Allen County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2021 - Jun 30, 2022





4015 - Economic Development and Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development
4015.1) 0

Number of businesses retained or expanded (including new market opportunities)
4015.2) 143

Number of individuals reporting a new skill to prepare themselves for the workforce
4015.3) 0

Number of business start-ups
4015.4) 1

Number of events providing local entrepreneurship opportunities


Success Stories

APES Program Celebrates 50 Years of Success in Allen County

Author: Anna Meador

Major Program: Economic Development and Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development

APES Program Celebrates 50 Years of Success in Allen County

For the past 50 years, the Allen County 4-H Youth Development Program has facilitated the American Private Enterprise Systems (APES) Program for Allen County High School students.   The APES Program is designed to “prepare students for an active role in business through direct involvement with business and professional leaders … In doing so, it acquaints students with career opportunities in business and provides leadership training for those serving as officers and committee m

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