Calling all high school students 15-18 years of age! Would you like to be your own boss? Participate in the Longo Family Be Your Own Boss Pitch program to learn how to start your own business, and win a share of $6,500 to help you get started!
The Be Your Own Boss (BYOB) High School program and video pitch competition is dedicated to the next generation of entrepreneurs. This competition will help to better equip students to showcase their idea and move the idea to the next level.
The Longo BYOB Video Pitch Competition provides aspiring high school entrepreneurs with the opportunity to develop and pitch their business ideas for an opportunity to win a share of $6,500 in funding to support the startup.
First Place |
$3,000 |
Second Place |
$2,000 |
Third Place |
$1,000 |
Fourth Place |
$500 |
Total Prizes |
$6,500 |
Sign up as a general member of the Centre for Entrepreneurship .
Register and attend at least 2 of 4 virtual workshops YMCA Y4E Workshops. Create a video pitch (assistance available upon request).
Register for an optional pitch practice session held online on March 9.
Submit application by March 29 including your pitch video (it is suggested to upload your pitch video as unlisted to YouTube and share that link).
Applications reviewed and finalists selected.
A winner will be chosen and a celebration event will take place (date to be confirmed).
Humber is an equal opportunity institution, which values diversity. We are happy to accommodate any individual needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance. Some examples may include: alternate formats for communication material, technical aids/assistive devices, workshop scheduling to accommodate a religious holiday, etc.
February 8th, 2023 |
Getting started and finding support as a Young Entrepreneur |
February 15th, 2023 |
Building social and digital media skills as a Young Entrepreneur |
February 22nd, 2023 |
Getting Financial Savvy as a Young Entrepreneur |
March 1st, 2023 |
On-line Safety and safe online banking |
March 9th, 2023 |
OPTIONAL Practice Pitch event |
Program made possible thanks to the support of the Longo Family Foundation.
The Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship
The Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship (Longo CfE) is for everyone who wants to explore the world of entrepreneurship. The Longo CfE provides a space for like-minded individuals to meet, collaborate, and create. No matter the passion, interest or previous entrepreneurial experiences, the Longo CfE has specialized learning opportunities that stimulate new ways of thinking and support entrepreneurial goals.
Humber Centres of Innovation Network
Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation
Centre for Creative Business Innovation
Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship