Young entrepreneurs from the Valley to participate in Youth Market Day

Junior Achievement of Eastern Ohio will be hosting a Youth Market Day in the Eastwood Mall to allow young entrepreneurs to promote their business in the "real world."

Nine contestants will be judged on several criteria by business professionals in the area.

The awards contestants could receive include Best in the Show (best overall showing), Best Customer Service, and Most Innovative Product.

Junior Achievement of Eastern Ohio offers real-world education and experience to the youth in grades K-12 and is the largest organization in the nation dedicated to giving the knowledge and opportunity towards economic growth and success to the youth.

The event will be held on Saturday, April 26, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Center Court of the Eastwood Mall

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