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Business Innovation
Explore strategy, finance, and marketing through real-world challenges while experiencing college life at universities like Yale** and Emory.
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Your Future in Business Starts Here
Picture yourself walking across campus, laptop in one hand and coffee in the other, heading to your next strategy session with your team. At National Youth Leadership Forum: Business Innovation, you won’t just imagine what business leadership looks like, you’ll experience it firsthand.
From day one, you’ll step into the mindset of a business leader. One day you'll map a customer journey or build a funding strategy; the next, you'll design a product roadmap or prepare for a boardroom presentation with your team. You’ll collaborate with ambitious students who bring new perspectives, energy, and ideas into every room.
You'll learn directly from industry professionals who share real insights into how businesses operate, make decisions, and adapt to emerging trends like artificial intelligence. Through hands-on case studies and team challenges, you'll build essential skills in customer acquisition, financial management, organizational strategy, leadership, and product development.
Evenings give you time to connect with friends, explore campus life, and reflect on your progress. Whether you dream of leading a team, developing strategy for a major brand, or shaping decisions at a global company, you’ll finish the program with real-world experience, stronger communication and leadership skills, and a clearer vision for your future.
Grades:
9-12Duration:
8 DaysCollege Credit Hours:
2 College CreditsFormat:
ResidentialStarting Price:
$4,499.00Locations, program content, and speakers are subject to change.
NYLF
The National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) was founded with the vision of preparing high school students for college and future careers. The very first forum, focused on National Security, set the stage for what would become a nationally recognized series of immersive learning experiences.
Envision acquired NYLF in 2007 and has continued to uphold its flagship brand and mission. Today, NYLF still inspires the nation’s most promising elementary, middle, and high school students through immersive, interactive, and hands-on learning experiences.
Why Students Choose Envision
Think Like a Business Leader
Learn how real companies make decisions by exploring customer acquisition, financial management, strategic thinking and product innovation through hands-on case studies. Build the skills and confidence to understand how businesses operate and grow.
Build Solutions That Work
Explore product management and design thinking through hands-on challenges and case studies. Practice identifying customer needs, evaluating ideas, and developing product strategies that reflect how innovative companies bring solutions to market.
Learn from Business Leaders
Learn from business professionals who share real-world experiences in entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. Through speaker sessions and Q&As, you'll gain firsthand insights into how ideas are built, businesses grow, and opportunities take shape.
Experience College Life
Live on campus, explore your host city, and experience university life firsthand. Build lasting friendships with peers who share your curiosity and passion while developing the confidence and leadership skills for what's next.
Designed to Give You a Competitive Edge
Solve Real Business Challenges
Work with your team to apply what you’ve learned and develop a polished, professional business presentation that demonstrates your understanding of real business issues.
Master Real Business Tools
Practice using business frameworks and decision-making tools to evaluate ideas, understand markets, and make informed decisions, skills that translate directly into college and career success.
Certificate of Achievement
Earn a Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion of the program, recognizing your commitment to exploring business, innovation, and leadership.
Build Professional Connections
Build relationships with driven students from across the country while expanding your network and exploring future opportunities in business, leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Dates, Locations, & Tuition
Featured Extras
Private Airport Shuttles
We’ll take care of the ride. Let us handle the airport transportation so your student can start their adventure stress-free. Our private shuttle brings them straight to the housing site and returns them to the airport at the end of the session. Safe. Supervised. Comfortable. Add the airport shuttle in your account after registration, for an additional fee.
Tuition & Travel Protection
Optional protection plan providing comprehensive coverage including trip cancellation, medical evacuation, baggage protection, and accident insurance with assistance services.
Full Refund Program
For an additional fee, WorldStrides offers protection for your investment through the Full Refund Program (FRP). Should you need to cancel your trip for any reason after the 24-hour grace period from registration, or in the event that your program is cancelled as a result of Uncontrollable Circumstances (as defined below), the FRP protects your investment by reimbursing you for 100% of the amounts you’ve paid in, minus the FRP enrollment fee, any other Non-Refundable Fees.
Sample Itinerary
* Exact itinerary will vary by session and location. Participants should reference the itinerary provided as part of their enrollment package.
Day 1
Meet your Advisor and classroom group as you participate in welcome activities, connect with fellow students, and begin exploring the foundations of business and innovation. Then enjoy hall time to relax, build connections, and settle into campus life
Day 2
Learn from a business professional how companies attract customers, build relationships, and guide prospects from initial interest to successful outcomes.
Define key concepts of customer acquisition process, explore lead generation strategies, and map a complete customer journey. Apply what you learn through a real-world business case study.
Work with your team to develop a company concept, define your target audience, and create strategies to attract and engage customers.
Test your knowledge in a lively trivia competition while building friendships, practicing your teamwork skills, and enjoying the fun side of the college experience.
Day 3
Hear from a business leader about how organizations secure funding, evaluate opportunities, and make financial decisions that support growth and long-term success.
Understand the fundamentals of profit and loss statements, budgeting, forecasting, and funding strategies. Learn how financial decisions impact business performance.
Collaborate with your team to develop a funding strategy, build financial projections, and explore how key business decisions influence growth and profitability.
Enjoy a fun, hands-on challenge that builds teamwork, strengthens problem-solving skills, and boosts confidence while creating unforgettable memories.
Day 4
Develop confidence in your communication skills through interactive speaking activities, collaboration, and opportunities to present ideas effectively.
Explore how emerging technologies are transforming industries and hear how organizations use artificial intelligence to drive innovation and solve business challenges.
Hear directly from admissions professionals and current university students about preparing for higher education and navigating college life.
Walk through your host campus, explore academic spaces, and get a taste of what it’s like to be a future college student.
Explore your surroundings in a fast-paced challenge that encourages teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving.
Day 5
Hear from a business professional about leadership, organizational growth, and the strategic decisions that help companies navigate change and achieve success.
Examine how organizations align teams, structure operations, and develop strategies to manage challenges and support long-term growth.
Work with your team to develop an organizational structure, define leadership roles, and create strategies for sustainable growth.
Share music, laughter, and moments that help you bond with peers and create joyful memories along the way.
Day 6
Learn how organizations identify customer needs, develop products, and bring innovative ideas to market.
Explore the role of product management as you apply design thinking, understand the product development lifecycle, and develop strategies that address customer needs.
Develop product strategies, create a roadmap for growth, and refine your boardroom presentation as your team prepares for the program's culminating experience.
Reflect on the week's progress, connect with your peers, and prepare for the Boardroom Experience.
Day 7
Step into a professional boardroom simulation as you present your team's business strategy, respond to questions, and demonstrate the knowledge and skills you've developed throughout the week.
Take in local sights and landmarks, then share a meal with peers as you explore your host city together and celebrate the week’s achievements.
Celebrate your achievements, reflect on your experience, and share final moments with the peers you've connected with throughout the program.
Day 8
Head home with new experiences, lasting friendships, and a deeper understanding of business, leadership, and innovation.
Health & Safety
Travel with confidence knowing you're never alone out there. When you choose Envision by WorldStrides, you've got an entire support network working around the clock to keep you safe.
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Safety Monitoring
Extensive Preparation
Local Support
Earn College Credit
Students attending select programs are eligible to receive college credit(s) through George Mason University. Credits are included in the cost of tuition and awarded upon successful completion of the program.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NYLF Business Innovation for me?
This summer’s program is for you if you're a high school student interested in exploring the various career options available in business. NYLF Business Innovation is your springboard to achieving tremendous success in college and in a future career.
To attend NYLF Business Innovation, you must be in grades 9–12 during the 2026-2027 school year. Most of our students are either nominated by educators or selected through our academic partnerships. If you have not been nominated or selected but are interested in taking advantage of the life-changing opportunities that the program provides, we encourage you to contact the Office of Admissions today.
What is included in tuition?
Your tuition for NYLF Business Innovation includes housing, on-site meals, supervisory personnel, program materials, college credit costs, all program activities, a Certificate of Achievement, and local transportation during the program.
However, your transportation to and from home and the program location is NOT included in tuition. While attending the program, you'll need money for off-campus meals, souvenirs, snacks, and other incidentals.
Does this program offer college credit?
Yes, our residential program includes two college credits from George Mason University.
Where does the program take place?
The program takes place on the campus of Yale University** or Emory University.
Are scholarships available?
Envision scholarships & grants are awarded on a rolling basis based on financial need, scholastic merit, leadership achievement, & more.
Review our scholarships page for the most current and complete FAQ information.
Review our scholarships page for the most current and complete FAQ information.
Your Nomination Makes An Impact
For over 40 years, Envision’s programs have helped students discover their passion, test drive careers, and develop as leaders. Give students an opportunity to reach their full potential by nominating them today.