Land of Lincoln CEO Tradeshow slated for April 26th at the American Legion in Lincoln

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[April 20, 2023] 

You are invited to explore seven new local businesses in one location!

The Land of Lincoln CEO Program is thrilled to host the eighth annual STUDENT-OWNED Business Trade Show on Wednesday April 26th at the American Legion in Lincoln. A short ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 4:00 p.m. with the event following from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

The Land of Lincoln CEO Tradeshow will showcase seven new student-owned and operated businesses opening in Logan County. This free event is the finale to the program. The program is a one-year program featuring high school students with an entrepreneurial spirit. Class begins daily at 7:00 a.m. and concludes at 8:30 a.m. The Land of Lincoln CEO Program class is comprised of students from high schools throughout Logan County and funded through generous individual donations and support from local businesses. Lisa Kuhlman, facilitator and small business owner herself, champions the cause.

Beginning in 2015, this program allowed high school students from Logan County to join the business community to acquire business skills and knowledge through both hands-on and classroom experiences.

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The students were provided access to a variety of business owners and experts in their field through guest speaking events, field trips, and a robust mentorship partner program. As a bonus, the students also earn college credit from Heartland Community College for their participation in the program.

On April 26th, the students will showcase their company and be available to answer questions about their products and services as well as their experience in the CEO Program. The public can support the student businesses by making purchases right at the event!

To find out more about the program or learn about ways to support the class, please visit https://www.landoflincolnceo.com/

At the close of the event, there will be a drawing for a large prize basket that will include products and services from each of the CEO Program participants. Please join us for the excitement and help us welcome the new entrepreneurs to our community!

[Ali Rumler-Gomez
Land of Lincoln CEO Tradeshow Committee Member]

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