collaborate at a young age, a highly useful skill
in any future endeavor. “Our mission is
to mentor, train and create a network of
entrepreneurs and community outreach givers
by nourishing their own mind, talent and
skills,” say Baltimore.
“Imagine the next
generation of
children breaking
the mold of
traditional learning.
They are being
taught or guided
rather, on how to
follow their own
voice and their own
ambitions, and how
to succeed in
business.”
The Boys & Girls Club of Las Vegas provided
the foundation for Baltimore’s vision and more
than 40 children signed up for the very first 6week program. The kids learn skills such as
time management, goal setting, and taking
small steps every day to make big dreams a
reality. At the end of each program, the children
showcase their products and services they've
been creating, and those with the highest
potential receive an investment to be use as a
catalyst to build a thriving business. Yes, all
before they become a teenager.
“The education that children are getting today is
not applicable to the real-world,” says
Baltimore. Her 501c3 seeks to overcome this
fallacy. Her daughters are a prime example and
are taking the initiative in-stride. 11-year old,
Kyler, is an aspiring fashion designer with an
interest to start her own fashion line to compete
with the likes of Chanel. 12-year old, Iyahana,
is already a self-published journalist and anime
artist who says the only boss she’ll ever have is
herself.
Baltimore’s strategy is to transform
entrepreneur and business education in
communities around the world and generations
to come are poised to reap the benefits.
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