CEO students met with their professional mentors today to help them develop their personal business ideas. Pictured here are Brian Prairie and Holden Hall, Olivia (Sproul) Peddinghaus of Olivia Sproul Designs and Karen Arenas Cintora, Henry Peddinghaus of Peddinghaus Corporation and Karol Santana, and Mike Potter of Gordon Electric Supply and Jamon Barlow.

The mentor-student relationship is essential in guiding students as they develop their personal business ideas in the CEO program.

Key Benefits:
Personalized Guidance: Mentors provide tailored support, helping students refine their business concepts, address challenges, and build confidence in their entrepreneurial vision.

Real-World Insights: Mentors share practical advice and industry expertise, offering valuable perspectives to help students shape viable and innovative business ideas.

Networking Opportunities: Mentors connect students to professional contacts who can provide feedback, resources, or even partnerships for their business ventures.

Skill Development: Students strengthen essential entrepreneurial skills such as strategic planning, problem-solving, and effective communication through mentorship.

Confidence and Accountability: Mentors motivate students to stay focused, meet deadlines, and believe in their ability to succeed as future business owners.

This relationship empowers students to transform their ideas into actionable, successful business ventures while inspiring mentors with fresh, creative perspectives.

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