Today, April 28, 2025, BUILD.org’s very own CEO, Thais Rezende, will be part of a Entrepreneurship Education Coalition in Washington, D.C., in a high-impact briefing titled “What is Entrepreneurship Education and Why is it Important?” The event will be held at the 2060 Rayburn House Office Building and brings together a powerful coalition of national leaders in youth entrepreneurship education, including NFTE, NAF, Virtual Enterprises, Project Lead the Way, CAPS Network, and The Possible Zone.
This timely gathering of thought leaders, educators, and policymakers aims to spotlight the critical role entrepreneurship education plays in shaping our future workforce and building a more inclusive economy.
As the head of BUILD.org—a national nonprofit that has been transforming the lives of under-resourced students through youth entrepreneurship for 25 years—Thais Rezende will share insights on how entrepreneurship education not only teaches business skills, but also equips young people with the confidence, creativity, and critical thinking they need to succeed in any career path.
“Entrepreneurship education isn’t just about starting businesses—it’s about unlocking the power of young people to innovate, lead, and thrive in a rapidly changing world,” says Thais.
“At BUILD, we’ve seen firsthand how entrepreneurial skills drive academic engagement, career readiness, and economic mobility.”
The April 28 briefing will serve as a crucial platform for advocating policy change and expanding access to entrepreneurship education nationwide. With growing interest in workforce development and future-ready learning, this conversation is more important than ever.
Event Details:
📅 April 28, 2025
📍 2060 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C.
🎤 Hosted by a coalition of leading youth entrepreneurship organizations, including BUILD.org
BUILD is proud to be a part of this movement—empowering the next generation of diverse changemakers and advocating for policies that bring entrepreneurship education to every student, regardless of zip code.
Stay tuned for takeaways from Thais’ remarks and how you can join us in championing entrepreneurship education as a cornerstone of a more equitable and innovative future.
