Young Entrepreneur Academy

Transform Your Dreams into a Business

The Young Entrepreneur Academy (YEA) is a free, virtual, on-demand business training resource with a self-guided curriculum co-designed by young adult entrepreneurs. The program is specifically tailored for young adults, age 16 to 30, who are ready to explore self-employment and entrepreneurship. The academy features 10 program units that participants can explore in any order, allowing those who are already running a business to focus on the sections most relevant to them. YEA is a shining example of working at the speed of trust, co-designing with living experts and leveraging the expertise of state and local partners. YEA exemplifies the benefit of thought partnership within the WIOA Youth community of practice and interagency partnership. Learn more about the origins of this effort on the ESD blog.