[ GAZETTE ]: Youth-focused trainings designed to empower, motivate, ignite passions personally and professionally

Women-owned business owners will share their skills in gaining personal and professional success with young women in the inaugural Boss Babe Academy, a new teen program from Boss Babe Networking in Colorado Springs.

Adolescents and young women ages 13-19 will learn how to be more confident and believe in themselves, communicate effectively, develop leadership qualities and have a voice in their future, according to founder and CEO Kristen Faith Sharpe.

“It gives women leaders the opportunity to empower our next generation of leaders,” she said.

The four-day program will be held July 17-20. Inspirational presentations, interactive workshops, expert panel discussions and networking opportunities will take place at venues owned or led by women, including Anthem Music Enterprises, Luxe Daiquiri Lounge, HR Branches and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum.

By highlighting the achievements of women entrepreneurs, Sharpe said the academy aims to inspire teens to pursue their dreams and make a positive impact on the world.

The cost is $300, and scholarships are available. Contact Sharpe at hello@kristenfaith.com.