Kids Day: Young Entrepreneur Showcase

Join us to empower our youngest business minds to run their own small business!

Click here to register for the Young Entrepreneur Showcase. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Young Entrepreneur Showcase

Mobile's next generation of business leaders ages 5-17 are invited to showcase their creativity at the Young Entrepreneur Showcase. On September 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., participants can sell handmade products, offer professional services, or promote their businesses at Innovation Portal. In order to have a booth at the showcase, participants must be able to

• Set up and manage their booth.
• Answer customer questions.
• Take/fulfill orders and accept payment.

Participants are allowed to sell handmade goods, crafts, jewelry, snacks with ingredients listed on packaging, and services. They are also welcome to advertise their business and set up promotional displays. Participants are NOT allowed to sell fresh foods that need to be kept cold/hot or made on site, pets, items sold for their parents, or promote fundraisers. Participants must be actively involved in making or sourcing their products.

Registration for a booth is free, but participants must have a City of Mobile Business License in order to participate. The fee to obtain a Business License is $25. Click here to apply for a City of Mobile Business License. Note: the application should be in your child's name. If your child does not have an ID, they can use their birth certificate.

To obtain the Business License, participants must also attend the informational session in August ahead of the event.

CLICK HERE to view participant guidelines and read the FAQ.

Required Informational Session

Participants are required to attend an Informational Session from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 30 at the James Seals Community Center. This session will:

• Walk participants through the event process and expectations.
• Provide guidance on obtainining the $25 City of Mobile Business License.
• Assist with registration for the Showcase and Pitch Compeition.
• Answer questions for both parents and participants.

Representatives from the City of Mobile Revenue Department will be present to help with licensing questions, and the Innovation Portal team will be present to provide insight into the Pitch Competition process and expectations.

Pitch Competition

Youth ages 14-17 may also participate in a Pitch Competition! Compete by presenting your ideas to local business leaders for a chance to win exciting prizes.

Other Highlights

Enjoy music and participate in fun activities for all ages!

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