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Exploring the Impact of Junior Achievement with Marie Camp

In this episode of Rethinking Business Success Sauce and Two Pickles, hosts Tamara McDuff and Sid Ragona interview Marie Kamp, Vice President of Programs and Learning Experiences at Junior Achievement (JA). Marie provides an in-depth look at JA's diverse programs aimed at inspiring and preparing students for their future careers, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial success. Detailing programs like JA BizTown, JA Finance Park, and various special events, Marie outlines the impressive reach and impact JA has had on the Rochester area, including engaging over 16,000 students in the last fiscal year. She also shares her personal journey to JA, the organization's mission, volunteer opportunities, and the critical importance of mentoring and financial education for the youth. The discussion concludes with insights on Marie's motivations, advice for her younger self, and a call for community involvement.
marie.kamp@ja.org

https://cuny.ja.org/

00:35 Introduction and Host Welcome
01:14 Introducing Junior Achievement
01:38 Impressive Numbers and Programs
03:03 Marie Camp Joins the Conversation
03:34 Junior Achievement's History and Mission
06:16 Program Details and Volunteer Involvement
07:14 Special Events and Competitions
10:18 JA Discovery Center Overview
16:40 Student Participation and Impact
26:33 Marie Camp's Personal Journey
29:07 Balancing Career and Family
30:13 Transition to Nonprofit Work
31:42 Joining Junior Achievement
34:41 Impact of Financial Literacy
36:10 Advice to My Younger Self
38:22 Mentorship and Influences
40:13 Passion for Education
42:15 Challenges of Teaching Financial Literacy
50:07 Inspiring Hope and Future Opportunities
53:21 Conclusion and Contact Information