WHEREAS, the state of North Carolina celebrates and supports local Kidpreneurs and the outstanding and significant contributions they make to the local community; and
WHEREAS, a Kidpreneur is someone under the age of 19 who starts a business, and is willing to risk loss in order to make a difference in the world and follow their dreams; and
WHEREAS, Kidpreneurs set great examples for their peers by balancing their academic responsibilities as well as the responsibilities of being a business owner and any other extracurricular activities they participate in; and
WHEREAS, Kidpreneurs exhibit adaptability, professionalism, and creativity; and
WHEREAS, Kidpreneurs are introduced to various life skills including risk management, customer service, resilience, and critical thinking; and
WHEREAS, Kidpreneurs have the opportunity to follow their dreams while gaining experience with business and marketing which will help them with future endeavors; and
WHEREAS, we applaud this National Association of Kidpreneurs initiative for providing Kidpreneurs with networking opportunities, peer connections, and for providing a platform that is essential to create and develop their businesses;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROY COOPER, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim November 6, 2021, as “NATIONAL KIDPRENEUR DAY” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all citizens.