Participants compete as teams in a dynamic business simulation with the guidance of adult mentors from the business community. After completing the program, students have a competitive edge on workplace readiness, college preparation, and overall life success. ABW gives participants the tools they will need to succeed after their high school graduation.
Kotzebue Business Week will be held Spring 2019UAF Chukchi Campus, Kotzebue
At ABW, students get personal experience working with real business leaders, company founders and CEOs. At the start of each camp, students form dedicated teams or ‘companies’ to compete in a gamified business simulation. The curriculum is designed to promote leadership, ethical decision-making, public speaking, collaborative teamwork, and profitable entrepreneurship for Alaska communities.
Professionals from some of Alaska’s most prominent companies mentor students on leadership, compelling marketing, world-changing technologies, and how to bring strong personal ethics into the business world. Students present their ABW achievements to executives from prominent companies like NANA, Alaska Airlines, ConocoPhilips, Alaska Communications, and Alaska USA.
Anchorage Business Week is July 8-12 from 8am-5pmKing Tech High School, Anchorage
In addition to the weeklong summer camp, ABW offers regional programs around the state. The annual Mat-Su program runs from July 30 – August 3 at Wasilla High School.
Mat-Su Business Week is July 22-26 from 8am-5pmColony High School, Palmer
If you would like see an ABW camp in your area, please let us know!