Mill Valley · Summer 2026

Young Entrepreneurs
Academy

A week-long business program where 5th–8th graders learn to think, build, and pitch like real entrepreneurs.

📅 August 10–14, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM 🎓 Grades 5–8 💰 $125
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5
Days of learning
20
Max students
1
Big pitch day
About the program

Real business skills,
real results

Young Entrepreneurs Academy gives 5th through 8th graders a real taste of the business world — from brainstorming ideas to presenting them in front of a live audience. Students work in teams, solve real problems, and walk away with skills they'll use for life.

No experience needed. Just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to try something new.

Your instructors

Who's teaching

H
Henry Bennett — Founder
Founder of YEA and an upcoming senior in high school. Henry completed an intensive week-long college-level business course and is excited to bring those skills to students in Mill Valley.
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Elliott Kruger — Co-Founder
Co-founder of YEA and an upcoming senior in high school. Elliott also completed a college-level business course and brings energy, creativity, and a genuine love of big ideas to every session.
Weekly schedule

What students will do

1
Monday, August 10
Think like an entrepreneur
Intro to business basics, team building, and spotting problems worth solving.
2
Tuesday, August 11
Build your idea
Market research, customer interviews, and defining what makes a product valuable.
3
Wednesday, August 12
Money & marketing
Learn about budgets, profit, pricing, and how to reach your target audience.
4
Thursday, August 13
Create your pitch
Storytelling, persuasion, and building a pitch deck your audience will remember.
5
Friday, August 14
🏆 Pitch day
Teams present their business ideas to a panel of judges. Prizes awarded!
Program info

The details

🎓
Grades
5th – 8th grade
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Dates
August 10–14, 2026
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Hours
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Cost
$125 per student
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Class size
Max 20 students
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Location
Mill Valley, CA
FAQs

Common questions

Does my child need any business experience?
Not at all. The program is designed for complete beginners. All they need is an open mind and a willingness to participate.
What will students actually make?
Each team will develop a real business concept and present it on the final day. They'll leave with a pitch deck, team poster, and a certificate of completion.
Is this academic or more like a camp?
It's hands-on and project-based — definitely more like a camp than a classroom. Students will be active, creative, and collaborating all week.
How do I sign up?
Click the "Sign up now" button and fill out our quick registration form. Spots are limited to 20 students, so early sign-up is encouraged!
Financial Aid

Need-based assistance

We want every student to participate

We believe cost should never be a barrier to learning. Need-based financial aid is available for families who qualify.

To apply, email henrybennett2009@gmail.com with your child's name and a brief note about your situation. All inquiries are kept completely confidential.

Registration

Sign your child up

Fill out our quick registration form — it only takes 2 minutes! Payment instructions will be sent after your registration is received.

Open registration form ↗
Payment options — $125 due by August 7th
💸 Venmo: @Henry-Bennett-19
🏦 Zelle: (615) 512-8561
Payment secures your child's spot. Spots are limited!