On Friday, May 20th, YouthBiz hosted the finale of our StartUp program for the students of Aspen Crossing Elementary School. The event took place at MSU Denver’s Science building as a culminating field trip for participating students. One hundred fifth grade students participated, all hoping to impress local business leaders with their business pitches and prototypes. Over ten days, the …
YouthBiz StartUp may look different this year, but the program is just as impactful. Just ask the eight students who recently participated in the program as part of their course work at Cherry Creek Innovation Campus (CCIC). Located on 40 acres near the Centennial airport, CCIC aims to revolutionize the student experience in college and career preparedness. The campus offers …
On March 10, 2020, Grant Beacon Middle School held its YouthBiz StartUp pitch competition. These competitions provide hands-on, real-life opportunities for Denver’s youth to put what they’ve learned in YouthBiz into practice. The pitch judges are community business partners who offer real, constructive advice to the students, giving them an extra sense of importance in their presentations and pride if …
On a recent Thursday evening, the “best of the best” youth entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas to a panel of judges. These 16 middle school students won top honors at their school’s Colorado Uplift YouthBiz StartUp pitch competition, and convened for the finals to compete for the top prize: $250. Their creativity and professionalism impressed judges and audience members alike! …