Annual Kidpreneur Summit – A Day of Entrepreneurship for the Youth

This summit is for kids from 9 years old to 17 years old that have Entrepreneurial dreams. Have your scholar learn from business owners.

The Annual Kidpreneur Summit is back—and bigger than ever! Join us for a powerful day dedicated to inspiring, educating, and equipping the next generation of young business leaders. Whether your child already has a business or is just beginning to explore their big ideas, this summit will give them the tools, confidence, and community they need to thrive.

Hosted by Closer To Our Dreams, this event creates a hands-on, high-energy environment where kids can learn directly from business owners, participate in immersive workshops, showcase their products, and connect with other young visionaries.

Event Details:

December 13th, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
@ Connect St. Pete
1211 1st Ave N, Suite 210
St. Petersburg, FL 33705

Through bi-monthly meetings, networking opportunities, social events, our podcast, book club, community initiatives, and ongoing collaboration, Sun Leaders creates an environment where people can develop both personally and professionally while building relationships that last.

If you’re looking to become a better leader, surround yourself with growth-minded people, and plug into a community that genuinely wants to see you succeed, Sun Leaders is for you.

Event Details:

Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
@ Connect St. Pete
1211 1st Ave N, Suite 210
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Membership: $15/month or $150/year
Included Free With: Hot Desk and Dedicated Desk Memberships

What Kids Will Experience

1) Entrepreneurship workshops led by local business owners

2) Interactive learning stations (branding, marketing, money management, creativity)

3) Confidence & leadership development

4) Hands-on business building exercises

5) Kid Vendor Marketplace (for kids selling products)

6) Pitch Practice Session for kids to share their business ideas

7) Networking & relationship building

8) Real mentorship opportunities

Parent Experience

Parents will gain clarity and support through:

1) Sessions on how to help their child run a business successfully

2) Information on tools, funding, and youth entrepreneurship programs

3) Networking with other parents raising young leaders

Vendor Opportunities (Kid Businesses Only)

Kid vendor spots are available! This includes:

• 1 table + 2 chairs

• Opportunity to sell products

• Featured spotlight during the Vendor Marketplace

• Access to all workshops

Spaces are limited—first come, first served.

Calling All Volunteers

We are seeking friendly, supportive volunteers to help with:

• Registration

• Workshop assistance

• Vendor marketplace setup

• Guiding families through activities

Trainer & Speaker Opportunities

We welcome professionals to teach topics such as:

• Branding & storytelling

• Financial literacy

• Leadership & confidence

• Creating digital products

• Sales & customer service

• Content creation

• Real estate basics

• Technology & AI

If you love pouring into youth, we want you in the room.

Sponsor Opportunities

Sponsors will help support youth entrepreneurship, scholarships, supplies, and programming. Packages include:

• Name/logo on event materials

• Vendor table

• On-stage mention

• Social media recognition

• Opportunities to mentor young entrepreneurs

Custom sponsorships available.

Why This Event Matters

The Kidpreneur Summit is designed to:

• Build confidence

• Promote Team Building

• Develop leadership skills

• Teach practical business foundations

• Help kids turn ideas into income

• Inspire long-term generational impact

Your child will walk away believing—fully—that they can create, build, and lead.