Supporting entrepreneurs and youth is our number one priority!!!
Total Concepts International, Inc.
"Our Youth , Our Future"
Our Mission
To empower individuals with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to become successful entrepreneurs and leaders. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world business experiences, we aim to cultivate innovation, resilience, and financial literacy.
Donate Now!!!
In lieu of physical gifts during the Distinguished Service Chapter Reception, Honorable Brother McCaskill has asked that attendees consider making a contribution to his 501c3 non-profit organization, Total Concepts International, Inc. This organization is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, youth, and underrepresented communities through programs that enhance and empower individuals with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to become successful entrepreneurs and leaders.
Your contributions make programs like Youth Entrepreneur Academy (YEA) and KidzBiz a major success. There is no contribution too small. Afterall, it is "Our Youth, Our Future!"
Save the Date for the 2026 Triad Minority & Women's Business
Mark your calendars for the 13th Annual Triad Minority & Women's Business Expo! We are so excited to bring you a weekend dedicated to minority and women-owned businesses! We're bringing back our Kidzbiz and Youth Entrepreneur Academy (YEA) vendors!! You do not want to miss it!!! Save the date: August 22, 2026!!!
Kidz Biz
Additional Information
The Kidz Biz Training Program is a 6-week program that cultivates the entrepreneurial mindset in our future leaders and helps students launch their own businesses. Through the program, students in grades 5-8 learn the skills and receive mentoring to help them turn their skills and interests into a profitable business idea! Students will have the opportunity to:
● Generate business ideas using their passions and skills
● Learn the basics of business finances (costs, price, revenue, profit, budgeting, taxes)
● Learn how to effectively market and sell products and services
● Connect with and learn from successful entrepreneurs across the Triad area
● Write a basic business plan
● Create a video for submission to be considered as a finalist in The Next Kidz Biz Competition
● Register the business with the state of North Carolina
● Participate in the Triad Minority and Women’s Business Expo and sell their products and/or services to the public!
What Students Gain:
Entrepreneurial Skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Introduction to business
- Product creation and new inventions
- Financial literacy and budgeting
Student Achievement
- Creative and critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Leadership skills and public speaking skills
- Lateral and higher-order thinking
Post-secondary readiness
- 21st Century Career Skills: product idealization, marketing research, technology
- Sparks interests in attending college
- Career idealization
Learn More
This is an excellent opportunity to cultivate the entrepreneurial mindset in our future leaders. Click below to register your kid-preneur today!!!
Youth Entrepreneur Academy (YEA)
What is YEA?
This program is designed to educate and inspire young people to become successful entrepreneurs. It provides hands-on training in business fundamentals, financial literacy, leadership, and innovation. Participants gain real-world experience by developing comprehensive business plans, pitching their ideas to investors and business leaders, engaging in mentorship opportunities with established entrepreneurs, and learning the fundamentals of branding, marketing, and financial management.
Some of the key training modules include:
- Business Planning & Strategy – Crafting a solid business model and understanding market demands
- Financial Literacy & Budgeting – Managing money effectively and making smart financial decisions
- Leadership & Teamwork – Developing strong leadership skills to navigate challenges
- Marketing & Branding – Understanding how to position a business for success
- Innovation & Problem-Solving – Encouraging creative thinking and adaptability
- Legal & Ethical Considerations – Understanding business laws, contracts, and ethical decision-making.
- Networking & Business Etiquette – Building professional relationships and mastering the art of networking.
- Customer Service & Relationship Management – Understanding how to engage with customers, build loyalty, and provide exceptional service.
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and continue to make a difference in the lives of our youth and our future!
