Rising CEOs · Application

Ready to Become a Rising CEO?

Rising CEOs is an elite 10-week entrepreneurship and technology accelerator backed by the Kauffman Foundation FastTrac platform, designed for high school students ready to transform raw ideas into real, operational businesses.

Cohort Details & Logistics

Program Dates

Every Thursday, August 27 – October 29, 2026

Time

4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Location

UNO's Community Engagement Center (CEC)

The Three Pillars

What the experience is built on

Modern Digital Foundations & AI
Learn to leverage cutting-edge AI automation tools to build modern business models, validate marketplace ideas, and streamline operational workflows.
Executive Boardroom Mentorship
Step out of the classroom and into the boardroom. Get paired 1-on-1 with industry veterans and Omaha professionals.
Capital Deployment & The Pitch
Develop a comprehensive pitch deck and present your venture to a panel of Omaha experts for real seed capital.
What You Will Achieve

By the end of your cohort, you'll walk away with:

  • A fully finalized business plan and investor-ready pitch deck
  • Hands-on experience in leadership, operational technology, and public speaking
  • An invaluable professional network of mentors, community leaders, and peers
  • The exclusive opportunity to compete at the Rising CEOs Summit for $500 in startup funding

Disclaimer: Photo and Video Release

By registering and participating in this event, you consent to the recording of your likeness, image and/or voice and authorize the Midlands African Chamber to use photographs, videos and audio recordings containing your likeness, image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.

Rising CEOs Application Form

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