The “Youth Entrepreneurs Day” event included around 30 vendors with products ranging from clothing to baked goods.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A group of young entrepreneurs debuted their businesses for a “Youth Entrepreneur’s Day” event at the Florin Square Shopping Center.
The event consisted of about 30 different young vendors showcasing a variety of products from baked goods to clothing. It was a culmination of a six-week summer camp designed to help those ages 14-19 learn the importance of starting a business.
“The main thing (of) the workshop was team building, and it consisted of mock interviews, resume building,” said William McDaniels, president of the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum at Florin Square.
Through the camp, youth were encouraged to pursue businesses reflecting their own interests.
“We had a couple days and we went over different ideas and topics… some of them brainstormed and thought about what they’re passionate about, what they love to do and they came up with …