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Published on September 12, 2023
InnovateNOW: Pre-College Entrepreneurship Series
An In-Person event
InnovateNOW:
Pre-College Entrepreneurship Series
Created AND Taught By
COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL FACULTY
(Former)
Host & Partner School:
A Revolutionary 5-day Entrepreneurship Workshop for High School Students.
Ivy Learning Lab's
InnovateNOW: Pre-College Entrepreneurship Series
An Online Conference
Created AND Taught By
COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL FACULTY
(Former)
CONFERENCE PLATFORM:
A Revolutionary 10-day Entrepreneurship Workshop for High School Students.
3:00 pm IST
31st December 2023
18% GST
Priority Deadline
30th November 2023
3:00 pm IST
31st December 2023
18% GST
Priority Deadline
30th November 2023
This program will run offline at the Heritage International Xperiential School, Gurgaon.
Participated in by Students from the World's Leading Schools.
A special course fee of INR 45,000 + 18% GST is available exclusively for Heritage International Xperiential School, Gurgaon students and BRE Alums.
Improve entrepreneurial competencies.
Become part of a robust alumni network.
Get a Certificate of Achievement from the Instructor.
Opportunity to get a Letter of Recommendation from the Instructor**
Get to know the Program
Learn how this program serves as a launchpad for the next generation of business leaders and innovators.
Experience the thrill of being part of an exclusive cohort! We believe in fostering a close-knit learning environment, and to ensure that, we're limiting our class size to just 40 seats. This is your golden opportunity to be part of a select group, where you'll enjoy personalized attention and mentorship.
Experience a Semester of Business School while in High School
The InnovateNOW: Pre-College Entrepreneurship Series is a unique opportunity for students passionate about entrepreneurship and business. It brings the frameworks and teachings of a highly acclaimed course to students, offering them the opportunity to receive a world-class education and expand their global visions.
The curriculum of the InnovateNOW: Pre-College Entrepreneurship Series is comprised of multiple essential modules that will equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to launch their own successful businesses. This is a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable insights and hands-on experience in the world of entrepreneurship and business, directly from experts in the field.
You'll immerse yourself in the culture, academics, and life of a vibrant community, where professors and corporate guest speakers share their insights and real-world experience. Classroom instruction is supplemented with independent research, assignments and team projects. Teams work together to create a comprehensive business plan and present their business plans at the end of the session.
This program is tailored to help students build confidence and learn about their strengths through teamwork, enhance their communications and oral presentation skills, explore a variety of business subjects through an interactive curriculum, learn how to write a business plan and turn their ideas into a business, develop the research skills essential to business, and create a network of like-minded students from across the globe.
This program is a great opportunity for high school students to get a taste of the industry and get a head start on their future career. It's a chance to learn from real-world professionals and college faculty, receive mentorship, and hear from innovative leaders. This creates both the chance for mentorship and the foundation of a business network that can serve you both inside and outside of the classroom.
Mentorship by Instructor
01
Ideate
02
Market Research
03
Design Thinking
04
Business Model
05
Social Entrepreneurship
06
Elevator Pitch & Raising Funds
01
Ideate
02
Market Research
03
Design Thinking
04
Business Model
05
Social Entrepreneurship
06
Elevator Pitch & Raising Funds
Who Should Participate?
- You are a student who seeks to enhance their portfolio for future college admissions.
- You are a student who seeks to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.
- You want to become more confident in sharing your thoughts and speaking in public.
- You want to successfully apply entrepreneurial thinking and leadership principles to succeed in the professional world.
- You want to hone your networking skills.
- You want to be part of a community of like-minded people who share the same passion and create virtuous linkages.
Meet your Lead Instructor!
Prof Daniel McQuade
Director, Ivy Learning Lab®
A Senior Marketing and Advertising Executive with over three decades of experience in developing and implementing strategies for retail industries. He is currently a Business Instructor at the Columbia-Harlem Small Business Development Center and Co-Founder at Know Seafood which is on a mission to transform seafood supply chains and make sustainable, accessible, and transparent seafood products. .
His expertise includes new product development, cultivating brand affinity and loyalty, and cause marketing programs. He has handled every aspect, from product design to retail launch and the development of a national sales network.
Ayah Al-Zubi
Class of 2023
Concentration: Sociology
Ayah has taught a sports justice course featuring professional athletes and given a Tedx Talk on diversity and youth leadership.
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Ayah Al-Zubi is a second-year in Leverett house born in Jordan and from Cincinnati, Ohio. Ayah plans on studying the intersection of psychology, sociology, and education. She empowers youth to transcend their potential and take on challenges. With sports being one of her most important motivators, Ayah utilizes the sports platform to bring on this empowerment. This passion for sports has allowed her to start her own organization, Impowera, that builds youth sports curriculum in which she launched basketball camps in the MENA in 2019.
Andrew de Souza
Class of 2022
Concentration: Environmental Engineering
Andrew plays on the Rugby team, is part of a volunteer tour and service organization, and is a member of the South Asian Men’s Collective.
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Andrew is a sophomore in Cabot House from Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Academically Andrew is concentrating in Environmental Engineering and has a passion for clean energy — this year he started HUCEG, a group that educates the student body about the clean energy industry. He hopes to have an impact by helping younger students through such an influential time in their lives, and by teaching them the values that are truly important. In his spare time, Andrew enjoys watching movies with friends, trying new cuisines, and going on hikes.
Aysha Emmerson
Class of 2022
Concentration: Special Concentration in Resilience Studies and Social Anthropology
At Harvard, Aysha writes for The Crimson Editorial Board, works as a Peer Advising Fellow.
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A fervent believer in the power of words, Aysha Emmerson seeks to use hers to spread kindness, create positive change, and inspire others. At Harvard, she writes for The Crimson Editorial Board, works as a Peer Advising Fellow, and is a proud member of Women’s Club Soccer. She has helped teach a university course about excellence in negotiation, including how to better understand different personality types, and is excited to bring related lessons of collaboration, communication, and relationship-building to YLC.
Albie Giandomenico
Class of 2022
Concentration: Economics and Astrophysics
Albie is the Co-Captain of the club ice hockey team, former President of club lacrosse, and the rugby team.
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Albie is a rising senior in Cabot House concentrating in Economics with a secondary in Astrophysics. He grew up in Walpole, Massachusetts and before college embraced many leadership roles, especially as Class President for six straight years. He also spreads his interests to other extracurriculars including being in the undergraduate art club and acting in a small play. Albie just completed his year as chair of YLC and looks forward to continuing his involvement while maintaining the organization’s effectiveness and expanding the outreach.
Emmy
Class of 2024
Concentration: Computer Science and Neuroscience
Emmy is involved in the Undergraduate Council, the Institute of Politics CIVICS and Policy Program.
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Emmy is a first-year in Elm Yard concentrating in Economics with a secondary in Philosophy. On campus, Emmy is involved in the Undergraduate Council, the Institute of Politics CIVICS and Policy Program, the Arete Fellowship, and the Crimson, among others. She hopes to continue exercising critical and purposeful leadership during her YLC experience and looks forward to assisting high school students in challenging conventional understandings of leadership and empowering young leaders to cultivate a strong sense of self and community.
Ethan Kee
Class of 2023
Concentration: Psychology and History of Art and Architecture
Ethan works as a designer for The Crimson and participates on two club sports teams in addition to YLC.
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Ethan is a sophomore interested in studying Psychology and History of Art and Architecture. Now in college, Ethan works as a designer for The Crimson and participates on two club sports teams in addition to now joining the YLC. Ethan is excited to help guide and inspire the next wave of innovators and world changers and he hopes to encourage these future leaders to reach new and outstanding heights. In his free time, he enjoys discovering new music, whipping up recipes in the kitchen, and travelling with friends.
Ishaan Prasad
Class of 2022
Concentration: Computer Science (MBB) and Linguistics
Ishaan is a research student at Harvard Business School, a case team leader for the Harvard College Consulting Group.
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Ishaan is a junior in Lowell House interested in exploring the intersection between Computer Science and Linguistics. Having participated in YLC as both a camper and a junior counselor, Ishaan is excited to now help lead the program as a counselor and former director. At the College, Ishaan is a research student at Harvard Business School, a case team leader for the Harvard College Consulting Group, and a student ambassador with the Crimson Key Society.
Jean-Luc Henraux
Class of 2022
Concentration: Applied Math (Econ Focus)
Jean-Luc is a member of the club rugby team and of various service organizations.
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Jean-Luc is a junior in Lowell House who intends to study Applied Mathematics and Philosophy. Hailing from Los Angeles, California, he developed a passion for social activism through his involvement in his high school’s Speech and Debate team. He believes that cultivating a desire to lead and an ability to communicate confidently and clearly is a strong catalyst for social change. At Harvard, Jean-Luc has found purpose, community, and fun as a member of the club rugby team and of various service organizations.
Katrina Hon
Class of 2022
Concentration: Neuroscience (MBB) and Psychology
Katrina is involved in the Harvard Undergraduate Research Association, Harvard VISION Global Health Society, and Harvard Red Cross.
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Katrina is a junior in Winthrop House concentrating in Neuroscience on the Mind, Brain, and Behavior track with a secondary in Psychology. She is originally from Middlebury, Connecticut, and is so excited to be a part of YLC this year. Katrina is very passionate about empowering youth to make social change through encouraging leadership and communication. At school, she is involved in the Harvard Undergraduate Research Association, Harvard VISION Global Health Society, and Harvard Red Cross. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, traveling, and trying new foods.
Kimani Panthier
Class of 2024
Concentration: Government
Kimani aspires to be a public servant and someday run for a local, state, or national political office.
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Kimani is a first-year living in Oak Yard concentrating in Government. Born and raised in Hempstead, NY, Kimani is the son of two hard-working immigrants. Kimani also strongly prioritizes community service and volunteerism and has developed a passion to serve and lead others! In the future, Kimani aspires to be a public servant and someday run for a local, state, or national political office. At Harvard, Kimani is a first-year representative on the Undergraduate Council, member of the IOP’s Fellows & Study Groups program, and active participant in several other student organizations.
Malaika Zaidi
Class of 2024
Concentration: History of Science
Malaika is interested in pursuing a career in the medical field, as she is passionate about tackling the disparities present in the healthcare system.
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Malaika is a first-year student from the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. She is currently on campus living in Currier House. Malaika is interested in pursuing a career in the medical field, as she is passionate about tackling the disparities present in the healthcare system. She is thrilled to be a YLC counselor and looks forward to fostering a strong sense of community, helping young individuals find their voice, and inspiring others to speak up for social change. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring new places, and listening to music!
Michael Raji
Class of 2022
Concentration: Government
Michael is involved with Harvard Radcliffe Research Institute, Crimson Key Society, and Harvard Club Tennis.
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Michael is a junior in Currier House concentrating in Government with a secondary in Global Health and Health Policy. He is originally from a suburb outside Houston, Texas where he started an afterschool program to help kids get ahead in math. On campus, Michael is involved with Harvard Radcliffe Research Institute, Crimson Key Society, and Harvard Club Tennis. In his free time, Michael spends time playing pickup basketball, expanding his netflix collection, and reading.
Phil
Class of 2021
Concentration: Computer Science and Neuroscience
Phill is a volunteer at a local after school program and plays on the club rugby team.
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Phil is a senior in Cabot House studying Computer Science and Neuroscience. He grew up in London, England and went to Eton College, where he was involved in several leadership roles: House Captain, Head of Theatre, School Prefect, and Cadet Sergeant in the Combined Cadet Force (similar to ROTC in America). Although relatively new to YLC, he is looking forward to expanding the program and adding his unique experiences.
Rayo Daniel
Class of 2024
Concentration: Psychology
Rayo is the lead singer in a band called Gifted Hands, a talented group composed entirely of youth musicians.
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Rayo is a first year student at the college studying Psychology with a particular focus on criminal behavior. She is originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota and is very passionate about youth voice and social justice as a whole. Rayo hopes to combine her outgoing personality, her passion for leadership, and her interest in crime to be a force for change in the criminal justice system.
Ethan Johnstone
Class of 2023
Concentration: Government and History
Ethan is an intern at the Harvard Law Review, the Treasure of the Institute of Politics, and a proud member of Crimson Key Society.
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Ethan Johnstone was born and raised in Southern California and is passionate about Law and Politics. At Harvard, Ethan is a rising sophomore in Dunster House studying Government and History. Outside of class, he spends his time as an intern at the Harvard Law Review, the Treasure of the Institute of Politics, a representative in the Undergraduate Council, a club tennis athlete, and a proud member of Crimson Key Society. Ethan is a new recruit to YLC, and he is so excited to share the leadership lessons he has learned along the way.
Rohan Sheth
Class of 2023
Concentration: Applied Math (Econ focus)
Rohan is a member of the Financial Analysts’ Club, the Men’s Club Soccer Team, the South Asian Association, and the South Asian Men’s Collective.
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Rohan is a sophomore from Boston, MA, living in Pforzheimer House studying Applied Math with Economics. Rohan also enjoys teaching, and he works as a Course Assistant for a Multivariable Calculus course at Harvard. In his free time, he enjoys running, skiing, and traveling, especially to India to visit family. He can’t wait to see the exciting ideas that the next generation of leaders has!
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Sahithi
Grade 10, Future kid's School,
Hyderabad
YLC is a great opportunity to learn from diverse communities, improve communication and leadership skills, and gain invaluable mentorship for success.
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Everyone should Attend YLC, as it's an incredible place with amazing people to develop as a leader and better oneself.
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Freya
Grade 8, Oberoi International School,
Mumbai
YLC was an amazing experience. I Learned alot about leadership, made friends worldwide. The conference was well-organized and inspiring.
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I highly recommend it to anyone looking to broaden their perspective on leadership and make meaningful connections.
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Veer Vohra
Grade 11, Dubai College
This workshop has taught me that in order to do something big in life, one need not start with a huge impact. You can start with something small and yet go on to make a big impact.
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Shizah Kashmir
Grade 12, Gems Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis
The YLC conference is very action-provoking. It has taught me that if I’m passionate about something I must push harder and try and be an achiever even at an early age.
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That way, YLC has made me feel empowered.
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Raeed Zainuddin
Grade 8, Sun Beams High School,
Bangladesh
I have become so much more confident in presentation and doing something on the stage. I feel I can appeal to a crowd just by talking to them which I didn't feel before.
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I would 110% recommend everyone to this conference because you can meet so many people, so many personalities from so many places. The main reason why I would recommend it is because of the counselors, they were great.
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Tanya Tilokani
Grade 12, Cambridge International School, Dubai, UAE
All the mentors were well trained and they used creative techniques to teach us. The use of psychology or the storytelling method were subtle ways of teaching leadership.
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Moreover, the conference was very unique mainly because you were talking to us like we were adults capable of making a change in our own way.
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Varun Chitturi
Grade 9, Oakridge International School, Hyderabad
The overall experience at the conference was phenomenal. We learned about public speaking, negotiation, and other qualities that are vital for a leader.
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With all that I learned here, I really think I can take my social change project forward and make a huge impact on so many people. The mentors from Harvard were amazing as well and you could talk to them like they are your best friends.
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Words from those Who Took the Course (And Loved it)
Youngju (Julia) Paek, USA
I took the professor’s class hoping to find a direction for a business I had been working on, and after learning about the process of creating a business plan deck, I prepared for launch. A couple of months after the classes ended, I was able to get funding from NSHSS.
Federico Ruiz, Mexico
I loved taking the entrepreneurship course. Not only is it fun, interactive, interesting, and you get to meet people from around the world, but you learn a lot as well.
Isebrand Kaldewei, Germany
The aspect that we had to prepare our business for launch and that all of our research needed to be profound made the experience come alive. This really sucked me in and motivated me to work on this project for hours.
Amira Chanana, England
I would recommend this course to someone who is planning to take up business. It is a professional course that teaches you a lot.
Sahithi
Grade 10, Future kid's School,
Hyderabad
YLC is a great opportunity to learn from diverse communities, improve communication and leadership skills, and gain invaluable mentorship for success.
Read More
Everyone should Attend YLC, as it's an incredible place with amazing people to develop as a leader and better oneself.
Read Less
Freya
Grade 8, Oberoi International School,
Mumbai
YLC was an amazing experience. I Learned alot about leadership, made friends worldwide. The conference was well-organized and inspiring.
Read More
I highly recommend it to anyone looking to broaden their perspective on leadership and make meaningful connections.
Read Less
Veer Vohra
Grade 11, Dubai College
This workshop has taught me that in order to do something big in life, one need not start with a huge impact. You can start with something small and yet go on to make a big impact.
Read More
Read Less
Shizah Kashmir
Grade 12, Gems Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis
The YLC conference is very action-provoking. It has taught me that if I’m passionate about something I must push harder and try and be an achiever even at an early age.
Read More
That way, YLC has made me feel empowered.
Read Less
Raeed Zainuddin
Grade 8, Sun Beams High School,
Bangladesh
I have become so much more confident in presentation and doing something on the stage. I feel I can appeal to a crowd just by talking to them which I didn't feel before.
Read More
I would 110% recommend everyone to this conference because you can meet so many people, so many personalities from so many places. The main reason why I would recommend it is because of the counselors, they were great.
Read Less
Tanya Tilokani
Grade 12, Cambridge International School, Dubai, UAE
All the mentors were well trained and they used creative techniques to teach us. The use of psychology or the storytelling method were subtle ways of teaching leadership.
Read More
Moreover, the conference was very unique mainly because you were talking to us like we were adults capable of making a change in our own way.
Read Less
Varun Chitturi
Grade 9, Oakridge International School, Hyderabad
The overall experience at the conference was phenomenal. We learned about public speaking, negotiation, and other qualities that are vital for a leader.
Read More
With all that I learned here, I really think I can take my social change project forward and make a huge impact on so many people. The mentors from Harvard were amazing as well and you could talk to them like they are your best friends.
Read Less
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