The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the Young Entrepreneurs Academy for the 2019-2019 class. YEA! is a 20 week program that guides middle and high school students through launching and running their own real businesses or social movements!

YEA! is open to all students in grades 6-12. While in the Academy, students will receive all the necessary tools to launch their very own real, legal businesses. This includes access to valuable experts like attorneys, accountants, business mentors, and graphic designers; plus an audience with investors for real start-up cash! Students will also have the opportunity to win college scholarships.

The YEA! application is available online at yeausa.org. Please select Macon, GA as your location.

Scholarships are available for students who meet eligibility requirements. Contact local YEA! Program Manager, Jennifer Baggarly for details.

Applications must be submitted by September 14, 2018. The selection process is competitive and applicants are urged to apply early.

YEA! classes kick off on October 10, 2019 with Orientation and concludes on April 4, 2019 with a Graduation Ceremony. Classes meet weekly at the Mercer Innovation Center on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 7:30 P.M.