We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Central Coast Young Entrepreneur Sprint in partnership with Central Coast Council. This 4-Month Sprint is designed to fast-track young entrepreneurs by providing them with the essential skills, knowledge, and network to start and grow their businesses.
Participant Requirements: We ask that you commit to attending at least 80% of the in-person sessions in order to get the most out of the program. We encourage young people aged 16-24 in the Central Coast who are interested in business or starting one!
Cost: Thanks to the generous support of Central Coast Council, participation in the Sprint is free of charge. However, spots are extremely limited and will be allocated through an application process below The sprint is a series of intensive workshops aimed at young people who are passionate about entrepreneurship and business.
The workshops will cover the following topics:
💡 Develop and refine business ideas that directly address community or global challenges. You'll learn how to identify problems that need solving and design solutions.
💰 Gain financial literacy to sustainably manage and scale a business. Understanding the financial aspects of a business is crucial to ensuring it can grow and maintain its impact.
🎤 Improve public speaking and pitching skills to effectively communicate your business. Being able to tell your story and present your vision is essential in attracting support and investment.
🦈 Experience a Shark Tank-style pitching session to present your business ideas to potential investors and mentors. This is your chance to gain critical feedback and possibly secure support for your venture.
Workshop Dates
Workshop 1: Ideation - Wednesday, 28 May
Workshop 2: Financial Literacy - Wednesday, 25 June
Workshop 3 - Public Speaking & Pitching - Wednesday, 30 July
Workshop 4: Final Week + Pitches - Wednesday, 27 August
Location: The Erina Centre, Room 3, Erina Fair Dr, Erina NSW 2250 (beside Erina Library)
For more information: https://www.ase.edu.au/centralcoastsprint
