Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE)

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to providing entrepreneurship education and training programs. Founded in 1987 by Steve Mariotti, its core mission is to activate the entrepreneurial mindset and build startup skills in youth from under-resourced communities, aiming to ensure their success and foster a more vibrant society. NFTE's global headquarters are located at 120 Wall Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10005, United States.

NFTE offers a range of experiential and project-based entrepreneurship programs for middle school, high school, college students, and adults. These programs, often developed in association with major universities, focus on empowering young people in underserved communities by teaching business, academic, and life skills. The organization delivers its curriculum through various models, including in-school, out-of-school, in-person, online, and hybrid formats. Key offerings include BizCamps, the World Series of Innovation, and the National Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge. NFTE operates in numerous U.S. states and has a significant global presence, with partners in over 30 countries.

J.D. LaRock serves as the President and CEO of NFTE. In recent news, the organization announced the passing of its founder, Steve Mariotti, on October 20, 2024, and established the Steve Mariotti Legacy Fund in his honor. NFTE continues to host its annual Youth Entrepreneurship Showcases, with winners from regional competitions in the West, Midwest, and Southeast advancing to the National Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase in November 2026. The organization also administered the Mott Million Dollar Challenge in June 2026, a national youth pitch competition with a substantial prize pool, and celebrated Youth Entrepreneurship Day on November 7, 2025, an observance recognized by a Presidential letter in 2023. NFTE maintains its market positioning as a global leader in equitable entrepreneurship education, supported by partnerships such as the expanded collaboration with Comerica Bank.