TCMU Honors Young Entrepreneurs and Sells Their Products

A Platform for Young Entrepreneurs

In an exciting initiative, The Children’s Museum of the Upstate (TCMU) in Greenville, South Carolina, is providing a platform to celebrate the creativity and business acumen of six young entrepreneurs. The recognized individuals, all girls under the age of 16, will have an opportunity to sell their hand-crafted toys at the museum’s gift shop for a period of 30 days.

More than Just a Sale: Recognition and Confidence Building

The TCMU not only provided a retail outlet for these young entrepreneurs’ products but also awarded the winners with social media promotions, four admission tickets, and a 30-day retail display at the TCMU Store. This endeavor goes beyond the sale of their products, fostering a sense of accomplishment and boosting their confidence.

The Featured Young Entrepreneurs

Among the chosen ones are:

1. Desiree McNutt, age 12. A budding crochet artist celebrated for her ‘two peas in a pod’ crochet creations.
2. Ruthie Williams, age 14. She exhibits her craft skill with her crocheted cat hats, bookmarks, and keychains.
3. Charlotte Brogdon, age 11. She spreads her inspirational message,”It doesn’t really matter how old you are. You can make an impact on the world.”
4. Savannah Jenkins, age 8. The youngest of the group, Jenkins designs sunglasses for kids, intending to spread “happiness and confidence”.
5. Emma Bogle, age 12. A creative artist with her 3D printed animal habitats, she also showcased her craftsmanship by designing the display case.
6. Scarlett Graham, age 15. The teenager surprised everyone with her handcrafted beaded suncatchers.

Youth Empowerment at Its Best

The TCMU’s initiative not only offers these young business minds a chance to showcase and sell their products but also encourages them to pursue their entrepreneurial ambitions. This platform is instrumental in fostering great skill and boosting self-esteem among these talented children, ultimately preparing them for a bright future.

A Glimpse into TCMU’s Young Entrepreneur Market

The winners were chosen after a thorough process that involved nearly 30 kids launching their own business at the TCMU’s young entrepreneur market. These children were tasked with formulating a business and marketing plan, while their products were judged on their creativity, fun-factor, and play value.

A Step toward Inspiration

The initiative by TCMU offers an inspiring story to all young dreamers. The platform crafted by the museum display’s dedication towards fostering a spirit of entrepreneurship among children. As Charlotte Brogdon said, “Everyone has different qualities that they can activate and use those things to do good.”.