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Calling Triangle teens ages 13-18 to submit art, writing, podcasts, or films for the 4th edition Shiboka Zine themed 'Democracy: Take Two.' Selected contributors will be published, featured at a July festival, and paid for their work.

Echo participated in the NCCU CEED Small Business Expansion Summit with teen leaders Ari, Ashley, and Kayla, showcasing their intergenerational approach to entrepreneurship and connecting with ecosystem partners for future collaborations.

Join us on April 5th for an inspiring event connecting students with STEM leaders, top scholars, and community organizers. Network with professionals, build future skills, and enjoy free food at ReCity from 11am-3pm.

echo's Teens Tackle Hunger program was featured by the CDC Foundation for addressing food insecurity in Durham. echoReverb teens helped serve 3,000+ meals to Durham youth and families when school kitchens closed for 4 weeks during summer 2024.

The Future Founders Spring 2025 cohort is making progress with business building, storytelling workshops, and hands-on training. Upcoming activities include woodshop training, AI workshops, and the final showcase on April 25th.

echo Teen Leaders attended Durham's State of the City Address, gaining valuable networking experience and feeling more connected to their community. They tabled at the event and engaged with local organizations while learning about Durham from a new perspective.

Join the 3-session StoryBranding Workshop series by echo x GEORGE at ReCity Network. Young entrepreneurs will learn to craft compelling brand narratives through foundation storytelling, narrative development, and story activation.

Join echo's first Unstuck Workshop of 2025 featuring LinkedIn Top Voice Larry Long Jr. Learn to optimize your LinkedIn profile, build client relationships, create engaging content, and use hidden features to boost visibility and sales.

Join the Pal-Entines Social on February 13th, a Valentine's Day event focused on friendship and entrepreneurship. Features creative activity stations, teen vendor market, treats, and community connections for just $5 admission.

Join FYSO Friday, a founder-focused event where entrepreneurs tackle strategic planning for 2025 and register their required Beneficial Owner Information Report (BOIR). Includes lunch, networking, and expert guidance from Oz Merchant and Melissa Wood.

Join echoReverb's 1st Annual Trunk or Treat on November 1st from 5-8pm! Enjoy free food from local food trucks, costume contests, trunk decorating, pumpkin carving, music, and prizes in collaboration with Duke and UNC Nupes.

Join the Entrepreneurs Building Entrepreneurs Launch Party on November 21st from 6-9pm. Connect with echo's entrepreneurial ecosystem, learn about innovative programs, and be part of building a more inclusive community supporting entrepreneurs at all phases.

echo hosts Durham Community Incubator's Community Pitch Competition on November 14th. Four entrepreneurs will pitch their ideas over dinner, with the audience voting on the most promising project to receive a ~$1,500 micro-grant.

echoReverb entrepreneur Pilar Gutierrez explains the Teens Tackle Hunger campaign to the INDY, describing how they launched farmers market and food truck ventures to address the four-week gap when Durham Public Schools close their kitchens.

Middle and high school students can join the Teens Tackle Environmental Sustainability Design Weekend (Sept 6-8) and 10-Week Incubator. Create innovative green solutions, pitch to judges for cash prizes, and access mentorship from industry experts.

Meet Anjanette Miller, Executive Director who led the transformation from Audacity Labs to echo. She shares her journey from Texas to Durham, the creation of the youth-led Shiboka magazine, and how the merger with Helius created echo's community-driven entrepreneurship model.

SHIBOKA Magazine Issue 1 is a publication for youth, by youth that spotlights Black and brown entrepreneurs' stories. The name comes from the Zulu word meaning 'I exist for you,' emphasizing the importance and value of Durham's Black and brown youth.

NC IDEA Foundation awarded nearly $2.3 million in grants, including an ECOSYSTEM grant to echo (merger of Helius and Audacity Labs) as one of thirteen organizations selected to support underserved entrepreneurs across North Carolina.