Ok, so get your mind out of the gutter!  This new club is for teens who are interested in learning about business, and considering the economic climate, the sooner they learn, the better! 

Although originally founded by Suzi Thorne, the Young Entrepreneurs of Southlake actually owes its existence to her 13 year-old son Brock.

“He has been wanting to start his “own business” since he was 11 and we’ve finally decided that a “club” might be a good place for him to start.  This will be a great place for kids to meet others that have like minds.  I have found that there are so many things for athletes in this town, but business minded kids have nothing!  We are thinking “tweens” to 18 years of age!”  stated Ms. Thorne.

This club isn’t just a social club either, members will get to meet and hear industry leaders at monthly meetings, in addition to building their own network of young business powerhouse contacts. 

“Our goal is to have guest speakers in each month, i.e. people who have started their own businesses with great success, speak with the children about coming up with ideas, setting goals, making business plans, being computer savvy, networking, etc.   We will occasionally take “field trips” and go behind the scenes at local businesses to see how things run.”  said Ms. Thorne.

Of course this club will also be about having fun as well.  I understand that along with the more structured activities, fun activities such as bowling, skating and pizza parties are being planned as well.   

Thus far, the website, www.youngentrepreneursofsouthlake.org has been secured and is currently under construction. However, the date of the first meeting has already been set for Monday, September 21st from 6:00-7:30 pm.   Anyone who is interested in becoming a founding member of Young Entrepreneurs of Southlake is invited to attend the inaugural meeting. Attendees please call Ms. Thorne at 817-442-8224, or email her at suzithorneathome@aol.com,  to RSVP and receive directions. 

You never know which of these young entrepreneurs might become the next Donald Trump!