In schools today, entrepreneurship is not a priority. Students don't receive basic level instruction about business, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. We must start equipping our students with applicable, real-world, skills that will help them with their journey outside of high school. With all of the time and money we dedicate to youth sports, what would happen if we dedicated those resources to preparing our students with real-world skills that would benefit them throughout their life? Hi! My name is Jack Bonneau. I am a 16 year old junior in high school. I am also a youth entrepreneur and have founded and operated two successful businesses, Jack’s Stands and Marketplaces and Teen Hustl. My mission throughout my two businesses has been to support youth and youth entrepreneurship. I love working with other youth and spreading the valuable skills and opportunities of youth entrepreneurship. I am a huge advocate for youth representation and youth entrepreneurial education. I have personally seen what a positive impact entrepreneurship and business have on youth, and I want to continue to spread those opportunities in schools and to other youth. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx