Atlanta, GA, USA: A community-driven initiative in Atlanta is set to spotlight the next generation of entrepreneurs as Breaking the Chains Worldwide hosts its third annual Youth Entrepreneurship, Career & Talent Expo. Organised in partnership with Friendship Baptist Church, the event brings together students, educators and industry professionals under one roof to bridge the gap between aspiration and access.
Framed as more than a conventional careers fair, the expo promises hands-on exposure to emerging industries, on-the-spot job interviews and a youth business pitch competition offering a $1,000 grant. Speaking ahead of the event, founder Shar Bates said the initiative is rooted in a belief that sustained investment in young people can reshape entire communities. The programme also features guidance from professionals including Marvin Arrington Jr., reinforcing links between civic leadership and youth opportunity.
Workshops spanning creative and technical fields—from music production to custom design—aim to equip participants with practical skills and entrepreneurial insight. Organisers say the expo forms part of a broader mission to create long-term pathways for success, positioning education, mentorship and employment access as essential tools in preparing young people for an increasingly competitive future.
