YBK Day
Youth Leadership Retreat (YLR)
Lets Start Preparing for our Future Today
This summer, exceptional young entrepreneurs arrive in St. Louis, Missouri with ambition, excitement and hopes for the future to bring entrepreneurship experiences to their communities. Three days later, they return home with the motivation, guidance and skills to help make that dream a reality.
The YBK Day Youth Leadership Retreat (YLR) is a three-day program that provides participants with an environment designed to boost leadership skills that will change their lives and lives within their communities.
Why?
To get trained by mentors for success.
Expand their horizons at workshops and hands-on experiences.
Develop skills—like interviewing, networking.
Four things that made the youth standout
We got dozens of applications. But only accepted 15 young entrepreneurs . What makes them stand out?
- Entrepreneurial Spirit – a love for learning, creativity and problem solving
- Compassion – caring for those around you
- Courage – facing obstacles with poise and maturity
- A positive outlook and a generous spirit
YLR 2024 will take place June 19-22.
Applications are now closed for this year’s YLR 2024. If you are interested in joining the waitlist, please contact us at youthleadershipretreat@ybkday.org.