NILES, Ohio – Junior Achievement of Eastern Ohio, in partnership with Eastwood Mall and The Cafaro Foundation, will host a Youth Market Day from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday in the mall’s center court.
The event gives young entrepreneurs in the area the opportunity to promote their businesses and sell their products in a public space, gaining real-world experience in customer service, making change, marketing and managing inventory.
Nine vendors who have completed the JA Start My Business Workshop are expected to participate.
During the Youth Market Day, participants are judged on several criteria by local business professionals and compete for Best in Show, Best Customer Service and Most Innovative Product. The awards portion will begin at 2:30 p.m.
Junior Achievement of Eastern Ohio provides education and learning experiences focused on entrepreneurship, financial literacy and work and career readiness. The curriculum is provided free to schools and school districts and aligns with federal and state standards and mandates.
For more information, contact Joanna Feathers, Junior Achievement of Eastern Ohio learning experience manager, at 330 539 5268, ext. 102.