Sponsored by Camp Destination Innovation.
Camp Destination Innovation, in partnership with NetWork Kansas, is holding its 4th annual Kansas Youth Virtual Entrepreneurship Challenge. This event is designed to engage Kansas students in grades K-12, sparking innovation and self-confidence. With students participating from across the state, this is an excellent way for young entrepreneurs to practice their skills and compete for cash prizes!
According to Marquetta Atkins-Woods, Founder and Executive Director of Destination Innovation, “Our virtual competition brings together students and judges representing the entire state, from rural and urban communities, from kindergartners just starting out all the way up to seniors getting ready to graduate. It’s incredible and inspiring to see the creativity and heart these young entrepreneurs put into their business ideas. Our judges always tell us how much fun they have watching the video pitches.”
What is the Challenge?
We invite all Kansas youth to take part in this fun competition. Think of a new business idea, make a 3-5 minute video pitch about it, and upload it to the competition page on VentureDash before October 15th. Then be on the lookout for the announcement of winners on October 24th. Whether you are brand new to entrepreneurship or a seasoned young business owner, you don’t want to miss this chance to show off your creative pitching skills and compete for cash prizes!
The virtual competition will utilize VentureDash, NetWork Kansas’ online competition platform. Submissions are open now through October 15th, with judging taking place the week of October 16th and winners announced on October 24th.
Who is Eligible?
The competition has three divisions – elementary, middle school, and high school. Participants must submit a 3-5 minute video pitch on VentureDash by October 15th describing their business idea and plan. Each division is limited to the first 25 participants who complete the submission process.
The top competitors in each division earn the following cash prizes:
Elementary:
1st Place- $300
2nd Place -$150
3rd Place-$100
Middle School:
1st place -$500
2nd Place- $250
3rd Place – $150
High School:
1st Place-$1,000
2nd Place-$350
3rd Place- $250
How to Enter
To enter, visit the competition page on Venture Dash and register as an entrepreneur, then register your business. Visit the Camp Destination Innovation website and Facebook page for more information, and contact us with any questions at [email protected].
Marquetta Atkins-Woods is the Founder and Executive Director of Destination Innovation, a hub for youth leadership development in Wichita, KS. Marquetta has dedicated her career to ensuring that young people are equipped with the tools for a better future. Marquetta’s passion for youth development is rooted in her conviction that youth are the change-makers we need for the transformation of our communities, both today and in the future.
