SpeakUp Ventures
Startup School for Asian High School Dreamers
Build Your First Company in 5 weeks
Compete Internationally
Enhance College Admissions
Accelerated program to give Aspiring Asian HS Entrepreneurs the community, mentorship, guidance to start their 1st company
Founded on the belief that many high-achieving Asian students lack the confidence, communication, and presentation skills to stand out and succeed at the highest levels e.g., college admissions, networking events, interviews, jobs, internships, etc.
💚 Collaborating with kind-hearted 💚 professors, entrepreneurs, and innovators from
💖 Why our students love us 💖
Virtual Global
In-Person NYC & LA
*Scholarships available
Overcome Social Anxiety and Fear of Public Speaking
We've created a safe space for students to fail gracefully, engage in meaningful work, and practice speaking out loud.
Become a Storyteller and Influence the World
College admissions and society often perceive Asians as quiet, timid, passive followers. Students will learn to forge their own path toward success, navigate through ambiguity, and speak up for themselves and others.
Stand Out with a Meaningful College Essay
If you're Asian, perfect SAT scores and GPA are not enough to stand out. However, an essay that highlights your character and ability to make the world a better place is rare and is what top colleges want.
Letters of Recommendation
If students excel in their work and impress their mentors / speakers they can request a letter of recommendation for college applications, summer school placements, or internships.
Shark Tank Competition
Our program culminates in Demo Day to celebrate our students' hard work. Students will create presentations and pitch their ideas to Silicon Valley investors, founders, and innovators. Family and friends are invited.
We don't care about your resume or credentials
We value your curiosity, passion, resilience, empathy, and drive
We believe these values are foundational to uplifting others and achieving success in business and life 😇 🏆
Mentors & Speakers
Build relationships, receive feedback, and gain insights from the challenges, mistakes, and experiences of our mentors & speakers.
Shark Tank Competition Judges
