Entrepreneurs’ Organization x JA Partnership

Asheesh Advani, CEO, JA Worldwide; Taunya Renson-Martin, EO Belgium and Global Board Chair-Elect; Jamie Pujara, EO Kenya and Executive Director for the Entrepreneurs’ Organization; and Erin Sawyer, CPO, JA Worldwide, at GLC Rio.

Get the Entrepreneurs You Need—Anywhere in the World

Through JA Worldwide’s partnership with Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), JA teams can request direct connections to experienced entrepreneurs ready to show up for your students. Whether you’re building a program, hosting an event, or strengthening classroom experiences—we’ll help you find the right people.

Tell us what you need. We’ll handle the rest.

Request Entrepreneur Support

What could more entrepreneurs unlock for your students? EO members around the world are ready to share their time, experience, and perspective with JA students.

What do you need to bring your program to life? Tell us how entrepreneurs can support your work, and we’ll connect you with EO members who are ready to engage.

  • Guest Speakers
    Bring real entrepreneurial journeys into your classrooms, events, or student experiences.

  • Mentors & Coaches
    Pair students with founders and business leaders for guidance, feedback, and inspiration.

  • Competition Judges
    Engage experienced entrepreneurs to evaluate student ideas and elevate the experience.

  • Program & Classroom Support
    Add practical, real-world insight to JA programs—virtually or in person.

  • Local or Global Connections
    Need support in your own community or another country? We’ll help you find the right fit.

  • Something Else?
    If you have a specific idea or need, tell us—we’ll work with EO to make it happen.

How It Works

  1. Submit your request
    Share what you’re planning, what kind of support you need, and your timing.

  2. We match you with EO members
    We tap into the EO network to find entrepreneurs aligned to your request.

  3. You connect and collaborate
    We make the introduction—you build the experience together.

Make It Real for Your Students

EO members don’t just talk about entrepreneurship—they live it.
By bringing them into your programs, you give students access to real stories, real challenges, and real possibilities.

Start your request, and let’s build something meaningful.

Kate Carlton, People Development Manager, JA Worldwide

Meet Kate

Your connection to entrepreneurs worldwide.

As your EO x JA Worldwide Concierge, she helps JA teams connect to the right entrepreneurs to show up for students—whether that’s speaking, mentoring, judging, or supporting your programs.

Tell her what you need. She’ll make it happen!

Submit Your Inquiry