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Lion Launch

"Create. Build. Lead."

Equipping students with the knowledge, character, and practical experience to create sustainable businesses, strengthen their communities, and develop generational wealth through ethical entrepreneurship, innovation, and servant leadership.

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Start Here · Entrepreneurial Education

The Foundations Workbook

Eight written chapters completed in order. Each chapter is locked until the one before it is finished, and the workbook must be completed before Level 01 of Lion Launch opens. Wealth doesn’t determine your character — it amplifies it. Build the foundation first.

Core Learning Areas

Seven levels from mindset to operations

Level 01Lion Launch

Entrepreneur Foundations

  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Goal setting
  • Time management
  • Financial responsibility
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership
  • Professional communication
Deliverable · A complete business idea.
Level 02Lion Launch

Business Development

  • Identify market needs
  • Research competitors
  • Create products
  • Develop services
  • Price products
  • Branding
  • Customer service
  • Marketing
Deliverable · A complete business model.
Level 03Lion Launch

Legal Formation

  • Business structures
  • LLC vs Corporation
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • EIN
  • Business licensing
  • Contracts
  • Intellectual property
  • Trademark basics
  • Copyright basics
  • Patents overview
Level 04Lion Launch

Financial Literacy

  • Banking
  • Credit
  • Business credit
  • Bookkeeping
  • Taxes
  • Profit & Loss
  • Cash Flow
  • Budgeting
  • Payroll
  • Investing
Level 05Lion Launch

Technology

  • AI tools
  • Website builders
  • Graphic design
  • Social media management
  • CRM systems
  • Inventory software
  • Automation
  • Digital marketing
Level 07Lion Launch

Business Operations

  • Inventory
  • Customer support
  • Scheduling
  • Hiring
  • Team leadership
  • Risk management
  • Quality control
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Real Businesses

Students launch companies students actually run

Lawn CarePower WashingMobile DetailingGraphic DesignApparel BrandPhotographyBakeryCateringLandscapingAI ConsultingTutoringComputer RepairWeb DesignPodcast ProductionCustom CraftsPressure WashingHome ServicesCleaning CompanyMoving CompanyEvent Planning

Every Semester

NCEA Lion Marketplace

Businesses sell products and services to the public. Students experience:

  • Real customers
  • Real revenue
  • Real inventory
  • Real accounting
  • Real marketing
  • Real taxes
  • Real customer service

Community Mentors

Professionals in the room

Every cohort partners with working professionals to mentor, review pitches, and open doors:

  • Bank managers
  • Accountants
  • Attorneys
  • Business owners
  • Licensed contractors
  • Realtors
  • Insurance professionals
  • Marketing professionals
  • Engineers

Graduation Requirements

Students must complete every deliverable

  1. 01Business Plan
  2. 02Marketing Plan
  3. 03Financial Projection
  4. 04Pitch Presentation
  5. 05Website
  6. 06Business Branding Package
  7. 07Community Service Project
  8. 08Live Sales Event
  9. 09Investor Pitch

Recognition Levels

The Lion Path

1
Lion Cub Entrepreneur

First idea to first pitch.

2
Rising Lion Entrepreneur

Model, brand, and first customers.

3
Lion Builder

Legal formation and financial systems in place.

4
Lion Innovator

Tech-enabled operations and digital marketing.

5
Lion Executive

Full ops, hiring, and SOPs — running a real business.

6
Lion Legacy Entrepreneur

Sustained revenue, mentorship, and community impact.