Acton Children's Business Fair Brighton, MI
Saturday, June 3, 2023
10:00AM - 12:00PM
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About the fair
Observe the opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business!
Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace.
We will host over 100 young entrepreneurs at the 6th annual event in Downtown Brighton on June 3, from 10am - noon. Located in the parking lot of The State Bank (across from the farmers market), 134 N 1st St, Brighton, MI 48116.
This event is hosted by Acton Academy @ Wildwood Ranch in Howell, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
Whether an entrepreneur is famous like Elon Musk or Oprah Winfrey or they are one of the thousands of unsung business owners across this country, these are the people who make sacrifices to innovate, create jobs and serve their communities.
Hosted by
Scott Taylor
🗓️ Started hosting in 2018
🚀 Has hosted 5 fairs
"Principled entrepreneurs are heroes who innovate, take risks, and embrace challenge. We put on this event because we believe it's never to early for children to experience the important lessons of entrepreneurship. If you like this type of project-based learning for your young one, we invite you to discover our Acton Academy @ Wildwood Ranch in Howell."
– Scott & Cally Taylor, the Fair's hosts
– Scott & Cally Taylor, the Fair's hosts
Frequently asked questions
What is provided?
Each business will be given a space in the event area to set up their table. Everything else is up to the young entrepreneurs.
My 2 children want to create separate businesses, how do I register them for separate spots?
Please only fill out the registration for once per family. Simply enter the number of spots you would like.
My child wants to work with a friend, should their friends parents sign up too?
My child wants to work with a friend, should their friends parents sign up too?
Yes please ask their friends parents to fill out our sign up form and simply enter "0" for # of spots.
Can my children work together on the same business? Sure! I recommend no more than 3 children per business.
Can I bring two tables for my children's business?
Please only bring one table for each business. Each table should be a separate business with separate children in charge.
We have a group of children (for example a scout troop), how do we signup and can we all work together?
Great! For each child participating, please ask their parents to fill out the signup form. The spirit of this events is for each child to take charge. I strongly advise letting the children each work on their own business idea, either individually or in a group of 2-3 friends. When a larger group of children works together, it simply becomeas a "bakesale" and the children miss out on this opportunity of launching their own business and feeling in charge.
Can I request my child's spot and their friend's spot be assigned next to each other?
We do not assign spots. The young entrepreneurs pick their spot right after they check in. Please arrive for check-in between 8:45am-9:15am. The selling starts at 10am.
Can my child make multiple types of items to sell?
Of course! It's their business and one of the many business decisions for your young entrepreneur to make. Is it better to focus on one type of item, or many? That's up to the business owner!
Can I drop off my child and then leave?
We are not staffed to supervise individual children. Parents are encouraged to stay around. To provide the full entrepreneurial experience, please remain as hands off as possible, letting the kids take charge. Use the free time to check out the other businesses!
My child is registered for a spot, what time should we arrive to start setting up?
Check-in for the young entrepreneurs starts at 8:45am. They have until 10am to prepare their table with their items/decorations. 10am-noon is when they sell to the public.
How big of a table can I bring?
6 feet or less.
Will electricity be available?
Electricity is not able to be provided.
Is food allowed?
Is food allowed?
"Cottage foods" are allowed. For more information on Cottage Foods, visit: Michigan Cottage Foods Information.
I have another question, how can I contact you?
For additional question, please feel free to contact me:
Scott Taylor
scott@ActonBrighton.com
c: 586-337-9300
scott@ActonBrighton.com
c: 586-337-9300
