Camp Enterprise
November 17th & 18th
8:00AM - 3:00PM
McCreary Family Business Center, HUB Station
Before starting the application, please make sure you have the following:
- Teacher recommendation completed - form can be located on the website or at this link >click here
- Please have your essay completed and scanned before starting this application.
Eligibility:
Caldwell County High School students that have completed 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th, grade.
Are you interested in becoming a next-generation entrepreneur? Camp Enterprise is an immersive experience designed to challenge your creativity, leadership skills, and innovative thinking while introducing you to ethical business practices and real-world entrepreneurship.
During the camp, students will:
-
Hear from motivational speakers
-
Work in coached teams
-
Meet local entrepreneurs
-
Learn the core values of Rotary, including the Four-Way Test for ethical decision-making
-
Develop and pitch a business launch to compete for awards and scholarships
Are you up to the challenge?
We are seeking problem-solvers and innovative thinkers who have a genuine interest in launching a business after high school or college. Camp Enterprise uses a competitive, three-stage application process:
-
Application Submission (Due October 23rd):
Complete and submit the application. Applications must include:-
One educator reference letter (uploaded or online form)
-
A personal essay
-
-
Application Review:
A team of business leaders will review all applications and select candidates to advance to interviews. -
Interviews:
Applicants will be contacted to schedule their interview time and location
Students selected to attend Camp Enterprise will be notified by November 1.
There will be a Required Camp Enterprise Pre-Event on November 10th at 6PM if you are accepted.
Camp Enterprise Elements
-
Interaction with successful entrepreneurs
-
Team-building activities
-
Breakout sessions on business planning and strategy
-
Team presentations to business leaders
-
Camp Enterprise awards
We would love to have you as part of our 5th year class