I really liked the Business Plan Competition and have encouraged all my friends to do it. Not only was I learning about being an entrepreneur, but I also got to work with real life entrepreneurs. I learned so much.
Student, Laurel School
I learned in class what it takes to get into business. I will always remember that. Without it, my business and I would not be where we are today.
Student, Horizon Science Academy
Even those who are not specifically interested in entrepreneurship would pick up valuable communication skills at Veale Pitchfest, especially through the team building exercises.
Student, Montessori High School at University Circle
The Forum has inspired me to be more purposeful in stepping out of the classroom and connecting with what’s happening in the entrepreneurship space beyond education.
Teacher, Shaw High School
The mentors were phenomenal and gave us great advice for the Pitchfest and life in general.
Student, Laurel School
The Veale Venture Challenge was a huge success from start to finish.
Parent, Walsh Jesuit High School
It was a lot of fun watching and listening to the other student entrepreneurs at the Veale Venture Challenge finals. For me, presenting on stage in front of more than one hundred people was a bit more “real” and much scarier than presenting in front of a few judges at school.
Student, University School
Everything about the competition was amazing! The executive coaches were fantastic, and the location was amazing. The judges on the day of the competition were really great and provided quick and thoughtful feedback.
Teacher, Walsh Jesuit High School
The executive coaches were enthusiastic and gave useful and critical suggestions to improve student plans and presentations! The judges at the final competition were very experienced and offered excellent questions to the students.
Teacher, Magnificat High School
The Veale Venture Challenge dramatically helped with public speaking, which is something you need now in high school, but especially later on in your career.
Student, Montessori High School
I keep coming back to the Young Entrepreneur Market and it’s one of my favorite things to do. I love seeing a customer’s face light up and getting satisfaction from selling something. I love that feeling.
Student, University School
The Veale Venture Challenge was a great experience for me, especially hearing other students’ business presentations.
Student, Walsh Jesuit High School
Executive Coaching Day before the Veale Venture Challenge finals was a great experience and set me on the path of wanting to be an entrepreneur.
Student, Walsh Jesuit High School
Through this program I made more contacts than I could have ever imagined and learned about the business community and all of the opportunities Cleveland has to offer.
Student, Thomas Harvey High School
By taking part in these programs my skills and understanding of the business world have deepened, giving me a head start on a business major in college.
Student, Beaumont School
I loved the challenge, energy, and inspiration that came from putting the business plan together and working with other entrepreneurs.
Student, Magnificat High school
Veale Startup Week taught me I can design, build, and learn new things and have fun, make new friends, and be myself while doing it!
Student, Glenville High School
This program really exposed the dedication and hard work that the people of Northeast Ohio put into making their own independent businesses and giving back to the community.
Student, Montessori High School
I liked Executive Coaching Day a lot. I got feedback from people who don’t just study business, but who actually run them for a living.
Student, Montessori High School at University Circle
Learning how to pitch an idea was a great experience and a skill that I can use in business and in everyday life.
