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Young & Bold Kids CEO Camp

Building Young Leaders, One Business at a Time

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Welcome to the Future of Black Business

Young & Bold: Kids CEO Camp is Ottawa’s first culturally-rooted entrepreneurship bootcamp created specifically for Black and racialized youth. Spanning 3 impactful days, youth ages 12–18 will step into their own leadership journey, explore what it means to own a business, and walk away with the confidence and skills to launch something real.

This is a movement, not just a program. It seeks to incite in young participants the power of imagination, the tools to build, and an appreciation of community. Whether your child has a business idea or is just exploring possibilities, this camp will ignite their potential.

Why This Camp Matters

Black children and youth are bold, innovative, and full of talent, but less often see themselves reflected in business spaces. According to recent national studies:

  • Only 2.6% of Black youth report having access to entrepreneurship mentors.
  • Less than 5% of youth-focused entrepreneurship programs in Ontario are culturally tailored.
  • Nearly 70% of Black teens say they want to start a business, but don’t know how.

Jaku Konbit is stepping up to change that. With 25+ years of youth development experience, we are launching a camp where culture, business, and confidence merge.

What Youth Will Experience

  • Discover the power of entrepreneurship
  • Learn how to turn an idea into a business
  • Build a business plan, budget, and brand
  • Use AI and social media to market like a pro
  • Learn from Black entrepreneurs, mentors, and CEOs
  • Pitch their idea in front of a panel and win prizes!

Camp Mission

To empower Black youth to lead in life and business by building their confidence, creativity, and critical thinking, while giving them practical tools to design, fund, and grow their very own businesses.

Program Breakdown:

DAY 1: BOSS MINDSET ACTIVATION

Tuesday, July 29 | In-Person

  • What’s a business & what’s your big idea?
  • Identify real-world problems and how to solve them
  • Branding your business + logo creation
  • Learn to price your product/service
  • Begin building your personal business plan
    Bonus: Q&A with young Black entrepreneurs

DAY 2: BLUEPRINT BUILDING (VIRTUAL)

 Thursday, July 31 | Online (Zoom)

  • Learn how to pitch your idea
  • Design a marketing plan (socials, AI tools, flyers)
  • Understand startup costs and budgeting
  • Mentorship breakouts with business leaders

DAY 3: THE CEO SHOWCASE

 Saturday, August 2 | In-Person

  • Final pitch prep and confidence boost
  • Present your business to a panel of friendly judges
  • Celebrate achievements with snacks, certificates & prizes
  • Group photos + access to BYEI Youth Business Club

What You'll Leave With

  • A refined business concept or prototype
  • A completed business plan or Lean Canvas
  • Professional pitch deck and public speaking practice
  • Industry connections and real-world mentorship
  • Eligibility for grants, internships, and partner accelerators

Who Should Sign Up?

  • Youth aged 12–18 who have a business idea (or want one)
  • Young dreamers, creators, techies, and side hustlers
  • Kids who are ready to lead, not just follow
  • Parents looking to build entrepreneurial values in their kids early

What’s Included:

  • BYEI Kids CEO Workbook (digital & print)
  • 3-day access to mentorship, workshops & expert talks
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Business Pitch Opportunity
  • Prizes & follow-up support for top business ideas

Ready to Register?

Space is limited for participants. Secure your spot today!
https://forms.gle/4swizZEL4rWSNjP1A

For more information, please contact: byei@jakukonbit.com

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