Young Entrepreneurs

Program Overview

This is an innovative project competition designed for K-12 students, aiming to inspire creativity and problem-solving skills. Participants can register as individuals or teams, and the project themes are not limited to any specific field but must demonstrate innovation, feasibility, and social value. The event will provide professional guidance and resource support to help children turn their ideas into practical projects, with the opportunity to receive angel investment.

Program Procedure

1. Registration Phase - CLOSED

   • Participants: K-12 students, divided into elementary, middle, and high school groups.

   • Registration Format: Individual or team (maximum of 5 members per team).

2. Project Submission - CLOSED

   • Submission Content: Initial project proposal, including (Template will be provided and submitted online)

     • Project name

     • Project description

     • Execution plan

     • Budget plan

     • Presentation format (PPT, video, hand-drawn poster, or physical model, etc.).

3. Preliminary Review and Feedback - CLOSED

   • Review Time: Within one week of receiving the project.

   • Evaluation Criteria: Innovation, feasibility, and social value.

   • Feedback and Guidance: Each participant will be assigned a professional mentor to help advance the project.

4. Project Presentation and Q&A 

   • Time: May 10th Saturday 1-3pm @ McCandless Room

   • 6 Projects Overview: 

     • Nova reArt StudiO: A blend of Recycling and Art (G6 and G2)

     • Beautiful Bracelets: Make bracelets to sell (GK)

     • Aceing Academy: Next Generation Tennis Training Program (G9)

     • Weighted Stuffing Animal: Anxiety Relief Solution (G7)

     • TradeTrade: App/Platform to link users to fulfil their requests (G9)

     • The Smart Leash: A tracker for dogs (G4 and G8)

   • Format: On-site presentation and Q&A.

   • Judging Questions: The judging panel will ask questions to further assess the feasibility and potential of the project.

5. Judging and Investment

   • Judging Results: Final award-winning projects will be selected based on the presentation and Q&A.

   • Prizes: Outstanding projects will receive angel investment (funding, resource support, or mentorship), Up to $500

6. Project Incubation and Follow-up

   • Incubation Support: Follow-up support for funded projects, providing guidance and resources to help bring the projects to life.

   • Sharing Sessions: Regular sharing sessions will be held for participants to exchange experiences and outcomes.

Support Provided by CPAT

1. Resource Support:

   • After registration, CPAT will regularly provide case studies and documents to help younger students develop ideas and turn them into feasible projects.

   • Organize professional teams from various fields to offer online/offline lectures and multi-faceted assistance.

2. Participation Rewards:

   • All participants who independently complete the project presentation will receive a gift (to be determined).

3. Angel Investment:

   • Based on the final results of the project, up to $500 in angel investment will be provided to help children realize their dreams.

Project Theme Examples

1. Invent a Product: For example, stationery made from eco-friendly materials, smart home devices, etc.

2. Provide an Innovative Service: For example, community recycling services, online learning platforms, etc.

3. Solve a Problem: For example, a campus waste sorting system, a student mental health support platform, etc.

4. Innovative Business Model: For example, a sharing economy model, subscription-based services, etc.

5. Develop an App: For example, a study assistant, an eco-points system, etc.