2023 Entrepreneurship Summit - National Business Education Association

Entrepreneurship, Business and Marketing Ed Summit

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Educators helping students prepare for entrepreneurship, business, and marketing in a global economy!

National Entrepreneurship, Business and Marketing Summit

Introduction to the Summit

NBEA's is joining forces with members from its Southern Region to host a national event that will help inform and inspire instructors teaching entrepreneurship, business and marketing-related courses in high school and post-secondary. The summit will provide numerous sessions on curriculums, assessment ideas, technology, teaching tips, incorporating certifications, and more. Attendees will also hear from keynote speakers and experience a relevant exposition of vendors that will inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.

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Onsite Registration only after 10/13/23 - $449
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Cancelations must be received in writing on or before September 20, 2023 and are subject to a $50 cancelation fee. Written notice should be sent to bchowning@nbea.org.

Hotel Details

Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
4021 Lakeview Dr
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
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Reservation deadline: Monday, September 25, 2023

How is this summit different from NBEA or past SBEA meetings? The answer is simple, FOCUS. All the sessions will engage attendees on Entrepreneurship, Marketing and General Business classes. Instead of casting a wide net, we want to deepen the experience to give every educator teaching these courses a clear view of the strategies, curriculums and resources used for these topics.

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Schedule of Events

Time	Event
	Thursday, October 19, 2023
7:30 am	Continental Breakfast and Coffee - Audubon/Summit
8:30 am	Welcome and Opening General Session - Audubon/Summit NBEA President Barbara Hagler, Southern Regional President Dr. Cheryl Wiedmaier.
9:45 am	Business Education Essentials - Woodland/Lake NBEA's 2023 Business Education Standards are being released in 2023 and are full of great rich business education content. Learn how to navigate the valuable material while learning several engaging ways to implement it in your classroom. Enter the world of project-based learning, hands-on activities, and incorporating movement while learning without intimidation! You will leave this session with numerous new ideas you can use as soon as you return to your classroom! Presenter - Denise Leigh, Business Educator and Nationally Known Speaker
9:45 am	Creating Future Entrepreneurs: A Design Thinking Journey for K-12 Educators - Audubon/Summit An interactive workshop for entrepreneurship educators that introduces the principles and methods of design thinking as a powerful tool for developing entrepreneurial mindset and skills in students. Through a series of hands-on activities and discussions, participants will learn how to apply design thinking to identify and solve real-world problems, generate innovative ideas, and create user-centered solutions that address the needs of their target customers. This workshop is designed to help educators enhance their teaching approach and empower their students with the mindset and skills needed to succeed as entrepreneurs in today's rapidly changing world. Presenter: Dr. Toi Elizabeth Hershman is a dynamic entrepreneur and passionate advocate for entrepreneurial education... currently the CEO of the National Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education (EntreEd).
10:45 am	Break
11:00 am	Pitch Competition - Who is Doing What in the Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Business Education Ecosystem - Audubon/Summit SUBMIT VOTES FOR THE BEST PITCHES A rapid introduction to different vendors, and service providers who provide critical products and services to help teachers. Service provider present to attendees to do a a brief "pitch" on their role in how they contribute to education ecosystem. Attendees will then confidentially vote for the best "pitch" and recognition will be provided to the winning vendor. This unique approach is designed to help teachers know exactly what is available and how services can be leveraged and help vendors begin to establish relationships with teachers who may use their products or services.
12:30 pm	Lunch Provided and Networking - Audubon/Summit The "Silver Bullet" for Effective Entrepreneurship, Business and Marketing Education - NBEAExecutive Director, Joe McClary
2:00 pm	Keynote Presentation - Scott Molander - Audubon/Summit Scott Molander (pictured), who is one of the Founders and former Chief Operations Officer Lids. Lids is a retailer specializing in athletic headwear. Lids primarily operate under the Lids brand with stores in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, plus various websites. The majority of the stores operate in shopping malls and factory outlet centers. Scott is now a business educator who shares his passion and knowledge of entrepreneurship and marketing with his students.
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm	Entrepreneurship Education Roundtable Discussions - Woodland/Lake Discussion facilitator: Denise Leigh, Pennsylvania Educator Business and Marketing Roundtable Discussion - Audubon/Summit Discussion facilitator: McKale Jones, Georgia Educator
5:15 to 6:15 pm	President's Reception and Sponsor Meet and Greet - Pre-Dinner Function and Cocktails (All invited) - Waterside Restaurant Come enjoy cocktails and predinner networking with leadership and caricature artists and sponsors.
6:15 - 8:00 pm	Evening Dinner Event w/ Vegas Headliner: James Brandon - Audubon/Summit Step into the enchanting world of magic and entertainment with James Brandon, the charismatic star who has mesmerized audiences across Atlanta, Monte Carlo, and the dazzling Las Vegas strip. With a repertoire that includes headlining in the spectacular "Imagine" at the Luxor Hotel and captivating viewers in the Family Channel specials, "The Great Magic of Las Vegas," James promises an unforgettable evening filled with wonder and laughter. Join us for a night of networking, where the magic of connections meets the allure of entertainment!

	Friday, October 20, 2023
7:30 am	Continental Breakfast and Coffee - Audubon/Summit foyer
8:30 am	Entrepreneurship Drives the Economy - Tools and Resources for a 21st Century Entrepreneurship Teacher - Audubon/Summit The dynamic U.S. economy is propelled forward by the innovation and risk-taking of entrepreneurs. Explore the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs and analyze their impact on the economy. Examine topics that impact the work of entrepreneurs, such as intellectual property protection. Receive classroom-ready resources from the Federal Reserve and participate in active-learning lessons that you can take back to your classroom. Presenters Jackie Morgan, Outreach Senior Advisor, and Princeton Williams, Outreach Senior Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
8:30 am	Breathing New Life Into Business and Marketing Education - Woodland/Lake Elevate engagement in your business education classroom with new, innovative ways of teaching. Explore instructional strategies and instructional tools that not only make learning fun for your students but will breathe new life into your teaching. Let's get excited about stepping outside of the box and learning and grow together! Presenter - Denise Leigh, Business Educator and Nationally Known Speaker
9:45 am	Practical Guidance for Project-Based Learning in Teaching Marketing and Entrepreneurship - Audubon/Summit Let's face it, project-based learning can be a fantastic way for students to learn. It can also be a prime opportunity for students to waste time and not fulfill their potential. This session will cover practical advice on implementing project-based learning, from pedagogical strategies for teaching entrepreneurship to helpful tips for running a pitch competition. Attendees will walk away with concrete ideas for making teaching project-based entrepreneurship courses easier to teach and more productive for students. Presenter: Kirk Jacobson, Virtual Startup Academy
9:45 am	Revolutionizing the Scope and Sequence of a Well-developed Entrepreneurship Class - Woodland/Lake Gen Z is known to be the most entrepreneurial generation. We must offer this generation the content and strategies to empower them to succeed in business ownership. In this session, we will lay the groundwork to revolutionize the scope and sequence for a well-developed entrepreneurship class. We will also discuss navigating the essential NBEA standards for a well-designed educational experience. Presenter - Denise Leigh, Business Educator and Nationally Known Speaker
10:45 am	BREAK
11:00 am	Keynote speaker - Gigi Butler Founder of Gigi's Cupcakes - Audubon/Summit Down to her last $33 dollars Gigi’s American Dream success story started from a simple cupcake shop in Nashville TN. The gamble paid off as her franchise locations grossed an estimated $43 million in sales in 2013. Gigi will inspire teachers and provide keys to passing on entrepreneurial skills to students through good times and bad.
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm	Awards and NBEA Southern Leaders Recognition and Cabinet Installation Luncheon - Audubon/Summit Marketing Teacher of the Year, and Entrepreneurship Teacher of the Year will also be awarded
1:30 pm	The Future of Entrepreneurship, Business and Marketing Education - Panel Discussion - Audubon/Summit Join a panel of distinguished leaders on the future of entrepreneurship, marketing and business education along how your teaching should adapt to ensure the workforce of tomorrow. Panel Coordinator: Dr. Geana Mitchell Panel Members: Andy Baggs, Certiport, A Pearson VUE, Territory Sales Manager Laura Boyd Smidt, Program Specialist Uncharted Learning Jillian Berg, Managing Director of Programs, Virtual Enterprises International Cindy Quinlan, G-W Publishers, Veteran Educator and Content Expert
2:30 pm	Closing session - Audubon/Summit
4:00 pm 3:30 pm	SUMMIT WITH US...Literally! OPTIONAL POST-SUMMIT ACTIVITIES (Weather permitting) Stone Mountain Networking Summit Via SkyRide ($25.00 - ticket required) Transportation will be provided to the tram location so visitors can take the tram to the top of Stone Mountain. If weather forces cancellation, refunds will be provided. The shuttle will pick up at the hotel lobby at 3:30 p.m. and return guests at 5:30 p.m. Own Stone Mountain Networking Hike (FREE) - This strenuous 2.5 hour hike will take you up and down 1,686 ft to the magnificent vista's of Stone Mountain. You see the mountain on every approach to the Atlanta Airport. Now you can own the vista many only view from a distance. This hike is designed to provide attendees with a memorable experience that will provide team building, exercise, and a mountain-top experience. This activity is not for those with health conditions that affect ones ability to rigorously climb steps. The shuttle will take guests to the trailhead at 4:00 pm from the Evergreen hotel lobby and return guests at 6:30 pm Lakeside Gristmill Networking Hike (FREE) This 4-mile (2.5 hour) low impact leisurely hike is designed for those who love nature and want a relaxing walk in the woods lakeside with friends. Your destination will be a beautiful hundred year old gristmill that takes you back century. Meet in the hotel lobby at 4:00 p.m. to set off on this hike. The trail is accessible from the hotel. Attire: Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended along with casual, layered outwear. Depending on the weather, weather atop the Stone Mountain could be windy. *Hikes are weather permitting. If the weather does not permit, any fees paid for the SkyRide to the top of Stone Mountain will be refunded promptly after the summit.

Transportation Options from Atlanta Airport:

Uber
Lyft
Taxi Services:
- Atlanta Checker Cab, Phone: 404-351-1111
- Yellow Cab, Phone: 404.-305-9075

Dress Code: Please adhere to a business casual dress code throughout the summit.

! Accommodation Information:

If your school covers your accommodation expenses, school credit cards may be used for your reservation. However, a credit card will need to be provided upon check-in for incidentals. A refundable fee of $50/night will be charged, but it will be refunded after your stay, provided no additional charges are incurred.

!Park Gate Entrance:

When you enter Stone Mountain Park Gate, please be sure to announce yourselves as NBEA Entrepreneurship Education Summit attendees. Failure to do so will result in a $20 gate fee, which the resort cannot refund.

You MUST tell the gate attendant either the phrase: “NBEA” or “Entrepreneurship Education Summit.”

Included Meals:

Your registration includes the following meals:

Thursday: Breakfast, Lunch, Reception & Dinner
Friday: Breakfast & Lunch

Optional Guest Ticket:

You have the option to purchase a ticket for the Thursday evening dinner and magic show. To buy a guest ticket, click here or copy/paste the following URL into your web browser: https://nbea.org/store/ListProducts.aspx?catid=766478

Award Nominations

Nominate someone for one of the following awards:

National Awards - Any NBEA Member is Eligible to Be Nominated

National Entrepreneurship Teacher of the Year
National Marketing Teacher of the Year

Regional Awards - Any Any Member From the NBEA Southern Region

*Southern Region Distinguished Service Award for Outstanding Contribution to Business Education by an Administrator or Supervisor of Business Education
*Southern Region Collegiate/University Teacher of the Year Award Southern Region Post Secondary Teacher of the Year Award
*(Southern Region Middle School/Secondary Business Teacher of the Year Award

* Awards for Southern Region Members only. The Southern Region of NBEA is comprised of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Bermuda, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virgin Islands, Virginia, and West Virginia.

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