About this Event
Youth Mean Business Summit
The Youth Mean Business (YMB) Summit is a premier one-day experience designed to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs. Taking place on June 6, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia, this dynamic summit brings together current and aspiring youth entrepreneurs ages 11–17, along with their families and support systems, for a day of learning, connection, and opportunity.
At its core, the YMB Summit is built to equip young innovators with the coaching, community, and capital needed to transform ideas into thriving ventures. Whether participants are already operating a business or just beginning to explore entrepreneurship, the summit offers tailored pathways to meet them where they are and help them grow.
Attendees will engage in a thoughtfully curated program featuring:
- Expert-led workshops and keynote sessions focused on business fundamentals, innovation, and leadership
- Peer-to-peer networking and mentorship opportunities with established entrepreneurs and industry leaders
- A live pitch competition, providing participants the opportunity to showcase their ideas and compete for funding and resources
- Dedicated learning tracks for current youth entrepreneurs, aspiring founders, and parent managers supporting their journey
The Youth Mean Business Summit is more than an event, it is a launchpad for the next generation of leaders, fostering confidence, creativity, and real-world business acumen.
Join us for a powerful day designed to inspire, equip, and activate the future of entrepreneurship.
About Youth Mean Business:
Youth Mean Business (YMB) empowers youth ages 11-17 with coaching, content, community and capital to enable them grow sustainable businesses. Since 2024, through our annual accelerator, we have given $35k in grants to 15+ youth entrepreneurs, and this is just the beginning.
YMB was founded by Mother-Daughter duo Evana Eko and Zoe Oli. Zoe is the 14-year-old CEO of Beautiful Curly Me, a confidence-building brand that empowers girls through dolls, books and inspiring content. She has been featured on platforms including Forbes, Good Morning America, Black Enterprise and CNBC. At 12 years old, Zoe became the youngest CEO to launch a toy brand in Target stores.
Youth Mean Business is on a mission to empower the next generation of youthpreneurs and changemakers.
Learn more at https://www.youthmeanbusiness.com
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Alloy Marketing, 1115 Howell Mill Road, Atlanta, United States
USD 28.52
