Who We Are
YEA! is a groundbreaking program that empowers students to turn their ideas into fully formed businesses. Through a structured, hands-on curriculum, students develop business plans, pitch to investors, and bring their concepts to life.
Since its founding, YEA! has helped thousands of students across the country gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed to succeed in business and beyond.
What Students Experience
- Generate and refine real business ideas
- Write professional business plans
- Pitch to a panel of investors
- Launch and operate their own companies
- Compete at the YEA! National Competition
Our Impact
YEA! graduates leave the program with more than just a business—they gain confidence, leadership skills, financial literacy, and a real-world understanding of entrepreneurship. Many alumni continue to grow their businesses or pursue careers in business, innovation, and leadership.
National Competition
Each year, top student businesses from across the country advance to the YEA! National Competition, where they pitch live for the title of America’s Next Top Young Entrepreneur.
Our Mission
To empower students to become confident entrepreneurs and leaders through real-world business experiences.
