2026 Youth Entrepreneurs Summit – Richmond VA
Date / Time: Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 12 to 04 pm
Location: Boys and Girls Club Teen & Community Center – 1830 Creighton Rd, Richmond, United States
Cost: Free
The 2026 Youth Entrepreneurs Summit is an event designed to inspire, educate, and empower young people to expand their knowledge about entrepreneurship. This interactive event brings together youth, parents, educators, and community leaders for meaningful conversations around entrepreneurship, mindset, and financial literacy.
The summit will feature a keynote address, fireside chat and Q&A with Ty Allan Jackson, an award-winning children’s book author and nationally recognized youth motivational speaker. His message will challenge young people to believe in their ideas, take ownership of their future, and understand the power of literacy and education.
In addition to the keynote, attendees will hear from youth entrepreneurs during engaging panel discussions that highlight real-world experiences, lessons learned, and the importance of mentorship and family support. Parents will gain insight into how to encourage entrepreneurship while allowing their children to lead.
Following the summit, Ty Allan Jackson will host a meet-and-greet and book signing, giving attendees the opportunity to connect, take photos, and purchase signed copies of his books.
