Young and In Business students

Empowering Black youth through business, confidence, and ownership

Young and In Business is a real program with real student impact.

Built To Thrive gives youth ages 14–19 hands-on entrepreneurship education through mentorship, business planning, branding, leadership development, and a final Shark Tank style presentation.

Ages 14–19
Youth-centered experience
10–12 Weeks
Structured curriculum
$150
Current program price
Hands-On
Planning, branding, pitching
Built To Thrive logo

Built To Thrive

A business curriculum curated for Black youth in Philadelphia to reach their full potential. This program showcases entrepreneurship education, collects enrollments, and connects families directly with program leadership.

About the Program

Young and In Business helps students strengthen confidence, leadership, communication, and ownership while learning how entrepreneurship works in real life.

Students are introduced to goal setting, business concepts, branding, networking, professionalism, and presentation skills in a way that feels relevant, affirming, and practical.

This is more than a class. It is a pathway for students to believe in their ideas, build them out, and present them boldly.

Program Highlights

  • Entrepreneurship and business basics
  • Brand building and marketing
  • Business plan development
  • Mentorship and teamwork
  • Final Shark Tank style presentation
  • Ideal for schools and youth organizations

Program in Action

Students in classroom circle discussion
Interactive class discussions that build confidence and voice
Instructor teaching students
Workshop-style teaching that feels engaging and personal
Students working together at a desk
Hands-on learning, planning, and collaboration
Student holding paperwork and smiling

Ownership in action

The program is designed to move students from ideas to action, helping them understand the real steps involved in building something of their own.

Group of young women smiling together

Community and connection

Students learn in a supportive environment that encourages growth, teamwork, and meaningful connection with peers and mentors.

Enroll a Student

Complete this form to express interest in the Young and In Business program. Submissions are collected through Netlify Forms and sent directly to your dashboard.

Pair your enrollment with the program fee payment below.

Book the program or ask a question

Use this site to introduce schools, organizations, and families to your program. It can be expanded with a booking calendar, automated email replies, or a student portal.

Contact

Website
www.builttothrive20.com
Instagram
@builttothrive_llc
Program
Young and In Business