What participants learn?
DREAM
We use the acronym DREAM to create a framework for how business works. as we dream we learn the importance of placing value on the important things... each other.

Develop the Dream

Students identify real-world challenges and begin generating or expanding on their innovative ideas to address them. They set a clear direction for their ventures, laying the groundwork for everything that follows.
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This is where students develop their business plan and define their value statement.
Risk Responsibly
Students investigate market trends, gather feedback, and refine their initial concepts. By understanding their audience and competition and creating SMART goals. Students sharpen their business ideas into focused, viable plans, understanding how to see risk before making decisions.
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Students also look at assessing risk and are introduced to the concept of legal structures, contracts and insurance.

Excellence

Students learn the importance of excellence in product quality and customer service. In this session we learn how to value our customers and express it to them. Students will refine their pitch and marketing pieces in this session.
Action
This session focuses on taking action needed to make business a success. From persevering through tough times to marketing your ideas and sharing your dream; we cover the practical steps of taking ideas to action.


Money
Participants learn about pricing, budgeting, and financial planning to ensure long-term profitability. They are also introduced to banking partners, insurance providers and others that can help them manage and protect their money.
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