Measuring CEO's Impact

"The CEO has completely changed my outlook on school and life. Applying for the class was one of the best choices I have ever made. The class teaches you so many life lessons that you can apply to every situation whether it be for personal or business."

"I will forever hold a passion for CEO. It was an amazing experience visiting businesses, working with my classmates on our class business, and then starting my own business. The connections you make with all of the speakers and business owners are ones that will last a lifetime."

"This class has changed me so much I forget how I used to be. It has changed how I think, communicate, and how I handle people. I never would have thought I would be able to talk to business people as I do. CEO has changed my entire outlook on life and I am very grateful for that."

"The CEO Program has changed my life. I learned many valuable lessons about the business and real world from many leaders in our community. I am more confident with myself. I learned to never give up and keep moving forward. Connections are the key in any career field. Now, I know I want to be involved with business as I'm getting older. CEO has created a foundation for my future endeavors. I couldn't be any more grateful that I had the opportunity to participate in such an amazing experience! Thank you CEO for everything and good luck to the next participants!"

"The first semester of CEO has been beyond amazing. I have learned so much about myself and others. Visiting businesses around Jasper County has opened my eyes and shocked me over and over again. I have met so many amazing people through CEO. I feel that I have grown up so much over the past four months and I wouldn't change my experience for anything."

“The CEO class has taught me how to be a more beneficial and efficient leader for our community. In addition, it has brought many exciting learning experiences and has given me a better outlook for the future of myself being involved in the community. Not all businesses come in a can, a business must adapt to its marketing area with supply and demand.”

“It is a good feeling though because you start connecting all the dots from every experience we encountered to build one big thing. Its's amazing how that works.”

"It is a wonderful opportunity to network and see what goes on behind the scenes of your community. You are able to connect with different people from not only your school but other high schools in your area. The class and personal businesses are great ways to dip your toe into event planning/organization and entrepreneurship. It is not just about the business aspect and can change how you interact with those around you."

"CEO helps you make connections not just with other people our age but with other business as well. CEO teaches you how to communicate and helps you understand that it's okay to get out of your comfort zone."

"CEO has given me many opportunities to grow and learn. It has allowed me to meet and talk to new people everyday, and build a network of resources that will give me an edge in my peers as I graduate high school. It has taught me the value of teamwork, and has shown me how important diversity is in order to see things from a different perspective. I have also been able to develop many skills through CEO, including public speaking, leadership, and patience."

"If you want your life to develop more value and be inspired to accomplish dreams, join CEO."

"CEO allows you to grow and learn things that will benefit you for life."

"If you are interested in growing yourself in any way and you invest in the program, you're going to be a better person coming out and you're going to be better suited for whatever comes at you in life. Take the chance and invest in yourself."

"CEO helps you create skills that you will use for the rest of your life."

"There is no better way to for people, especially professionals, to get to know you than CEO. This program will grow your network immensely and provide opportunities for you that you never would've had before."

"This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you don't want to miss out on. I have grown so much and I feel like my school day is productive with CEO in my schedule."

"CEO will teach you skills that will put you miles ahead of your peers."

"This program gives you a gift that you truly cannot gain from any other class that is offered at the high school. You will feel much more comfortable and prepared with starting your career."