Ready to launch your first business or just curious about how to turn ideas into action?At KidBizCON, you’ll explore entrepreneurship, creativity, and leadership through hands-on workshops, live business pitches, and a student marketplace β all designed for youth innovators like you!
π― Hands-on workshops in business, fashion, branding, financial literacy, and innovation π€ Top youth entrepreneurs pitch LIVE on stage ποΈ Student marketplace featuring youth-led brands π€ Networking and leadership opportunities
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15+ workshops
Participate in 15+ dynamic workshops covering financial literacy, branding, fashion design, entrepreneurship, and more.
Youth Business Pitch
Watch the Top 8 youth entrepreneurs pitch LIVE and vote for the Fan Favorite award!
Marketplace and Networking
Network and shop at the Student Marketplace featuring youth-led brands, art, fashion, and beauty products.
Welcome to KidBizCON
Whether you’re dreaming, building, or just starting out β KidBizCON is your launchpad for big ideas and new opportunities.
Space is limited β register early to guarantee your spot!
KidBizCON is a free event open to youth participants, families, and community organizations. Admission includes workshops, lunch, marketplace access, and a full day of creativity and connection.
Limited availability
Youth
Youth Participant (Ages 13β19)
Includes full access to workshops, pitch competition, student marketplace, and lunch.
β Attend a special parent-focused workshop during Workshop Session 1 about how to support youth entrepreneurs, find paid internships, and connect with OST (out-of-school time) resources. β During Workshop Session 2, parents and guests may audit a youth workshop if there are available seats (first-come, first-served).
Groups
Group Registration (Organizations Only)
Community groups, nonprofits, and schools may reserve group tickets (10+ youth). Limited slots available!
Β We’ll send you an Excel form to collect student workshop selections. Our team handles the registration and ticketing β you won’t need to submit individual forms!
Free registration. No payment required. Registration is securely handled through Youth Entrepreneur Instituteβs official registration portal.
See what our past participants are saying
KidBizCON has inspired hundreds of young entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders.
Hereβs what our past participants β and the families who supported them β had to say about their experience!
The Student Marketplace was my favorite! I got to actually sell my products β and people bought it! Now I want to keep going and open an Etsy store.
Zahanna
Youth Entrepreneur
KidBizCON made me realize that I could actually start my own business while Iβm still a teen! The workshops were fun and easy to understand.
Jeremy
KidBizCON Participant
I never thought I would start a fashion business, but this experience gave me the inspiration and confidence to.- Damien
YEI is an exceptional organization that empowers young entrepreneurs .β Ariel Atkins, WNBA PlayerΒ
KidbizCON taught me I could create my own opportunities- Tyler
Having our youth exposed to the creative economy is a beautiful thing. I am so honored that this is taking place in Ward 8.β Ms. Jackie
Seeing my daughter so excited about business inspired me. What YEI does is truly infectious! β Ms. Franklin ParentΒ
Secure Your Spot for KidBizCON 2024!
Join hundreds of young entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers for a full day of innovation, inspiration, and opportunity.
Spots are limited β donβt miss your chance to be part of DCβs biggest youth entrepreneurship event this summer!
KidBizCON 2024 will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Bard High School Early College DC (1351 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032). Doors open at 12:00 PM for registration and light refreshments.
Registration is available online through our website! We offer options for Youth Participants, Family/Guest registrations, and Group registrations for organizations. Register early β space is limited!
We encourage participants to stick to their pre-selected workshops, as space and materials are planned based on registrations. However, if space allows, you may request a change at the registration desk on the day of the event.
The venue will be clearly signposted, and volunteers will be stationed throughout the event space to guide you. Youβll also receive a printed event map during check-in.
Yes! Free parking is available at Bard High School. Use the lot located at Alabama Avenue and Congress Street. Weβre also located directly across the street from the Congress Heights Metro Station (Green Line) β just a 1-minute walk!
β° What time should I pick up my student?
The conference will conclude around 5:00 PM. Please plan to pick up your student promptly after closing remarks and the Fan Favorite announcement.
Yes! Parents and guardians are invited to attend a special Parent Information Session during Workshop Session 1. During Workshop Session 2, parents may sit in and observe a youth workshop if space is available.
We welcome volunteers! Sign up online [Volunteer Link] to assist with registration, workshop support, and participant guidance. Volunteers make the event a success!