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SUMMARY:IDEA Camp - Forest City
DESCRIPTION:An exciting day camp opportunity for 6th\, 7th\, & 8th grade students\nDive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation\, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help discovering one\, our camp provides the tools and support needed to bring their entrepreneurial dreams to life. \n\nDate: Friday June 27\, 2025\nCheck-in: 8am – 8:30am\nTime: 8:30am – 3:30pm\nCost: $49 (lunch included)\nLocation: John K Hanson Career Center\n\n124 Nerem Drive South\nForest City\, IA 50436\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the Pappajohn Center at pappajohn@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4111. Or contact Raegan Hanson\, Youth Entrepreneurship Coordinator\, directly at raegan.hanson@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4234. \nRegister Now >\n  \n What Students Will Learn\n\nIdeation and Discovery: Develop creative thinking skills and learn how to identify problems and opportunities that can lead to innovative business ideas.\nBusiness Model Canvas: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the nine key building blocks of the Business Model Canvas\, including value proposition\, target market\, and revenue streams.\nValue Proposition: Discover how to define and deliver products or services that meet customer needs.\nTarget Market: Understand the importance of identifying and analyzing the ideal customer for a business idea.\nMarketing Strategies: Learn how to create simple\, effective marketing plans to promote a business idea.\nThe Role of Partnerships: Explore how key partners\, resources\, and activities can strengthen a business.\nFinancial Literacy: Create simple financial projections to estimate costs and revenue.\n\nActivities & Deliverables:\n\nInteractive Workshops: Hands-on sessions focused on real-world applications of entrepreneurship concepts.\nBusiness Model Canvas: Each student will complete a Business Model Canvas for their business idea\, outlining the critical elements of their proposed venture.\nExecutive Summary: Students will write a clear\, concise overview of their business\, showcasing their understanding of the entrepreneurship process.\nFinancial Projections: Simple\, guided exercises to help students estimate startup costs\, pricing\, and potential revenue.\nPitch Presentation: The camp culminates in a presentation where students pitch their ideas to peers and instructors\, gaining confidence and feedback.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis camp is perfect for middle schoolers eager to explore entrepreneurship\, develop creative problem-solving skills\, and build confidence in their ability to create and innovate. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and enthusiasm!
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/idea-camp-forest-city/
LOCATION:John V. Hanson Career Center\, 124 Nerem Drive South\, Forest City\, IA\, 50436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student Entrepreneurship,Youth
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SUMMARY:IDEA Camp - Charles City
DESCRIPTION:An exciting day camp opportunity for 6th\, 7th\, & 8th grade students\nDive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation\, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help discovering one\, our camp provides the tools and support needed to bring their entrepreneurial dreams to life. \n\nDate: Wednesday July 2\, 2025\nCheck-in: 8am – 8:30am\nTime: 8:30am – 3:00pm\nCost: $49 (lunch included)\nLocation: NIACC Career Center – Charles City\n\n1203 Brantingham St\nCharles City\, IA 50616\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the Pappajohn Center at pappajohn@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4111. Or contact Raegan Hanson\, Youth Entrepreneurship Coordinator\, directly at raegan.hanson@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4234. \nRegister Now >\n  \n What Students Will Learn\n\nIdeation and Discovery: Develop creative thinking skills and learn how to identify problems and opportunities that can lead to innovative business ideas.\nBusiness Model Canvas: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the nine key building blocks of the Business Model Canvas\, including value proposition\, target market\, and revenue streams.\nValue Proposition: Discover how to define and deliver products or services that meet customer needs.\nTarget Market: Understand the importance of identifying and analyzing the ideal customer for a business idea.\nMarketing Strategies: Learn how to create simple\, effective marketing plans to promote a business idea.\nThe Role of Partnerships: Explore how key partners\, resources\, and activities can strengthen a business.\nFinancial Literacy: Create simple financial projections to estimate costs and revenue.\n\nActivities & Deliverables:\n\nInteractive Workshops: Hands-on sessions focused on real-world applications of entrepreneurship concepts.\nBusiness Model Canvas: Each student will complete a Business Model Canvas for their business idea\, outlining the critical elements of their proposed venture.\nExecutive Summary: Students will write a clear\, concise overview of their business\, showcasing their understanding of the entrepreneurship process.\nFinancial Projections: Simple\, guided exercises to help students estimate startup costs\, pricing\, and potential revenue.\nPitch Presentation: The camp culminates in a presentation where students pitch their ideas to peers and instructors\, gaining confidence and feedback.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis camp is perfect for middle schoolers eager to explore entrepreneurship\, develop creative problem-solving skills\, and build confidence in their ability to create and innovate. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and enthusiasm!
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/idea-camp-charles-city/
LOCATION:NIACC Career Center – Charles City\, 203 Brantingham St\, Charles City\, IA\, 50616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student Entrepreneurship,Youth
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SUMMARY:IDEA Camp - Charles City
DESCRIPTION:An exciting day camp opportunity for 6th\, 7th\, & 8th grade students\nDive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation\, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help discovering one\, our camp provides the tools and support needed to bring their entrepreneurial dreams to life. \nIDEA Camp features interactive activities and hands-on learning in real-world skills\, from financial literacy to marketing and design. The day will conclude with a Pitch Competition\, where all students are invited to pitch their ideas to peers and instructors\, gaining confidence and feedback. \nDate: Tuesday July 7\, 2026 \nCheck-in: 8:30am \nTime: 8:30am – 3:00pm \nCost: $25 – Lunch included \nLocation: NIACC Career Center – Charles City\n1203 Brantingham St\nCharles City\, IA 50616 \nQuestions? Please contact the Pappajohn Center at pappajohn@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4111. Or contact Raegan Hanson\, Youth Entrepreneurship Coordinator\, directly at raegan.hanson@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4234. \nRegister Now >\n  \nWho Should Attend?\nThis camp is perfect for middle schoolers eager to explore entrepreneurship\, develop creative problem-solving skills\, and build confidence in their ability to create and innovate. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and enthusiasm! \nThe Charles City IDEA Camp is generously sponsored by First Citizens Bank
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LOCATION:NIACC Career Center – Charles City\, 203 Brantingham St\, Charles City\, IA\, 50616\, United States
CATEGORIES:IDEA Camp,Youth
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SUMMARY:IDEA Camp - Clear Lake
DESCRIPTION:An exciting day camp opportunity for 6th\, 7th\, & 8th grade students\nDive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation\, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help discovering one\, our camp provides the tools and support needed to bring their entrepreneurial dreams to life. \nIDEA Camp features interactive activities and hands-on learning in real-world skills\, from financial literacy to marketing and design. The day will conclude with a Pitch Competition\, where all students are invited to pitch their ideas to peers and instructors\, gaining confidence and feedback. \nDate: Thursday July 9\, 2026 \nCheck-in: 8:30am \nTime: 8:30am – 3:00pm \nCost: $25 – Lunch included \nLocation: Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce\n205 Main Ave\nClear Lake\, IA 50428 \nQuestions? Please contact the Pappajohn Center at pappajohn@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4111. Or contact Raegan Hanson\, Youth Entrepreneurship Coordinator\, directly at raegan.hanson@niacc.edu or call 641-422-4234. \nRegister Now >\n  \nWho Should Attend?\nThis camp is perfect for middle schoolers eager to explore entrepreneurship\, develop creative problem-solving skills\, and build confidence in their ability to create and innovate. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and enthusiasm! \nThe Clear Lake IDEA Camp is generously sponsored by Bank Iowa
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/idea-camp-clear-lake/
LOCATION:Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce\, 205 Main Avenue\, Clear Lake\, IA\, 50428\, United States
CATEGORIES:IDEA Camp,Youth
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