While the world might be filled with pranks and giggles today, here at The Bennett Center, we’re serious about helping youth entrepreneurs succeed.
Spring is in full swing, and with it comes fresh ideas, renewed energy, and the perfect time to focus on growth. Whether your child is just getting started or looking to take their business to the next level, now’s the time to set goals, sharpen skills, and take action.
Don’t miss our FREE Holiday Business Planning Guide—a printable resource to help your child prepare for seasonal promotions, vendor events, and even their business anniversary.
It includes a step-by-step planning timeline, goal-setting worksheet, and reflection tracker to help your child plan like a pro.
Planning Guide for Kidpreneurs The Bennett Center.pdf
Let’s make this a month of purpose, progress, and powerful moves—no fooling!
— The Bennett Center Team
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Check out what's new in this edition:
- Holiday Business Planning Guide
- Meet Mia Simone of Mia's Kitchen
- Kid Business Success
- Upcoming vendor opportunities
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Meet Mia Simone Davis: The Future Culinary Chef and Owner of Mia's Kitchen
Started by a girl with a goal to open restaurants worldwide!
Mia Simone Davis began her culinary venture at 15. Originally just a vision in her head, Mia's Kitchen has now turned into a thriving food truck business is the owner in just 3 years!
Not only has she catered big events in the community she is also the two year winner of the Big Brother Big Sister Catering for Kids' sake.
Mia hopes to one day travel and prepare authentic recipes during her foreign travels. Her goal is to open successful restaurants worldwide.
To learn more about Mia click the link below!
Secure Your Spot in Our Program!
Let us help turn your child's idea into a ready-to-launch business. Secure a spot today!
Vision to Impact
Discovering and Launching Your Vision
This 12-week foundational track is designed for youth who are ready to explore entrepreneurship, whether they already have a business idea or are starting from scratch.
Participants will learn the essentials of entrepreneurship through engaging lessons, hands-on activities, and mentorship. Participants will leave with a ready-to-launch business or a fully developed plan to bring their vision to life.
Does your child want to start a business but are unsure of how to?
At The Bennett Center we believe that entrepreneurship is one of the most valuable skills a child can learn—and we created a resource to make getting started easier than ever!
Kid Business Success is a Bennett Center published guide designed to help young entrepreneurs turn their ideas into real opportunities.
Inside, kids will find 50 profitable business ideas and a step-by-step roadmap to launching their very first business.
This book helps young entrepreneurs:
🚀 Discover the right business idea based on their passions and strengths
📊 Create a simple business plan to turn their ideas into action
💡 Build confidence in selling, marketing, and managing money
💰 Develop lifelong skills in leadership, problem-solving, and financial independence
Parents will also learn how to support their child’s business journey, making entrepreneurship a family effort that strengthens bonds and creates generational opportunities.
🌟 This is more than just a book—it’s a tool for success!
Vendor Opportunities
Looking for vendor opportunities? The Bennett Center has vendor spots open for the following upcoming events.
JUN 14 - The Kidpreneur Expo of Richmond
Greater Richmond Convention Center • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Our Annual Kidpreneur Expo has expanded to Richmond, VA! We are currently looking for vendors who would like to participate. If you or someone you know would be interested, you can apply at the link below!
AUG 2 - The Kidpreneur Expo of Hampton Roads
Hampton Roads Convention Center • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Our Annual Kidpreneur Expo is coming soon and we need outstanding vendors! If you would like to participate or know someone who would be interested, please apply at the link below!
APR 26 - Young Entrepreneur's Expo
208 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510 • 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Are you looking for a fun event for the whole family? Stop by Seldon Market to visit over 50 booths and over 100 businesses started and ran by the communities top young entrepreneurs.
To learn more information click the link below!
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“The goal of The Bennett Center is to close the gap of poverty.”
— Alasha Bennett (Founder)