TYE Vancouver is a unique program that helps high school students learn about the challenges and rewa
on and mentoring designed to:
- Develop business acumen, communication skills
- Discover the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship
- Nurture youth to have a well-rounded personality
- Instill confidence to lead in a global environment
Program Overview:
The program is held in 17 cities around the world and is global in design. Seasoned entrepreneurs and mentors coach high school students (grades 9-12) based on a business-focused curriculum. The program comes to a close with global Business Plan Competition for the youth. The TYE program nurtures the creativity, self-confidence, leadership and overall development of the students. Business Accelerator
The Business Accelerator begins with the TYE launch event and a dynamic Entrepreneurs Discussion Panel. Students will be inspired by the personal stories and contrasting experiences of some of Vancouver’s most accomplished entrepreneurs. Following the Entrepreneur’s Panel, the Business Accelerator kicks into high gear with a weekly session covering one of several business topics. To view the full schedule of classes and topics click here. Each class will be broken into three parts: Instruction, Workshop and a Guest Speaker. The exciting line-up of instructors and speakers will ensure students in TYE get an unparalleled educational experience. Idea Incubator (January – May 2013)
The Idea Incubator phase turns to focus on student solutions to real world problems. Students join groups of four or five to brainstorm, discuss and agree on a business concept. Students are encouraged to discover market opportunities that resonate with them, ideas they are personally passionate about! Once a concept is adopted, the team is matched with a lead mentor from the business community and an expert mentor from TiE Vancouver’s Charter Membership. During this phase, teams will meet both during Idea Incubator sessions and outside of class as required. Teams will be encouraged to determine what expertise they could use and TYE mentors may act as liaisons to help assemble a board of advisors for the project. Through the backing, guidance and advice of their mentors, teams will develop a viable business plan for their concepts. Venture Challenge (May)
In May, the TYE Vancouver teams will compete in the Venture Challenge in Downtown Vancouver. The teams will present their business ideas to an esteemed panel of Venture Capitalists, Bankers and Business Leaders. All students who participate in the Venture Challenge will receive a TYE Program Certificate of Completion. The team that wins the Vancouver Venture Challenge, will compete at the TYE Global Business Plan Competiton. TYE Global Business Plan Competition (June)
The TYE Global Business Plan Competition with 26 cities from around the world will compete for a chance to participate in the global competition. This will be a unique, once in a lifetime learning experience for those involved. Benefits
TURN YOUR IDEAS INTO REALITY
The TYE Program was developed to empower youth to become the next generation of business and community leaders. Through our Business Accelerator, high school students gain a general understanding of business, leadership and entrepreneurship. Students will integrate the skills and knowledge learnt through TYE to execute their creative ideas or passions into a real world business plan. BUILD RELATIONSHIPS WITH BUSINESS LEADERS
TYE Vancouver is a completely volunteer-run initiative. With the support of Vancouver’s diverse business community, TYE students have an opportunity to build relationships with mentors who bring their vast experience and knowledge to every class. CONNECT WITH TOP ENTREPRENEURIAL TALENT
TYE brings together the top entrepreneurial talent from Metro Vancouver high schools in one classroom. This peer-to-peer networking is a key aspect of the program and allows students to learn from one other and build relationships that will benefit them later in their careers. We encourage students to leverage their skills, learn and grow in a collective effort. COMPETE ON A GLOBAL STAGE
The TYE Vancouver teams will participate in the Venture Challenge. After presenting their ideas to a panel of esteemed judges, the winning team compete with students representing 26 cities from around the world. TYE Vancouver is a global experience and is led with that perspective in mind.
