Young Entrepreneur Incubator
Only 20 Spots Available!
Apply Today to Secure Your Child’s Place in Launching Their Own Business
ABOUT US
Shaping the Next Generation of Founders
The Young Entrepreneur Incubator is not about preparing for the future—it’s about building real businesses right now. In this year-long program, students will launch and run their own businesses with the support of industry leaders, state-of-the-art technology, and exclusive mentorship.
With only 20 spots available, this program begins in January 2025 at the cutting-edge Jacob’s Ladder facility. If your teen is ready to found and scale a real business today, this is the opportunity they can’t miss.
Hosted at Jacob’s Ladder
Where the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs Are Born
The Young Entrepreneur Incubator will be hosted at Jacob’s Ladder, a state-of-the-art business facility in Ft. Washington, MD. Here, your child will have access to professional-grade workspaces like hot desks, vibe boards, and collaborative classrooms—the kind of environment where real business gets done.
Jacob’s Ladder gives students the perfect setting to build and run their businesses, surrounded by all the tools and technology they need to succeed from day one.
OUR OFFERINGS
What the Incubator Offers
This exclusive program is designed to transform your teen from aspiring entrepreneur into a real-world business owner.
Here’s what they’ll get:
A Year-Long, Hands-On Journey
Starting in January 2025, your teen won’t just learn about business—they’ll launch and operate a real business. From product development to marketing strategies, they’ll take the reins and begin running their company within the first quarter of the program.
Comprehensive Business Infrastructure
Each student receives all the tools they need to launch and operate their business, including:
A professional website
A point-of-sale system
Email & SMS marketing software
Sales funnels and marketing tools
A complete business kit
Four Key Phases of Business Development
The incubator is broken into four quarters, each designed to guide your child through every aspect of building and running a successful business:
Quarter 1
Launching the Business
From ideation to pricing strategies, students launch their business early in the program.
Quarter 2
Market Research & Sales
Understanding customers and refining sales approaches to make the business grow.
Quarter 3
Business Marketing & Operations
Scaling through digital marketing and operational systems.
Quarter 4
Financial Planning & Funding
Launching the Business – From ideation to pricing strategies, students launch their business early in the program.
Cutting-Edge Technology
Students will master A.I. tools to create logos, business plans, theme music, and more. This is where they’ll learn how to leverage technology to produce professional results and gain an unmatched edge in today’s market.
Why Choose Raising Founders?
The Young Entrepreneur Incubator is unlike any other program, and here’s why:
Your Child Will Run Their Own Business—Now
From the moment they enter the incubator, students will begin working toward launching their business. This isn’t about theories or future plans—your child will actively be running a real company before they even leave the program. Each quarter is designed to take their business to the next level, with support, mentorship, and resources tailored to their specific needs.
Mentorship from Top Industry Leaders
Your child will learn directly from 9-figure business builders, Broadway producers, and social media influencers—the same professionals shaping the world of business today. They’ll get the guidance needed to grow and sustain their business in a competitive landscape.
Exclusive Learning Environment at Jacob’s Ladder
With only 20 spots, each student benefits from an intimate, focused experience in a cutting-edge workspace. Jacob’s Ladder provides the tools, technology, and environment that foster creativity and innovation, allowing students to operate at the highest level.
Endorsements from Leaders in Education
Backed by the County Executive, Raising Founders is recognized for its ability to deliver top-tier entrepreneurial education.
Apply Today
Only 20 Spots Available!
With only 20 students being selected for this exclusive incubator, time is running out. Your child doesn’t need to have an existing business, but they must be ready to launch and operate a company throughout the program. Each applicant will be interviewed to ensure they’re the right fit for this intensive, hands-on incubator,
launching in January 2025.
Our Program Structure
Your child won’t just learn business—they’ll run a business. Here’s how the year breaks down:
In-Person Sessions Twice a Month
At Jacob’s Ladder, students will attend intensive sessions designed to mimic real-world business environments. These sessions will push students to collaborate, create, and innovate in a high-energy, high-impact setting.
Virtual Check-Ins Twice a Month
Students will also have virtual sessions where they can discuss progress, troubleshoot challenges, and get guidance on growing their business.
Office Hours & Personalized Mentorship
With regular office hours, students have access to personalized feedback and coaching. This ensures that every student gets the support they need to thrive.
Pop-Up Shops and Investor Pitches
Throughout the year, students will participate in pop-up shops to sell their products and gain invaluable retail experience. The year culminates in an investor pitch, where they’ll have the opportunity to secure seed funding from local investors.
Redefining Success
Transformational Outcomes
Real Businesses Launched and Operated
Your teen will launch and run a real business during the incubator.
From product development to sales strategies, they’ll actively build and manage a business that generates real-world results.
Skills for Life in Real-Time
The skills they acquire in this program aren’t just theoretical—they’ll be applied immediately as they operate their business, learning as they grow and facing challenges head-on with the support of industry experts.
Who This Is For
This program is for teens who are ready to take action and run their own business now. Here’s who we’re looking for:
Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Teens ready to bring their business ideas to life and operate them immediately.
Innovators and Problem Solvers
Those who thrive on creativity and finding new solutions.
Tech-Savvy Go-Getters
Teens eager to dive into advanced business technologies.
Future Leaders
Those with the drive to build, lead, and inspire others.
Teens Ready for the Challenge
Students willing to put in the work and see tangible results from day one.
If this sounds like your child, don’t wait—this is the opportunity to build a real business.
The moment is now
Limited Time—Apply Today!
This one-of-a-kind incubator offers an opportunity that your child won’t find anywhere else. With only 20 spots available and applications filling fast, now is the time to act. Help your teen secure their place in the Young Entrepreneur Incubator, launching in January 2025. They won’t just learn—they’ll build and run a business alongside industry leaders.
