EEC 432: How to Develop Entrepreneurs as Kids, with Leah Ellis

Leah Ellis is the founder of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children build real businesses and practice leadership in the real world.

• Why do we underestimate children's ability to lead, and what happens when we change that belief?
• What does it actually look like for a child to run a real business?
• How can parents and educators build confidence without over-helping?
• What skills do children gain from entrepreneurship that traditional education often misses?
• How can communities create environments where children are trusted to contribute in meaningful ways?

Leah Ellis

Leah Ellis is the founder of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children build real businesses and practice leadership in the real world. Through hands-on programs, workshops, and business fairs, she equips kids with the confidence, financial literacy, and problem-solving skills they need to take action now, not someday.

As a speaker and educator, Leah challenges the belief that leadership is something we grow into later and instead shows how children rise when given real responsibility. Her work has been featured across media and community partnerships throughout Kansas, impacting families, schools, and young leaders alike.

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