Agenda

• What is manufacturing? Understanding production, supply chains, and value creation
• Core business concepts: operations, logistics, quality control, and customer needs
• Startup essentials: capital, equipment, labor, and legal structure
• Cost breakdown: fixed vs. variable costs, pricing strategies, and margins
• How to think like a manufacturer — problem-solving, efficiency, and innovation
• Guided walk-through of a mock manufacturing business plan and product lifecycle
• Interactive peer discussion and Q&A — ask what you really want to know
• Final group debrief: reflect, share takeaways, and explore future business ideas
• Participants are encouraged to come with their own manufacturing ideas in mind — we’ll explore them alongside other examples during the session. Dont’ have an idea? You’re still at the right place where we’ll provide a lot of examples

Topics Covered

• What it means to own and operate a manufacturing business
• The connection between product design, production, and profitability
• How operational planning helps manage risk and scale sustainably
• Key business concepts: supply chain, inventory, production costs, and pricing
• Asking smart entrepreneurial questions and learning from real examples
• Habits that build confidence in business leadership and decision-making

Final Reflection Activity

We’ll close with a group session designed to help participants:

• Share what they’ve learned
• Identify takeaways for personal or entrepreneurial goals
• Explore how manufacturing knowledge supports independence and innovation

Why This Event Matters

• Early Exposure: Learn how products are made and businesses are built
• Confidence Boost: Get real with business planning and decision-making
• Life & Career Empowerment: Entrepreneurial thinking builds independence and opportunity
• Inspiration & Community: Join peers who are ready to take charge of their ideas and future

Enrollment Details

• Age Group: 12–18
• Duration: 2 hours
• Format: In-person workshop with interactive exercises and peer discussion
• Participants: Ideal for youth curious about entrepreneurship, manufacturing, and business ownership

Important Notes

• Please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
• Pickup is promptly at 9:00 PM. Please ensure timely arrival
• There will be no discussion with organizers about the participant’s performance at the facility. If you have feedback, questions, or want to connect, we’re happy to assist by phone before or after the event

Contact Details

Wassim Amer – 416-770-2210
We won’t be able to answer your call during the session