Turn Your Big Idea Into a Real Business
An intensive online entrepreneurship program for ambitious young learners ready to solve real problems and launch their first venture — guided by world-class mentors.
Apply Now Application deadline: April 25, 2026
Skills that set students apart
Whether students go on to start companies or not, entrepreneurship skills are among the most valued by top universities and employers worldwide.
Solve real problems
Students learn to spot unmet needs in their own communities and design ventures that create genuine impact — from education to environment.
Strengthen college applications
Graduates earn a certificate, a pitch deck, and a Business Model Canvas — tangible proof of entrepreneurial thinking for any college application.
Learn from world-class mentors
Instructors are experienced founders and university professors who have built, funded, and scaled real companies. Students get direct, personal feedback.
Flexible for any time zone
All live sessions are scheduled after school hours to fit students' local time zones. Join from anywhere — all you need is a laptop and an internet connection.
Everything students need to launch
A complete journey from raw idea to investor-ready pitch, in just 8 weeks.
Foundations & customer discovery
Identify real problems, understand target customers, and validate ideas before building anything.
Business model & prototyping
Map the full venture on a Business Model Canvas and build a low-cost MVP to test with real users.
Financial literacy
Pricing, profit vs. revenue, break-even analysis, and intro to startup funding — all made practical and approachable.
Legal basics & going digital
Business structures, intellectual property, and how to build an online presence and accept payments.
Pitch like a pro
Storytelling, deck design, presenting financials, and handling tough investor questions — with mentor feedback.
Virtual Demo Day
Top students pitch live to a panel of mentors and investors. All graduates receive a shareable completion certificate.
Learn from founders who've done it
Instructors bring real startup experience — and a genuine passion for helping the next generation build their first ventures.
Marc Steren
Co-founder & CEO, University Startups · University of MarylandSerial entrepreneur, NFIB National Educator of the Year, and founding director of entrepreneurship at multiple universities. His students have appeared on Shark Tank and built ventures valued over $600M.
Tremain Davis
CEO, Davis & Davis Investments · Angel InvestorStrategy consultant, angel investor, and university educator with over a decade of experience helping clients and students build and scale ventures through human-centered frameworks.
Le-Marie Thompson
Founder & CEO, Nettadona · PhD CandidateFast Company's 100 Most Creative People in Business. Technologist and educator with 10+ years in global telecom and 5+ years in innovative education programs. Champion for women and girls in STEM.
Three steps to launch
Apply by April 25
Fill out a short application sharing your idea and why you want to join. No prior experience needed — just curiosity and drive.
Join your online cohort
Meet teammates and mentors at the virtual kickoff. Collaborate with driven students from around the globe over 8 live, interactive weeks.
Build, pitch & launch
Graduate with a Business Model Canvas, a pitch deck, and a certificate to showcase on college applications. Your entrepreneurial journey starts here.
From the students themselves
"This program helped me understand how to build a business from the ground up — from identifying a problem to designing a real solution. I've learned how to take feedback, pivot ideas, and communicate with purpose."
"I didn't have much confidence before and was an introvert in everything I did. This program showed me great ways to open up and be confident."
"Being part of this opened my eyes to more possibilities and I learned so much about myself — that was the most important takeaway."
Ready to launch something great?
Limited spots available. Sessions are scheduled after school hours to fit any time zone. Apply early to secure your place.
Apply by April 25, 2026 Open to young entrepreneurs worldwide · No prior experience required