Combined Hospitality & Tourism Summer Conference for BFM and FCS Teachers

Eric Kirby is author of Leading Gen Z and Alpha and the Keynote speaker. After listening to his fantastic research and findings come ask follow-up questions. 

Join Teen Entrepreneur Association members Geary Page and Carson Cook as they share over five years of experience in creating opportunities that inspire and support the next generation of entrepreneurs. Discover how after-school programs, leveraged with both local and national resources, are creating pathways for young business leaders to thrive.

This session will cover
1. Pop-Up Markets that give students hands-on experience in selling products (good, services, or innovative ideas) and building real-world skills that go beyond the classroom.
2. How to create meaningful internship opportunities that not only benefit aspiring entrepreneurs but also provide hands-on learning and internship opportunities for students from other CTE pathways who want to gain experience working with teen-led businesses.
3. Communicating with mayors and chambers of commerce. Learn what to ask for, how to effectively communicate the needs of students and schools, and how to bridge the gap between educational perspectives and community/business mindsets.

Whether you're an educator, community leader, or industry professional, this session will provide practical insights and proven strategies to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in teens and help them build sustainable business ventures.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see how real-world experiences can empower students to become the business leaders of tomorrow!

www.teenentrepreneurship.org

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vpDnKG0qkBuFOjXxrKVAcat6lh1VwnxXxn-gL4JXRS0/edit?usp=sharing

Come learn about the Greater Zion Tourism organization and the great initiatives and programs they have in Southern Utah!

Course update on the revision of the Exploring Business, Finance, and Marketing course.

The Olympics are coming back to Salt Lake City in 2034! Business teachers have an excellent opportunity to create activities and lessons related to the preparation for these games. Hospitality and Tourism, as well as Marketing classes will be a prime spot for preparing students to take advantage of job opportunities that may come from the Olympics. In this session, Nate will share some of his classroom activities and teachers will be able to collaborater to generate more great ideas! 

Together, we’ll create more dynamic, project-based learning opportunities that spark student interest and industry relevance by analyzing our current curriculum, exchanging fresh ideas, and working in breakout groups. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or new to the field, you’ll leave with ready-to-use resources and inspiring strategies to take your classroom to the next destination!