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Chicago Student Wins NFTE Midwest Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

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Thursday, May 30, 2024

Chicago, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named six local student businesses as the winners of its annual Midwest Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.

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  • Chicago, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named six local student businesses as the winners of its annual Midwest Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.
  • They selected a first-place winner to receive $1,500, a second-place winner to receive $1,000, and a third-place winner to receive $500.
  • “We are extremely proud of all of our youth who have competed across the Midwest,” said Dr. Scott Nasatir, NFTE Midwest Executive Director.
  • “These young entrepreneurs are not only creating innovative ideas to solve complex problems, but they are also extremely passionate about improving their local communities, which makes us so proud of them, their teachers and families!”
    The NFTE Midwest Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge was presented by EY US, Ingredion, and Slalom, with associate support from the Citi Foundation, PayPal, Santander, and Shopify, and additional support from HBK Engineering.

San Francisco Students Win NFTE West (Northern California) Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

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Monday, May 27, 2024

San Francisco, CA, May 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named two local student businesses as the winners of its annual West (Northern California) Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.

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  • San Francisco, CA, May 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named two local student businesses as the winners of its annual West (Northern California) Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.
  • “The NFTE West Northern California Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge has once again shown our young people's remarkable talent and potential,” said Tim Blaylock, NFTE West Executive Director.
  • This event was made possible by the hard work of our NFTE West teachers, volunteer coaches, and judges, as well as the leadership of the NFTE West team.
  • Their dedication to empowering these young entrepreneurs is truly admirable!”
    The NFTE West (Northern California) Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge was presented by EY US with signature support from Shopify and associate support from the Citi Foundation, PayPal, and Santander.

Georgia Student Wins NFTE Southeast Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

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Thursday, May 16, 2024

Miami, Florida, May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named 13 student businesses as finalists of its annual Southeast Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.

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  • Miami, Florida, May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named 13 student businesses as finalists of its annual Southeast Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.
  • Having been a part of the NFTE community for 18 years, it's exhilarating to witness our students come full circle by launching significant enterprises or pursuing careers they're passionate about.
  • The NFTE Southeast team celebrates every young entrepreneur's journey toward excellence."
  • The NFTE Southeast Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge was presented by EY US, Santander, EverBank, The Batchelor Foundation and The Jim Moran Foundation with signature support from the Grant Cardone Foundation, The Giving Closet, Miami Downtown Development Authority and Dade County Federal Credit Union and associate support from the Citi Foundation, PayPal, and Shopify.

Comerica Bank, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship Launch National Partnership

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

DALLAS, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank announced today it is expanding its regional partnership with the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) to multiple markets within its geographical footprint.

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  • DALLAS, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank announced today it is expanding its regional partnership with the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) to multiple markets within its geographical footprint.
  • NFTE appointed Rowell to its national board earlier this month for her longtime support of the organization as well as the vital role she has played in leading this regional partnership.
  • "Comerica Bank's extended partnership with NFTE is deeply appreciated," said NFTE president & CEO Dr. J.D.
  • In honor National of Volunteer Month, NFTE recognized Comerica as one of its top five corporate partners -- the nonprofit's fourth most-engaged supporter globally this school year.

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship and G-Unity Foundation Announce Collaboration

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

NEW YORK, May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s G-Unity Foundation announced their collaboration to support aspiring entrepreneurs at the NFTE Entrepreneurial Spirit Awards gala on May 1, 2024, in New York City.

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  • NEW YORK, May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s G-Unity Foundation announced their collaboration to support aspiring entrepreneurs at the NFTE Entrepreneurial Spirit Awards gala on May 1, 2024, in New York City.
  • This partnership aims to empower young people with the entrepreneurial skills and knowledge they need to succeed in today's competitive world.
  • “The G-Unity Foundation is well-aligned with NFTE in our efforts to foster inclusive and conscious capitalism by igniting the entrepreneurial mindset of youth in underserved communities,” said NFTE President & CEO Dr. J.D.
  • Jackson was honored with the NFTE Entrepreneurial Leadership Award at last night’s gala for his remarkable success in the music industry and beyond.

NFTE Entrepreneurial Spirit Awards Gala to Honor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Preet Sabharwal, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, and Michael J. Kacsmar

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The gala will honor Grammy and Emmy Award-winning rapper, entrepreneur, actor, and producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson with the Entrepreneurial Leadership Award.

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  • The gala will honor Grammy and Emmy Award-winning rapper, entrepreneur, actor, and producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson with the Entrepreneurial Leadership Award.
  • "Receiving the NFTE Entrepreneurial Leadership Award is not just an honor, but a profound validation of the power of igniting the entrepreneurial mindset,” said Sabharwal.
  • The NFTE Entrepreneurial Spirit Awards Gala will also mark the announcement of a collaboration between NFTE and Jackson’s G-Unity Foundation.
  • The NFTE Entrepreneurial Spirit Awards will be Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

One-of-a-Kind Entrepreneurial Summer Experience for Teens Announced by Inc. and National Student Leadership Conference

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Monday, April 22, 2024

Through this partnership, Inc. will help advance entrepreneurial education for high school students during a summer program named "Business & Entrepreneurship, in Partnership with Inc.

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  • Through this partnership, Inc. will help advance entrepreneurial education for high school students during a summer program named "Business & Entrepreneurship, in Partnership with Inc.
  • This partnership is a prime example of business and education providers joining forces to develop skilled, confident, and motivated executives for the future.
  • Infusing the thought leadership and subject-matter expertise of Inc. and its Inc. 5000 honorees into this summer program will inspire teens and foster the next generation of entrepreneurs.
  • A Harvard MBA graduate and former MasterCard global marketing executive, Bauer has mentored dozens of startup entrepreneurs from around the world.

Young Entrepreneurs Win Prizes Worth $10,000 in NFTE Founders Forum Competition

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Founders of three viable businesses presented their best pitches on Feb. 28, contending for a portion of a $10,000 capital investment pool.

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  • Founders of three viable businesses presented their best pitches on Feb. 28, contending for a portion of a $10,000 capital investment pool.
  • Finalist Zachary Borja, founder of Borja+ Media, beat the competition to win $5,000 toward his business Borja+ Media, a digital marketing company dedicated to creating content for organizations with an impact-driven cause.
  • “Congratulations to this year’s 10 Founders Forum participants,” said NFTE president & CEO Dr. J.D.
  • “Now in its fourth year, the Founders Forum program provides NFTE alumni entrepreneurs with operational or launch-ready businesses deeper knowledge about raising capital, investment readiness, product sourcing, marketing, and team building.

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) Announces 60 Finalists for World Series of Innovation Competition

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Friday, February 9, 2024

New York, NY, Feb. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023-2024 World Series of Innovation (WSI) competition.

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  • New York, NY, Feb. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023-2024 World Series of Innovation (WSI) competition.
  • "The World Series of Innovation competition showcases the incredible talent and creativity of the next generation of diverse entrepreneurs from around the world,” said Dr. J.D.
  • The first, second, and third place winners in each challenge category will be announced on April 15, 2024, at innovation.nfte.com .
  • 2024 World Series of Innovation Competition finalists:

17-year-old Raneem Al Suwaidani from the United States wins NFTE’s World Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

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Friday, November 17, 2023

New York, NY, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship ( NFTE ) announces Raneem Al Suwaidani as the winner of NFTE’s second annual World Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.

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  • New York, NY, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship ( NFTE ) announces Raneem Al Suwaidani as the winner of NFTE’s second annual World Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.
  • NFTE’s 2022 National Champion Josh Kreuger of St. Louis and Al Suwaidani, the 2023 National Champion from Providence, Rhode Island, represented the United States in the competition.
  • Al Suwaidani impressed the judges with her innovative business idea, Lilypad, a food truck rental opportunity for BIPOC entrepreneurs to test their culinary concepts in a low-cost, risk-free environment.
  • As the winner, Al Suwaidani will receive $5,000 to further develop her entrepreneurial venture.