SPOTLIGHT: World Series of Innovation Winners

NFTE Announces Winning Ideas for Global Sustainability

Winners of the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship's World Series of Innovation (WSI) were announced this month, and their ideas are truly amazing!

Of the 1,249 participating teams worldwide, 30 earned accolades for their innovative solutions to challenges in specific areas aligned with U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as sustainability, education, and economic development.

The 10 categories of WSI were generously supported by companies such as Citi Foundation, Ernst & Young LLP (EY US), Mary Kay, Mastercard, Maxar, MetLife Foundation, Link Logistics, ServiceNow, and Zuora.

All participants presented inspiring ideas for solving global challenges, and this year's winners showcased exceptional creativity, ingenuity, and out-of-the-box thinking in their design-thinking approaches to addressing global goals.

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President's Perspective

Time is a precious commodity for professionals. Yet, nearly 3,000 of them log around 14,000 volunteer hours a year serving as NFTE judges, speakers, coaches, advisors, field trip hosts and more – guiding our learners toward self-efficacy.

During National Volunteer Month, we are reminded that skills-based volunteering is the "secret sauce" of our model, essential to our learners' success. Witnessing young people think big and problem-solve is a joy I encourage everyone to experience.

So, we thank you, Judy Stewart and Senthilkumaran Ramaiyan, for being enthusiastic NFTE champions who are always eager to share your extensive experience and knowledge with our learners. We appreciate you Murray Covens for your valuable grant writing support and Gary Weintraub for your valuable marketing insight. We are incredibly thankful for every NFTE volunteer whose passion about our mission drives their gifts of time, resources, and wisdom.

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Thank You NFTE Volunteers!

Champions of Change for Young Entrepreneurs

As National Volunteer Month comes to a close, we couldn't be more excited to celebrate our incredible NFTE volunteers! Our top 10 individual volunteers have dedicated their time, skills, and passion to positively impact the lives of our students. They inspire our students to dream big and pursue their entrepreneurial goals with determination, serving as role models and advocates.

To all our amazing NFTE volunteers, thank you for your tireless efforts, unwavering support, and belief in our students' potential. You are making a lasting impact on young entrepreneurs' lives, and your contributions are truly priceless. Here's to you, our mentors, heroes, and champions of change. Keep shining your light and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs!

The latest episode of NFTE's Entre News web series is out now! In this episode, Erika Patterson, EY Americas Corporate Responsibility Leader, and Katie Booth, CSR Director of the Americas at SAP, share why it's important for corporate organizations like theirs to give back through financial and volunteer support.

Congratulations to the top 10 organizations providing volunteer support for NFTE! These organizations bring real-world business experience to our learners. They provide invaluable networks, coaching, and encouragement to empower the next generation of diverse entrepreneurs and business leaders.Thank you, volunteers!

Upcoming Events

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NFTEEntrepreneurial Education Summit!

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Attend to learn how educators can innovate in the classroom to prepare youth for pathways to success! We're emphasizing five critical E's: educator development, empowering community, equity advancement, economic impact, and entrepreneurial mindset. You can also earn certification badges and enjoy the three-day experience at Fort Lauderdale (Florida) Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa.

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Entrepreneurial Spirit Awards Gala

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Join us for our Annual Awards Ceremony and Alumni Expo. This year, we will recognize NFTE alum Cody Chang, Co-founder & Head of Business at Product Gym. We will also celebrate the achievements of Maxine Clark, Founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop and CEO of Clark-Fox Family Foundation. Additionally, we will honor Santander Bank for their outstanding support of entrepreneurial endeavors.

NFTE in the News

Cision PR Newswire: Education Nonprofit NFTE Selects Winners in Annual World Series of Innovation Competition
The Daytona Beach News-Journal: Volusia Schools Hosts Inaugural High School Business Pitch Competition
The Valley Breeze: Cumberland Entrepreneur Rodriguez Scores as Celtics 'Hero Among Us'
Antara News (Indonesia): Mary Kay Umumkan Pemenang World Series of Innovation NFTE Tahunan Ketiga
Die News (Germany): Entrepreneurship an die Schulen
Si San Juan (Argentina): Capacitan a Docentes en Emprendedurismo
GP Media (India): Inventure Academy Students win Mastercard Financial Education Challenge at NFTE World Series of Innovation

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