I’d like to thank Belleville CEO for giving me so many opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally. I’m especially thankful for how the program has helped me build real social-networking skills—talking with business owners, making connections, and learning how to present myself with confidence. CEO has pushed me out of my comfort zone and taught me what it takes to be prepared for future jobs, from communication to professionalism to showing initiative. I’m grateful for the people I’ve met, the experiences I’ve had, and the skills I’m gaining that will help me succeed long after the program ends. One of the most meaningful experiences I’ve had so far in Belleville CEO was learning from Derek Betz at Fletcher’s. His lesson on the 6 Ps of business really stood out to me because it broke success down into simple, practical steps. What made his visit even more impactful was how openly he talked about both his successes and his failures. Hearing him explain that you might fail many times, but you only need one big success to change everything, really stuck with me. His honesty and experience showed me what it truly takes to build something meaningful and inspired me to approach my own future with more confidence and determination. - Nate Sorgea, Chief Marketing Officer, Session Two