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We loved welcoming back SWFL CEO alumna Jadyn Lampkin (Class of 2025) this past week! 🎉 Jadyn returned to share her perspective and advice with current students, offering valuable ...

We loved welcoming back SWFL CEO alumna Jadyn Lampkin (Class of 2025) this past week! 🎉 Jadyn returned to share her perspective and advice with current students, offering valuable ...

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This past Friday, SWFL CEO Board members welcomed students to present the results of their $5–$100 Challenge. Students shared how they transformed just $5 into real businesses—creating ...

This past Friday, SWFL CEO Board members welcomed students to present the results of their $5–$100 Challenge. Students shared how they transformed just $5 into real businesses—creating ...

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This weekend, three of our SWFL CEO students competed in the DECA District Competition at Florida Gulf Coast University! We’re thrilled to share that Brayden Williams and Vibhav ...

This weekend, three of our SWFL CEO students competed in the DECA District Competition at Florida Gulf Coast University! We’re thrilled to share that Brayden Williams and Vibhav ...

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Our SWFL CEO students had an incredible experience touring the Collective Building and learning more about the Naples Design District! A huge thank you to Elizabeth Kurtz, Director of ...

Our SWFL CEO students had an incredible experience touring the Collective Building and learning more about the Naples Design District! A huge thank you to Elizabeth Kurtz, Director of ...

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New year, same great mentors! 🎉 Our students had the opportunity to hear from Jordan Dunin, Naples-based entrepreneur and founder of HatchPath, who shared his powerful journey of ...

New year, same great mentors! 🎉 Our students had the opportunity to hear from Jordan Dunin, Naples-based entrepreneur and founder of HatchPath, who shared his powerful journey of ...

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Happy Holidays from the SWFL CEO Program! As we wrap up the year and embrace the spirit of the season, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the mentors, partners, supporters, and ...

Happy Holidays from the SWFL CEO Program! As we wrap up the year and embrace the spirit of the season, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the mentors, partners, supporters, and ...

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We’re so proud of SWFL CEO student Liam Ward for sharing his musical gifts and performing at FGCU’s Daveler and Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship Holiday Party. Your talent and ...

We’re so proud of SWFL CEO student Liam Ward for sharing his musical gifts and performing at FGCU’s Daveler and Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship Holiday Party. Your talent and ...

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This morning, the SWFL CEO Students enjoyed a celebratory breakfast at Skillets Restaurant before heading into the holiday break. It was a wonderful chance to come together, share ...

This morning, the SWFL CEO Students enjoyed a celebratory breakfast at Skillets Restaurant before heading into the holiday break. It was a wonderful chance to come together, share ...

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This week, our SWFL CEO Students are hard at work building their business pitch decks. They’re defining the problem they’re solving, identifying their target customers, analyzing ...

This week, our SWFL CEO Students are hard at work building their business pitch decks. They’re defining the problem they’re solving, identifying their target customers, analyzing ...

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A wonderful December Mentor Meet-Up! Our students had the chance to connect with mentors and share more about the businesses they’re building. We’re so grateful for the mentors who ...

A wonderful December Mentor Meet-Up! Our students had the chance to connect with mentors and share more about the businesses they’re building. We’re so grateful for the mentors who ...

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This week, SWFL CEO alum Waverly Bragdon returned to class to share valuable insight and advice with current CEO student Cruze Craig as he continues building out his business. We love ...

This week, SWFL CEO alum Waverly Bragdon returned to class to share valuable insight and advice with current CEO student Cruze Craig as he continues building out his business. We love ...

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Giving Tuesday is here! Support the next generation of Southwest Florida entrepreneurs! Your gift helps high school students gain hands-on business experience, connect with local ...

Giving Tuesday is here! Support the next generation of Southwest Florida entrepreneurs! Your gift helps high school students gain hands-on business experience, connect with local ...

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