The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) South Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase Finals is the culminating event of the NFTE program, where students present business ideas they have developed throughout the year. Students participating in this competition have advanced through their school and district-level events and will present their business plans to a panel of volunteer judges from the entrepreneurial and professional community.

This year’s South Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase will be hosted by Comerica and sponsored by EY, G-Unity, PayPal, Santander, and Zuora, with associate support from American Student Assistance (ASA).

The top South Region businesses will advance to the National Competition in November 2026 in New York City.

Event Details

Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Central Time)

Location:
Comerica Business & Innovation Hub
17 Cowboys Way at The Star
Frisco, TX 75036

Entrepreneur/Business Professional Engagement

We invite local entrepreneurs and business professionals to participate in the NFTE South Regional Student Expo to share your expertise and inspire the next generation of business leaders. Students have spent months developing their own business models, and your guidance can help transform these projects into viable ventures.

Your Role:

• 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Student Expo: Engage directly with student teams by visiting their booths, asking thoughtful questions, and providing constructive feedback on their business concepts and presentations.

• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Lunch & Learn: Join students for an interactive lunch discussion. Share your entrepreneurial journey, including the challenges, lessons, and successes that shaped your path, and offer practical advice for building and growing a business.

Lunch will be provided, and you are welcome to stay afterward to experience the E1 Competition and celebrate the students advancing to the National Competition in New York. Your involvement demonstrates that their ideas are valued and that entrepreneurial thinking is recognized and supported.

Preparation

NFTE staff will provide detailed information 3–5 days before the event, along with a brief orientation session on the day of prior to the start of the event.