ESTEAM Children’s Business Fair to give cash prize for best business model

The fourth annual ESTEAM Children’s Business Fair will give up to 36 kids ages 5-15 a chance to create a product or service, develop a marketing strategy, interact with customers and potentially win a cash award.

The fair will be held outdoors April 10 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the CHASCO Family YMCA, 1801 N. I-35, Round Rock.

Sponsors and local business owners will serve as judges and mentors for the contest, according to a news release. Judging criteria will include presentation, potential and originality. Cash awards will be given out in each age group.

Application and registration fee is $20 per business. Attending the fair is free.

The event will also include a T-shirt design competition with a prize of $50 for the winning entry.

ESTEAM Children’s Business Fair is organized by 21st Academy, a nonprofit organization that creates customizable programs for learners to discover their passions, according to 21st Academy’s website.

Visit 21st Academy’s website to register for the fair.