NFTE Takes Center Stage at the ASU+GSV Summit
AI, entrepreneurship, and the future of education: everyone was talking about these important topics at the annual ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, and NFTE alumni were at the forefront of these conversations! NFTE President & CEO, Dr. J.D. LaRock moderated two panels at this year’s conference, the first at the inaugural ASU+GSV AIR Show. At […]
NFTE Alumnus Darius Davie Named Awards of Excellence Winner
The Hospitality Diversity Action Council (HDAC) has announced NFTE alumnus and entrepreneur Darius Davie as the winner of its fourth annual Awards of Excellence. The honor recognizes exemplary work by individuals and companies that are working to advance the hospitality industry through the promotion of diversity, inclusivity, and equity. Raised in New York and now residing in […]
Celebrating Women of NFTE
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) proudly recognizes the incredible women within our organization who embody the entrepreneurial mindset. These individuals demonstrate the skills and qualities that enable entrepreneurs to identify opportunities, overcome challenges, and succeed in various settings. At NFTE, we believe that an entrepreneurial mindset is a […]
Empowering the Next Generation of Women Entrepreneurs: Diana Dibble’s NFTE Volunteer Journey
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s essential to recognize the incredible impact that women entrepreneurs have on our society. When Diana Dibble, CEO of Tripod Coaching and Consulting®️ and President and Co-Founder of Design To Delivery Inc, began volunteering with the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) in 2019, little did she know how it would […]
NFTE Alumni: Celebrating Black History Month
The 2024 Black History Month theme, “African Americans and the Arts,” celebrates the boundless creativity and perseverance of Black culture. Entrepreneur Marsha Corelien embodies these values through her journey from a high school student launching a hair braiding business with a NFTE grant to a thriving HR professional and small business owner operating across North […]
Opportunity Through Mentorship
Through mentors at EY and beyond, NFTE alumna Zainabou Thiam had opportunities to scale her business, pitch in front of hundreds of professionals, and gain valuable college and career advice. NFTE’s program model relies on support from volunteers in the business community bringing real-world experiences and networking opportunities directly to our learners.
Congrats to NFTE’s Global Champion & Innovative Competitors
On November 16, 2023, the National Museum of the American Indian in New York City became the center of innovation and inspiration as 23 students from 11 countries came together for Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship’s (NFTE’s) World Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge. From tech innovations to sustainable solutions and everything in between, these young minds showcased their ingenuity, […]
Exploring Paths to Global Well-being: Insights from UN Global Goals Conversation
In a world of 8 billion people and counting, can we truly achieve the UN’s goal of “healthy lives and well-being for all”? NFTE hosted the United Nations Global Goals Conversation on November 15 in New York City, delving into this thought-provoking question. Presented by Aramco, Citi Foundation, EY, and MetLife Foundation, with support from […]
EY Connect Day empowers Young Innovators for a Better Future
This fall, NFTE hosted Innovation Days as part of the World Series of Innovation (WSI), bringing together young people and volunteers from around the world to tackle the biggest challenges facing humanity and advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals. With the help of expert volunteers and business plan coaches, these Innovation Days aimed to inspire the next […]
NFTE Alumna Ela Gokcigdem Wins European Entrepreneurship Challenge
Six Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) alumni took their business ideas “for a better future” to the international stage in Kitzbuhel, Austria. The Sept. 23-26, 2023, YouthStart European Entrepreneurship competition celebrated the creativity and innovative capacity of youth. The annual awards program featured the Idea, Real Market, and We Grow Together challenges along with a […]