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Emery County praises Junior Entrepreneurs program that supported 32 youth businesses
Summary
County commissioners heard from the Junior Entrepreneurs program, which supported 32 participants and funded 25 youth businesses this year; students showcased projects and thanked the county for support.
At its April 1 meeting, the Emery County Commission hosted a presentation from the Junior Entrepreneurs program, which this year enrolled 32 participants and funded approximately 25 youth businesses. Program organizers described the curriculum (two week‑long sessions, three‑minute pitch exercises, financial basics and marketing) and emphasized life and workplace skills taught to participants.
Several students spoke and thanked the county for financial support and local sponsors. Students described a range of ventures (lawn service, seasoning blend, glass art, vegetable growing, and other small enterprises) and said the program helps build practical skills and confidence. Commissioners and community partners praised the program’s economic-development potential and noted junior participants will have booths at local events and the county fair.
Why it matters: Local investment in youth entrepreneurship can build workforce and small-business skills, and the county signaled ongoing support while noting current funding meets program needs for this year.
What’s next: Program leaders will coordinate photo waivers for participants and continue to partner with the chamber and local sponsors to place youth at community events.
