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Being an entrepreneur is more than simply owning your own business.\u00a0 You are building something tangible out of an idea.\u00a0 It takes extreme dedication and relentless hard work to become a sustainable business, especially without the support of a parent company or big industry to back your concepts.<\/p>\n

Thinking outside of the box is an attribute not everyone possesses.\u00a0 The ability to take a notion and morph it into a successful business venture is rare.\u00a0 It\u2019s also risky.\u00a0 Failure lingers at every turn, threatening to put an end to lifelong dreams.\u00a0 But if you can handle the risk, the reward is beyond worth it.<\/p>\n

Younger people today are more apt to challenge older ideas.\u00a0 They bring a creative, open-minded perspective to many aspects within the business world.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s only fitting, then, to provide them with the tools to reach those dreams and give them a chance at success.<\/p>\n

NIACC, along with the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center, conducts the Youth Entrepreneurial Academy each year which encourages high school students to launch their own business ideas and offers an opportunity to earn the seed money to do so.\u00a0 The Academy exposes students to entrepreneurship, gives them the chance to apply their skills and creativity, helps them understand critical thinking, and gives them the power to become a \u201cjob creator\u201d instead of a \u201cjob taker.\u201d<\/p>\n

The 5-day Academy concludes with a Pitch Competition, where students compete for cash prizes.\u00a0 Every participant will receive a $500 NIACC scholarship.\u00a0 They also receive gas cards to pay for the week\u2019s travel from their homes or are welcome to stay at NIACC Campus View Student Housing for the week.<\/p>\n

The program is free for all in attendance thanks to the generous support from the John K. and Luise V. Hanson Foundation.<\/p>\n

An opportunity he\u2019ll never forget.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Christopher Molander<\/p><\/div>\n

The Youth Entrepreneurial Academy was nothing new for Christopher Molander, as he had participated in it for previous business ventures.\u00a0 It was at a friend\u2019s house, however, where he discovered his intrigue of beekeeping.\u00a0 After countless hours of research, he crossed paths with another local beekeeper, Richard Vonderhoe, who also happened to be the President of the North Iowa Beekeepers Club.\u00a0 This was a great first step as it opened doors to meeting new people and receiving additional insight to begin his business.<\/p>\n

He continued his research, soaking up as much knowledge from colleagues and contacts as possible.\u00a0 It was when he got the bees, however, when he realized there was still a lot to learn.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is something new to learn every day,\u201d he stated. \u201cI love the challenge and excitement of it, but I knew I still needed more guidance.\u201d<\/p>\n

He then enrolled in NIACC Continuing Education\u2019s Basics and Business Beekeeping<\/em> certificate class, which provided additional insight from teachers and other bee enthusiasts.\u00a0 In the summer of 2022, he also participated in the YEA program through NIACC and the Pappajohn Center, where he was awarded seed money for his beekeeping business, Liquid Gold.<\/p>\n

In a few weeks, he will be extracting honey from his three hives, something he is very excited about.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been a successful first season,\u201d Molander said.\u00a0 \u201cAnd I\u2019m excited to continue.\u201d<\/p>\n

Christopher\u2019s path led him from idea to reality.\u00a0 Like any entrepreneurial trail to success, it wasn\u2019t quick or easy.\u00a0 It took dedication and hard work.\u00a0 Thankfully, he found the right tools to help him along the way –\u00a0NIACC and the Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center.<\/p>\n

To learn more about this incredible opportunity for young entrepreneurs, visit https:\/\/www.pappajohncenter.com\/education\/k-12\/youth-entrepreneurial-academy\/<\/a>.\u00a0 It might be just what you need to jumpstart your dream to success.<\/p>\n

Also, watch for opportunities to expand your horizons through NIACC Continuing Education\u2019s Business & Workforce Solutions<\/a> and DiscoverU<\/a> classes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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