My First Entrepreneurial Pitch - Age 6
VLABS Young Entrepreneur · June 2025
When I was six years old and preparing to enter second grade, I gave my first entrepreneurial pitch through the VLABS Young Entrepreneur program. After noticing that most children's masks were plain, I designed a collection of colorful, child-friendly masks that children could personalize with their names, favorite emojis, animals, candy, birthday themes, and school designs. My goal was to make masks that were safe, strong, washable, and fun to wear.
I also proposed a smart vending machine stocked with masks, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and toys. The machine would allow its owner to monitor inventory from a phone and could be placed in busy locations such as gas stations.
This experience introduced me to entrepreneurship and taught me that creative ideas can help solve everyday problems.