Wharton Global Youth Program

Future of the Business World Podcast

Future of the Business World is a monthly podcast from the Wharton Global Youth Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Future of the Business World features 20-minute conversations with teen entrepreneurs from around the world who are launching startups and products, and embracing the entrepreneurial mindset. Each month, Wharton Global Youth introduces you to a new teen innovator, discussing innovations, inspirations and their hopes for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Wharton Global Youth Program

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Latest episode

Jan 31, 2026

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Episodes

A Neurodivergent Teen Launches a Line of Fidget Jewelry 31.01.2026

On this episode of Future of the Business World, Roxanne Goldman from New York City shares the story of her startup, Stim Stacked, and how it is helping her and she hopes other women with ADHD to fidget and focus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Competitive Tennis Powers a Business Mindset 30.12.2025

In this episode of  Future of the Business World , Yijia "Annie" Chen shares how her journey as a provincial-level tennis player in China has shaped her entrepreneurial mindset, intellectual curiosity, and approach to personal branding. Yijia illustrates how sports can be a powerful foundation for innovation—connecting athletics, data, media, and purpose to create impact both on and off the c...

Business and Creativity: Turning Memories into Coloring Books 25.11.2025

Are you ready for AI meets crayons? This month on Future of the Business World, Wharton Global Youth talks with Evan Perez, the co-founder of Color Your Life , a startup he launched with his friend Adrian that turns kids’ favorite family moments into personalized, AI-powered coloring books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baking Up Business Lessons with "The Macaron Girl" 31.10.2025

This month, we speak with high school student Shaili Chudasama, a baker from California, U.S., who runs La Cherie Macarons. Soon after starting her business at age 13, Shaili’s community nicknamed her “the macaron girl” for her talent creating the delicate French pastries.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Expanding Financial Education in Latin America 25.09.2025

A high school student from Lima, Peru, who attended an online Wharton Global Youth program shares her passion for entrepreneurship, financial education and empowering young people to create their own opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Making Connections on the Pickleball Court 06.08.2025

Teen entrepreneur Ava Weissman is building Pickleball 4 a Purpose, a 501(c)(3) organization that is helping her to develop skills in networking, event planning, fundraising and relationship building. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chocolate Hope: A Mission to Grow Sustainable Agriculture in Colombia 27.06.2025

High school student Olivia Ospina Lerner discusses her work with MOCA Colombia, a nonprofit focused on helping marginalized agricultural communities in Medellin, Colombia, achieve self-sufficiency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Theater Kid Champions the Arts Where They Are Needed Most 03.06.2025

The Said Project is exposing public school students in New York City to theater, dance, and the Broadways shows and stars that make it happen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucio Hightower-Rojas Wants to Solve Students' Scholarship Struggles 30.04.2025

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. Meet young innovators and changemakers who are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Knitting Purpose and New Life from Textile Waste in Indonesia 25.03.2025

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. Meet young innovators and changemakers who are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Art, Business and Community of Baseball Gloves 18.02.2025

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. Meet young innovators and changemakers who are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brothers Develop a System to Predict and Detect Wildfires 27.01.2025

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. Meet young innovators and changemakers who are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kicking Off a Gap Year with a World Record and an Angel Investor 19.12.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanksgiving Leftovers? One Student's Solution to Food Waste 01.12.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tomatoes, Sunflowers and Farmers Market Modernization 23.10.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tennis Ball Innovation and Sustainability on Center Court 25.09.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a leader in business education, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Power of Entrepreneurship to Own Your Future 04.09.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Budding Bio Entrepreneur Makes Nutritional Gummies for Teens 21.06.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Start-up Brand Chases New 'Tea Friends' and Profits for Yunnan Farmers 30.05.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton's Investment Competition Sparks a Passion for Finance 16.04.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Combating Hunger while Celebrating Community Diversity 25.03.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cakepop Wisdom: 'Your Business Is a Reflection of You' 16.02.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly 20-minute show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Growing Entrepreneurial Mindset Opens a Startup to Opportunities 19.01.2024

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E-commerce, Blue Butterflies and Creative Entrepreneurship 18.12.2023

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shining a Light on Health and Fitness in the South Side of Chicago 21.11.2023

Coming to you from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this monthly show features teen entrepreneurs from around the world. These young innovators and changemakers are the future of the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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