sponsored by 100 Urban Entrepreneurs, who will award $10,000 to invest in the students business venture.
Ne-Yo and 100 Urban Entrepreneurs are teaming up to offer Atlanta residents an incredible opportunity. This innovative new program provides training, resources, and investment money for entrepreneurs in the city – giving them a chance to succeed like never before. It’s an exciting development that could change the lives of many people living in Atlanta!
For potential business owners in the area, this is a tremendous opportunity. With the help of Ne-Yo and his partners, they can access invaluable knowledge and support while also receiving financial backing from investors who believe in their product or service. They’ll have everything they need to make their dreams into reality.
This groundbreaking initiative could be life changing for those involved. From start-up businesses getting off the ground with investor capital to experienced entrepreneurs looking for mentorship and guidance—this partnership between Ne-Yo and 100 Urban Entrepreneurs offers something for everyone. Keep reading to learn more about how it works!
Overview Of Initiative
This initiative, launched by Ne-Yo and 100 Urban Entrepreneurs, is an opportunity to help entrepreneurs in Atlanta reach their goals. It provides them with both training and investment money. This allows those interested in becoming business owners the chance to learn what they need while obtaining the funding necessary for success.
The program consists of a five-month course that covers essential topics such as legal structure, marketing strategies, financial planning and accounting basics. Participants also receive access to mentors from within the local community who offer advice on running businesses and achieving success. The final part of this training includes a pitch event where participants can present their ideas to potential investors.
In addition to providing education resources, this project offers up to $25,000 in startup capital for each entrepreneur accepted into the program. This gives individuals the ability to turn their dreams into reality with support from experienced professionals and qualified investors. By giving entrepreneurs knowledge and resources needed to launch successful businesses, this initiative helps create jobs in Atlanta’s economy while empowering people to realize their ambitions.
Details Of Program
This program provides a comprehensive approach to helping entrepreneurs in Atlanta reach their goals. It is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and resources to launch successful businesses that can make an impact on the city’s economy. Here are some of the details surrounding this initiative:
The course runs for five months, covering topics such as legal structure, marketing strategies, financial planning and accounting basics. Participants also receive access to mentors who provide advice on running businesses and achieving success. At the end of the training period, there will be a pitch event where accepted entrepreneurs have an opportunity to present their ideas to potential investors.
In addition to providing educational resources, Ne-Yo and 100 Urban Entrepreneurs offer accepted individuals up to $25,000 in startup capital. This gives them the ability to turn their dreams into reality with support from experienced professionals and qualified investors. The goal is not only to help create jobs in Atlanta’s economy but also empower people by giving them what they need to pursue their ambitions.
Conclusion
We are excited to bring this amazing opportunity to the people of Atlanta. With ne-yo and 100 urban entrepreneurs offering training and investment money, we have a chance to create an entirely new generation of successful business owners in our city.
This program is specifically tailored for those who may not have had access to capital or resources before. It gives us a way to invest in ourselves, as well as help others do the same. We can all take part in creating something bigger than ourselves.
So let’s get out there and make it happen! Let’s use this initiative as an example of how powerful collaboration can be when everyone has the same vision: success through entrepreneurship. Together, we will build a brighter future for our community—one where everyone has a chance at achieving their dreams.
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