A collaboration of the Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce, Sacramento City College, PG&E, Sutter Health, Wells Fargo Bank and AT&T.

The African American community is an important and vibrant part of the Sacramento economic, social and cultural landscape. Many historical contributions have been documented. Central to sustaining these contributions is the continued creation of an infrastructure that builds economic vitality and promotes opportunities for future generations. Thus born . . . YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS ACADEMY (YEA).

GOALS:

• Increase the number of African American youth who can develop the economic capacities to succeed in creating and maintaining their own wealth.
• Mentorship by Sacramento business leaders.
• Create competent, caring and courageous business leaders.
• Provide scholarships for participants.

Eligible Participants:
16-23 year olds with a 2.0 GPA or higher. If selected into the Academy, the student must commit to attend all of the seven sessions and be willing to work with a mentor. Orientation is mandatory.

Structure of the Academy:
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy will provide students the theoretical and practical tools necessary to be successful in business.

Workshops Level 1 & 2:

• Credit Management
• Investing strategies
• Savings/Retirement Planning
• Home Ownership
• Career Exploration and Preparation
• Internships/Projects

YEA participants will be closing the Achievement Gap and Creating a Culture of Wealth!

Academy classes will be held at the:
Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce
5770 Freeport Blvd., Suite 44
Sacramento CA 95822

YEA Steering Committee

Michael Poindexter
Vice President Student Services
Sacramento City College

Marqus Powe
Student Representative

Claire Scott
Graduate Student
Drexel University

Tanya Anderson M.A.
High School Outreach Specialist
Sacramento City College

Toni Newman M.A.
High School Outreach Specialist
Sacramento City College

Letitia Buchanan
Executive Assistant to the President/CEO
Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce