Career Exposure • Social Capital • Workforce Readiness
A free community-based series for grades 7-12 connecting teens to real professionals, pathways, and real conversations about the future of work.
Why Teen Networking Nights Matter
Real Conversations
- Teens lack access to professional networks, not motivation
- Career exposure often happens too late to shape postsecondary decisions
Skill Building
- Students practice communication, confidence, & professional presence
- The competencies are rarely taught explicitly
Career Awareness
- Exposure to multiple career pathways
- Lived professional experiences across industries
Our Impact
6 Teen Networking Nights sessions delivered
25+ unique youth participants (grades 7–12)
Students rated the program 4.75 out of 5, with Creativity & Professional Confidence identified as the 2 top skills gained
Career exposure across AI, financial services, and entrepreneurship
Hosted a CEO panel featuring four local business leaders
Two students advanced into Teen Networking Nights Ambassador roles
Engaged 6+ industry and community professionals
Partner With Teen Networking Nights
Education & Workforce Partnerships
Dr. Audra Lewis-Hoesch welcomed Stacey Caldwell, Work-Based Learning Coordinator at Steel Center for Career and Technical Education, to Teen Networking Nights. Students gained insight into career pathways, technical education opportunities, and hands-on workforce preparation through this collaboration.
Entrepreneurship & Industry Mentorship
Max Polec of The CEO Strategy led a “So You Want to Start Something” session alongside guest founders Tia Christopher (Founder, The Orange Peel Collaborative), Sophia Fang (Founder, Peachy Day), and Miles Mufuka-Martin (Founder, Relai). Students engaged directly with entrepreneurs to explore business ownership, leadership, and innovation.
Student Leadership & Public Speaking
Teen Networking Nights student ambassadors delivered a 30-second pitch at the Inspired Women event, sharing how Period Zero has impacted their growth, confidence, and career readiness. Students represented the program publicly, demonstrating leadership beyond the classroom.
Let’s Build the Future Together
Your support ensures students access to cutting-edge skills, industry mentorship, and hands-on experiences bridging education and employment. Whether you’re looking to sponsor a program, fund scholarships, or create custom engagement opportunities, we’re excited to collaborate with you.
For sponsorship inquiries and partnership opportunities, contact us at donate@periodzero.ai.