Administered by the Guysborough County Regional Development Authority, the program teaches students about basic entrepreneurship through training, mentorship and running their own summer business. They are provided with training in bookkeeping, advertising, marketing, etc. Each participant works with a mentor who will be available to answer any questions the student may have throughout the summer. We visit all eight schools in Guysborough County in April to give out applications and information about the 'Business Builders' program. We outline the program and give a presentation on all last year's students and their summer businesses.
Many students get ideas from previous businesses.
Then in May, we attend the schools again to hold a session with the parents and students. Parental involvement and support is a necessary part of this program. We also hold training days throughout the summer. This year, there are 28 businesses with more than 30 students involved in the program. A big Closing Celebration is held for the students to celebrate their accomplishments and experiences.