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    05 December 2011
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  • Table of contents:

    1. REVISIT THE 2011 FORUM IN CINCINNATI
    2. FANTASTIC REAL-LIFE STORIES FROM YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS
    3. NFIB OFFERS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS
    4. INTERESTING ARTICLES for Entrepreneurs

  • 1. REVISIT THE 2011 FORUM IN CINCINNATI

    PICTURES, VIDEOS, POWERPOINTS, and GREAT IDEAS ... ENJOY the opportunity to learn from, see your friends, and hear the latest ideas from participants at the 29th Annual Entrepreneurship Education FORUM in Cincinnati in November.

    http://www.entre-ed.org/_network/forum2011.htm

    Go to the website to find the newest resources for your program:

    • ARE YOU READY FOR THE FUTURE? An OUTSTANDING Video from John Klipfell, Entrepreneurial Engagement Ohio, that is available to use and share everywhere. This is a "must see" for students and educators alike.

    • YouTube Videos of the speeches of all the MAJOR SPEAKERS - and resource provided for your use.

    • Lots of PHOTOS OF THE PARTICIPANTS in every activity and event, thanks to Dean Kanipe and Chip Lowe.

    • Copies of POWERPOINTS AND HANDOUTS from many of the presenters in concurrent sessions and Roundtables ... and the full conference program and participant list.

    We did our best to capture it for you, whether you were there or could not join us this year.

    Those who have pictures or handouts to add are welcome to do so anytime. Just send them to Cathy Ashmore.

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  • 2. FANTASTIC REAL-LIFE STORIES FROM YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS

    Check out the latest issue of FUTURE CEO STARS, the Consortium's magazine featuring students who have taken the challenge to be entrepreneurs. Learn about entrepreneurial ventures in bee-keeping, teaching English in China, and making AMAZING Balloon Animals while still participants in entrepreneurship education programs.

    Thanks to our member organizations for all they do for these young people, and for encouraging these student entrepreneurs to tell their stories.

    You will find the latest magazine issue at http://www.fcsmag.com as well as past issues from the previous 4 years of publication. If you have a great student story for the magazine please contact editor Mike Ashmore at <mashmore@entre-ed.org>.

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  • 3. NFIB OFFERS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS

    Educators! Do you know a budding entrepreneur or a student who has started their own business? Do you know of a high school senior deserving of a scholarship to college?

    Encourage your students to apply for the 2012 Young Entrepreneur Award Scholarships through the National Federation of Independent Businesses. NFIB is looking to recognize the entrepreneurial spirit of graduating high school seniors and encouraging today’s youth to become tomorrow’s entrepreneurs.

    Applications are due December 15, 2011. For more information about the scholarships and the application process visit http://www.nfib.com/yef/ Click on YEF Programs on the left side to find scholarship information.

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  • 4. INTERESTING ARTICLES for Entrepreneurs

    Thanks to the Young Entrepreneur Council for a new supply of articles that may enhance your programs . . . Use the password "press" to view ...

    Why the 'Steady Job' Is a Myth
    http://theyec.org/why-the-steady-job-is-a-myth/

    5 Reasons Your Company Should Invest in Strategic Bylaws
    http://theyec.org/5-reasons-your-company-should-invest-in...

    How Sharing Ideas Sustains the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
    http://theyec.org/how-sharing-ideas-sustains-the-entrepre...

    How to Enter the Global Market In 5 Steps http://theyec.org/how-to-enter-the-global-market-in-5-steps/

    5 Ways to Build a Sustainable Business Model http://theyec.org/5-ways-to-build-a-sustainable-business-...

    7 Steps to Becoming a Social Entrepreneur http://theyec.org/7-steps-to-becoming-a-social-entreprene...

    How to Keep Your Business's Private Data Safe http://theyec.org/how-to-keep-your-businesss-private-data...

    How Working With a Non-Profit Could Lead to Your Next Big Idea http://theyec.org/how-working-with-a-non-profit-could-lea...

    Please feel free to syndicate anything from this list. All we ask is that you include the writer's mini bio and our YEC mini bio at the end of each piece. Both are already at the end of each article as it appears on our website. (Young Entrepreneur Council)

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    Watch for new E 3 Webinars to be scheduled after the Christmas Holidays.
    http://www.entre-ed.org/e3webinars/

    And start planning now for an activity to celebrate your local entrepreneurs for the last week in February....the 6th Annual National Entrepreneurship Week will be celebrated February 18 - 25, 2012. Use this opportunity to put a spotlight on the great things you are doing to encourage young entrepreneurs and honor the local entrepreneurs that are great role models.

    Check it out at http://www.entre-week.org

    Cheers,

    Cathy

    Cathy Ashmore, Executive Director
    Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education
    614-486-6538; cashmore@entre-ed.org

    http://www.entre-ed.org
    http://www.fcsmag.com
    http://www.entre-week.org
    http://www.YEAleaders.org

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