Middle School Entrepreneurs Shine at Canyon Ranch
Middle school students in the mxINCedu program at Canyon Ranch Middle School recently demonstrated their entrepreneurial skills through product pitches. Two teams presented their unique creations, the "Busy Board" and the "Bottle Belt," showcasing their skills in business knowledge, presenting and teamwork.
Team 1: The "Busy Board"
The first team pitched the "Busy Board," a sensory tool designed to help children focus and maintain concentration. They highlighted its potential benefits for enhancing learning experiences and identified a market need for such cognitive development tools. The team also discussed production costs, market competitors, and profit projections, showing a strategic approach to product development.
Team 2: The "Bottle Belt"
The second team introduced the "Bottle Belt," a convenient solution for managing water bottles during physical activities. They showcased their knowledge of the target audience and market trends, emphasizing the product's practicality and user-friendliness. Their pitch included an analysis of competitors and the product's market positioning.
Skill Building Beyond Business
The mxINCedu program at Canyon Ranch Middle School offers students a transformative learning experience. These young entrepreneurs demonstrated their ability to conceptualize, create, and pitch products effectively, reflecting the program's success in teaching essential entrepreneurial skills as well as the durable skills that apply to any future path.