Overview

The Youth Business Summit brings together thousands of rising young professionals, budding entrepreneurs, educators, school/district administrators, business leaders and industry professionals from around the world for a one-of-a-kind global convention.

During a dynamic event of business competitions, leadership events, and professional networking, rising talent from middle and high schools around the world display the professional skills and business acumen they have developed by running a Virtual Enterprise company during the school year.

More than 200 exhibitors representing thirteen states and seven countries, including real-world businesses joining VE businesses, will be exhibiting across the two days of the Youth Business Summit.

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Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor

By sponsoring and participating in the diverse range of opportunities, you actively contribute to fulfilling our mission of transforming students’ lives through authentic business experiences, preparing them for successful careers and entrepreneurial endeavors.

Questions? Contact Abril Peña, Director of Strategic Partnerships at apena@veinternational.org

View 2027 YBS Exhibitor & Sponsorship Opportunities
Purchase a Sponsorship

VE has arranged blocks of rooms at the following hotels. Students, teachers, and guests have until mid-March to utilize the blocks at these hotels; otherwise, they will be released to the public. Schools are responsible for the payments of all hotel rooms. More hotels will be added to this list as opportunities arise. Please note that each hotel is unique and rooms vary in size. We recommend visiting the website prior to making arrangements.

Hyatt Place New York City / Times Square – Group Rate Ends March 19, 2027

350 West 39th Street
New York, NY 10018

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Even Hotel – Group Rate Ends March 22, 2027

321 W 35th Street
New York, NY 10003

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VOCO Hotel – Group Rate Ends March 12, 2027

343 W 36th Street
New York, New York 10018

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The New Yorker – Group Rate Ends February 26, 2027

481 8th Avenue
New York, NY 10001

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More to come soon!

Questions? Contact ybs@veinternational.org

VE Staff Picks

Our staff pulled together these picks to showcase some of their favorite ways to enjoy New York City!
Enjoy a mix of go-to spots and standout experiences they think are well worth your time:

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