Future of the Business World Podcast

Wharton Global Youth Program
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Future of the Business World is a monthly podcast from the Wharton Global Youth Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Future of the Business World features 20-minute conversations with teen entrepreneurs from around the world who are launching startups and products, and embracing the entrepreneurial mindset. Each month, Wharton Global Youth introduces you to a new teen innovator, discussing innovations, inspirations and their hopes for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Jan 31

    A Neurodivergent Teen Launches a Line of Fidget Jewelry

    On this episode of Future of the Business World, Roxanne Goldman from New York City shares the story of her startup, Stim Stacked, and how it is helping her and she hopes other women with ADHD to fidget and focus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min

  2. 12/30/2025

    Competitive Tennis Powers a Business Mindset

    In this episode of Future of the Business World, Yijia "Annie" Chen shares how her journey as a provincial-level tennis player in China has shaped her entrepreneurial mindset, intellectual curiosity, and approach to personal branding. Yijia illustrates how sports can be a powerful foundation for innovation—connecting athletics, data, media, and purpose to create impact both on and off the court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min

  3. 11/25/2025

    Business and Creativity: Turning Memories into Coloring Books

    Are you ready for AI meets crayons? This month on Future of the Business World, Wharton Global Youth talks with Evan Perez, the co-founder of Color Your Life, a startup he launched with his friend Adrian that turns kids’ favorite family moments into personalized, AI-powered coloring books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
  4. Baking Up Business Lessons with "The Macaron Girl"

    10/31/2025

    Baking Up Business Lessons with "The Macaron Girl"

    This month, we speak with high school student Shaili Chudasama, a baker from California, U.S., who runs La Cherie Macarons. Soon after starting her business at age 13, Shaili’s community nicknamed her “the macaron girl” for her talent creating the delicate French pastries.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min

  5. 09/25/2025

    Expanding Financial Education in Latin America

    A high school student from Lima, Peru, who attended an online Wharton Global Youth program shares her passion for entrepreneurship, financial education and empowering young people to create their own opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min

  6. 08/06/2025

    Making Connections on the Pickleball Court

    Teen entrepreneur Ava Weissman is building Pickleball 4 a Purpose, a 501(c)(3) organization that is helping her to develop skills in networking, event planning, fundraising and relationship building. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min

  7. 06/27/2025

    Chocolate Hope: A Mission to Grow Sustainable Agriculture in Colombia

    High school student Olivia Ospina Lerner discusses her work with MOCA Colombia, a nonprofit focused on helping marginalized agricultural communities in Medellin, Colombia, achieve self-sufficiency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min

  8. 06/03/2025

    A Theater Kid Champions the Arts Where They Are Needed Most

    The Said Project is exposing public school students in New York City to theater, dance, and the Broadways shows and stars that make it happen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
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About

Future of the Business World is a monthly podcast from the Wharton Global Youth Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Future of the Business World features 20-minute conversations with teen entrepreneurs from around the world who are launching startups and products, and embracing the entrepreneurial mindset. Each month, Wharton Global Youth introduces you to a new teen innovator, discussing innovations, inspirations and their hopes for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Wharton Global Youth Program
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    121
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
  • Show Website
    Future of the Business World Podcast