💡
BizStarts Presents
VISIONARIES
ACADEMY
August 11–13, 2026
Where Young Entrepreneurs’ Ideas Come to Life
100% Free
Ages 11–14
9am–1pm Daily
Milwaukee, WI
Ages 11–14
9am–1pm Daily
Milwaukee, WI
About the Program
Built for Students Ready to Think Big
Visionaries Academy is a three-day summer business camp for Milwaukee students ages 11–14. Sessions are hands-on and activity-based — students are expected to participate, complete challenges, and engage fully each day.
Lead facilitators Stephanie M. Banks and Emerald Williams guide students through the Entrepreneurial Mindset curriculum, developed by the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative. Every session is built around doing, not just listening.
“This is not a traditional summer camp. Students come ready to think, build, and put their ideas into action.”
Camp Schedule
Three Days. Three Milwaukee Spaces.
Day 1
Monday, Aug 11
9:00am – 1:00pm
Jay Academy
1935 W Hampton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Day 2
Tuesday, Aug 12
9:00am – 1:00pm
Edessa School of Fashion
207 E Buffalo St Suite 605
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Day 3
Wednesday, Aug 13
9:00am – 1:00pm
Diverse Dining Market
250 E Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Daily Experience
What Does a Day Look Like?
Each day runs 9am–1pm at a different Milwaukee business. Students move through facilitated sessions, guest speakers, and hands-on activities. Completing all activities is how students earn their certificate.
How to Apply
Ready to Launch? Here’s How.
Visionaries Academy is free and scholarship-based with limited spots. Every applicant submits a short application and a quick video.
📅 Applications open
01
Fill Out the Application
Share a little about yourself, your school, and why you’re excited about business.
02
Record Your Video
A 30–60 second video answering three simple questions. Be yourself!
03
You’re In!
Selected students will be notified by July 11 and receive everything they need.
Your Video Prompts — 30 to 60 Seconds
1
Tell us about yourself and your business idea. What have you been thinking about?
2
Why do you want to start your own business?
3
Why should you be selected to receive a scholarship to attend Visionaries Academy?
We’re looking for your energy and ideas — not a movie production.
Good to Know
Everything You Need to Know
💰 Cost
100% free. No fees, no costs. Made possible through grant funding received by BizStarts.
🚗 Transportation
Not provided. Students must be dropped off and picked up each day at each location.
🎓 Who Can Join
Milwaukee students ages 11–14 who can commit to all three days of camp.
🏆 Certificate
Students who complete all sessions earn an Entrepreneurship Learning Institute Certificate of Completion.