Teen CEO Month – May. 1, 2027

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Teen CEO Month celebrates young entrepreneurs every May, amplifying the inspiring stories of teenagers who are revolutionizing industries. Discover how these driven individuals are tackling issues from climate change to homelessness, often while balancing school. Show your appreciation for their ingenuity, support their ventures, and get inspired by their ambition throughout the month.

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Expected Teen CEO Month Deals

Teen CEO Month focuses on fostering and recognizing young talent rather than traditional retail deals. Organizations like Junior Achievement and DECA Inc. often host pitch competitions, workshops, and mentorship programs designed to equip aspiring teen CEOs with essential skills. Platforms like Shopify and Etsy may offer special resources or reduced fees for young entrepreneurs launching their first ventures. Look for local business incubators and community centers to organize events showcasing teen-led businesses, providing opportunities for public support and investment. We will update this page with confirmed live programs and initiatives as May approaches.

Platform Guide for Teen CEO Month

LinkedIn

Tag National Today (linkedin.com/company/nationaltoday) and use #TeenCEOMonth. Share success stories of young entrepreneurs.

Instagram

Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #TeenCEOMonth. Post visual stories of inspiring teen-led businesses and their products.

TikTok

Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #TeenCEOMonth. Film short videos showcasing innovative teen CEOs or offering quick business tips.

Social Media Tips for Teen CEO Month

Individuals

Share stories of inspiring teen CEOs you know or follow. Support their businesses by purchasing products or services, and spread the word about their innovations.

Creators

Produce short-form video content highlighting a different teen CEO each week, interviewing them about their journey, challenges, and advice for aspiring young entrepreneurs.

Brands

Partner with a teen CEO for a collaborative project or offer mentorship and resources through an accelerator program. Highlight their achievements on your platforms.

Partners & Brands for Teen CEO Month

  1. Junior Achievement

    Founded in 1919, Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating students about workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. They offer programs that empower young people to own their economic success.

  2. Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC)

    YEC is an invitation-only organization for successful young entrepreneurs, offering a community for networking, mentorship, and business growth. They provide resources and platforms for members to share insights and build their ventures.

  3. DECA Inc.

    DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. Through academic competitions and leadership development, DECA helps students develop business acumen.

  4. Shopify

    Founded in 2006, Shopify is a leading e-commerce platform that allows businesses of all sizes, including many teen-led ventures, to set up online stores. It provides tools for website building, marketing, payments, and shipping, making entrepreneurship accessible.

  5. Canva

    Launched in 2013, Canva is an online graphic design platform that simplifies the creation of professional-looking visuals. Many teen CEOs use Canva to design logos, marketing materials, and social media content for their burgeoning businesses.

  6. Etsy

    Founded in 2005, Etsy is an e-commerce website focused on handmade or vintage items and craft supplies. It provides a global marketplace for creative entrepreneurs, including numerous teenagers, to sell unique products directly to consumers.

  7. Inc. Magazine

    Established in 1979, Inc. Magazine is an American business publication focused on growing companies and entrepreneurship. It frequently features articles and profiles on successful entrepreneurs, including those who started young, offering inspiration and insights.

Teen CEO Month Hero

Alina Morse

Alina Morse is the founder and CEO of Zolli Candy, a company she started at age seven after being offered a lollipop by her dad. She questioned why candy couldn't be good for teeth and developed a line of sugar-free lollipops and other treats. By age 13, Zolli Candy was sold in over 25,000 stores across the U.S. and internationally, with annual sales exceeding $6 million. Morse's story is a powerful example of a teen CEO identifying a market need and building a successful, impactful business.

History of Teen CEO Month

An organization’s chief executive officer (C.E.O.), often called the chief administrative officer, the central executive officer, or simply the chief executive (C.E.), is in charge of managing an autonomous legal entity, such as a firm or nonprofit organization. Companies of many kinds, from public to private to nonprofit, employ CEOs. The C.E.O. of a company often reports to the board of directors and is tasked with increasing the firm’s value, which may involve increasing the share price, market share, revenues, or some other factor. C.E.O.’s in the non-profit and government sectors often focus on producing outcomes that are directly relevant to the organization’s purpose.

It is up to the board of directors or other governing body of an organization to determine the C.E.O.’s duties and expectations. In a formal delegation of authority in the realm of business administration, they can be as broad or as specific as the recipient desires. Decision-makers, leaders, managers, and executors are among the typical tasks of C.E.O.s. There are two types of roles in an organization’s hierarchy: communicator and decision-maker. The communicator is responsible for communicating with both the organization’s internal leadership as well as external stakeholders.

C.E.O.’s are in charge of providing regular updates to their boards of directors on the company’s progress and serving as a source of inspiration for their workforce as a whole. Managing the day-to-day operations of a firm is the C.E.O.’s primary responsibility. The C.E.O. is the person who is ultimately responsible for all of a company’s business decisions, including those in operations, marketing, business development, finance, human resources, etc. A company’s chief executive officer (C.E.O.) is not always the company’s founder.

Teen CEO Month timeline

1917
The Term C.E.O.

[The Term C.E.O. enters the lexicon when the modern corporate management structure is put in place.

1965
The Sandwich Store

At the age of 17, DeLuca and a family friend, Peter Buck, open their first sandwich store in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

2004
The Social Media Giant

At age 19, Mark Zuckerberg creates the social media giant, Facebook.

2015
The Cosmetics Guru

At 17, Kylie Jenner founds Kylie Cosmetics.

How Businesses Can Celebrate Teen CEO Month

Local businesses can actively support Teen CEO Month by offering mentorship programs or hosting workshops on topics like marketing, finance, or legal aspects of starting a business. Consider sponsoring a local teen’s startup, providing pro-bono services, or featuring teen-led businesses in your store or on your social media. Restaurants could offer special discounts to young entrepreneurs, while retail stores might create a dedicated section to showcase products made by local teen CEOs, fostering community engagement and encouraging the next generation of innovators.

Teen CEO Month FAQs

When is Teen CEO Month?

In 2027, Teen CEO Month is observed across the entire month of May, highlighting the impact of youth-led businesses.

What is the average age of a teen CEO?

Teen CEOs typically emerge during their middle and high school years, demonstrating remarkable initiative and business acumen well before adulthood.

What industries are popular for teen CEOs?

Common industries for teen entrepreneurs include digital services, eco-friendly goods, personalized crafts, and app development, reflecting current trends and their unique insights.

How can I support a teen CEO?

Supporting a teen CEO involves buying from their brand, promoting their work, volunteering as a mentor, or simply encouraging their entrepreneurial spirit and vision.

Teen CEO Month Activities

  1. Buy from a teenage-owned business

    You can celebrate Teen C.E.O. Month by buying from a teen business. From bath bombs to socks to cookies, you can find several products you can buy from a teen.

  2. Invest in a teen-owned company

    Teenagers are solving issues from healthcare to social justice issues. These businesses are usually looking for investment, especially in the beginning. You can help them fundraise or guide them to secure venture capital or allow them to use your platform to publicize their businesses.

  3. Offer mentorship

    Offer mentorship to that teenager who is just starting out in business. Provide some form of guidance to help them navigate owning and operating a business.

5 Facts About Teen CEOs

  1. They leverage the internet

    They are constantly replying to emails or continuously tweeting about their company — technology is important to them and they leverage it.

  2. The power of collaboration

    To create even more cutting-edge products, today's successful young entrepreneurs collaborate.

  3. They engage in honest communication

    Teen CEOs believe in honesty and transparency when running their businesses and when dealing with their clients.

  4. They’re willing to take chances

    Young entrepreneurs understand that no one has ever achieved greatness by being cautious. They are willing to take chances to reap the sweet, sweet rewards.

  5. They put in the effort

    Teen CEOs aren't hesitant to put in 60-100 hours a week to achieve their dreams. They are hardworking go-getters.

Why We Love Teen CEO Month

  1. Encourages entrepreneurship among teens

    The month encourages teenagers to venture into entrepreneurship. It allows other teens to know that age cannot be a hindrance to running a successful business.

  2. It validates dreams

    Having Teen CEOs shows that anyone can build a successful business. It proves that with passion and the ability to rise above challenges, anyone can succeed.

  3. It can help in solving problems

    These teens have a unique insight into the problems that fellow teenagers are facing. That they can provide solutions to these challenges is a blessing to the entire society.

Teen CEO Month dates

Year Date Day
2027 May 1 Saturday
2028 May 1 Monday
2029 May 1 Tuesday
2030 May 1 Wednesday
2031 May 1 Thursday