Valley's future business leaders to showcase talents Friday

Some of the Valley’s most intelligent and enterprising young people are showing off their innovative business ideas in Downtown Youngstown on Friday.

The Youngstown Business Incubator is sponsoring the Inspiring Minds Youth Marketplace, an event showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit of young students.

The marketplace will feature scholar showcases, where each participant will have a booth to display their business plans and products.

The marketplace allows the public to engage with these young people, ask questions, and provide encouragement.

Event Highlights:

• Scholar Showcases: Each scholar will present their business plans and products at individual booths, providing a platform for direct interaction and engagement.
•  Support Young Entrepreneurs: Attendees will have the chance to support the next generation of business leaders and innovators.
• Discover New Ideas: The creativity and innovation of these young minds on display.
• Community Engagement: This event promotes community involvement by uniting residents, scholars, and business leaders to recognize the positive impact of educational programs.

"We are thrilled to provide a platform for these young entrepreneurs to showcase their hard work and innovative ideas," said Megan Payich, Director of the Youth Entrepreneurship Program at YBI. "The Inspiring Minds Youth Marketplace is not only a celebration of their achievements but also a testament to the potential and creativity of our local scholars. We invite the community to join us in supporting these future innovators."

The event takes place on July 26 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at YBI Main, 241 W Federal St.

The Inspiring Minds Youth Marketplace is open to the public, offering a way to see firsthand the impact of educational programs on local youth and to support their entrepreneurial endeavors.