"CEO has taught me that there is no question too big or small to ask. The worst response is "no," and the best response is one that could grant you so many opportunities that you ...

Did you know that a strong professional network and platforms like LinkedIn can help students discover internships and career pathways in high school and college? CEO students had the ...

What have students in the Kankakee County CEO Program learned so far this school year through business tours and guest speakers? From entrepreneurship and manufacturing to marketing ...

Kankakee County CEO students proudly showcased their personal business ventures during the CEO Trade Show held on April 25 at The Majestic in downtown Kankakee. Students shared the ...

Trade Show is happening now til 3. Stop by!

It’s TRADE SHOW DAY! Stop by The Majestic between 1-3 pm to support these young entrepreneurs!

This week, students in the Kankakee County CEO Program visited two businesses in the Majestic Center: Stefari Coffee House and Essential Smoothies Cafe. At Stefari, students explored ...

You’re invited to the Kankakee County CEO Trade Show on Saturday, April 25, from 1:00–3:00 PM at The Majestic in downtown Kankakee. Come support our CEO students as they showcase ...

Young Entrepreneurs Step Up at Olivet Createur Pitch Competition Kankakee County CEO students Gabriella Fuentes and Miles Yohnka represented our program at the Olivet Createur ...

The 2026–2027 Kankakee County CEO class has been selected. Thank you to all who applied. Applicants, please check your email for your decision and next steps. Late applications may be ...

CEO Pitch Competition Highlights Innovation and Real World Skills The Kankakee County CEO Pitch Competition took place on April 8, 2026 at Peddinghaus Corporation, where our students ...

Join us for the 2026 Kankakee County CEO Trade Show on Saturday, April 25, from 1-3 pm, and experience the innovation of this year’s student entrepreneurs. Each student has been ...