Blue Ridge Innovation and Entrepreneurship Foundation (Brief)

brief’s vision is to unlock the socioeconomic potential that exists within the blue ridge communities through an emphasis on technology for good innovation and social impact entrepreneurship. brief accomplishes this by the following: engaging - with the blue ridge communities which stretch between asheville nc to atlanta ga. initial focus on the socioeconomic needs for greenville, pickens, oconee and anderson counties. educating - imparting knowledge to socioeconomic disadvantaged families. instructional focus to include business, financial, and stem. encouraging - inspiring and fostering hope in at risk youth through athletic and academic mentorships. family and team building programs focused on improving mind and body. equipping - providing hands-on experience via technology innovation and business entrepreneurship programs, workshops and projects. stem skills building (e.g. robotics) and venture business simulation activities included. empowering - enabling the innov