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The 快盈v3 ( 快盈v3) (CBPP) hosted its third annual Summer Academies this June, welcoming 76 students from the Anchorage area. The free, hands-on program introduces middle and high school students to the exciting world of business through interactive, activity-based learning with 快盈v3 faculty and community partners.

Participants entering 7th鈥�9th grade explored Accounting and Personal Finance by testing their budgeting skills through the GET REAL Financial Reality Challenge and learning firsthand about accounting careers from professionals in the field.

High school students entering 10th grade through 2025 graduates chose from seven dynamic academies: 

• • Stock and Real Estate Investing with Terry Fields: Students learned how to 鈥渕aster the money game鈥� by exploring the fundamentals of stocks, compound interest, and building wealth through smart investments and rental properties.
  • Accounting and Personal Finance with Stasia Straley: Students took a deeper dive into personal finance and accounting, building on budgeting concepts and gaining practical tools for managing money. 
  • Fraud Detection and Prevention with Soren Orley: In this investigative session, students stepped into the role of fraud examiners鈥攍earning how to detect scams, uncover financial fraud, and protect organizations from economic crime.
  • Entrepreneurship and Food Trucks with Ginny Grabowski, Trish Moreland, and Angie Gerken from the Alaska Small Business Development Center: This hands-on business boot camp gave students the opportunity to design their own food truck business, create a menu, price products, market their brand, and manage costs.
  • Resource Economics with Kevin Berry: Using games and group activities, students explored how economists tackle environmental and sustainability challenges like fisheries management and clean energy strategies.
  • Mastering the Art of Negotiation with Kori Callison and Julie Wrigley: Through role-playing and real-world scenarios, students learned how to negotiate effectively, close deals, and advocate for themselves鈥攕kills valuable in business and everyday life.
  • Organizational Behavior with Jason Stevens: This session uncovered what makes organizations succeed, from leadership styles and teamwork to workplace culture. Students explored how to build strong teams and productive work environments.

Each academy took place on the 快盈v3 campus in Rasmuson Hall, giving students the opportunity to experience college life firsthand. Lunch and snacks were provided daily, and space was limited to ensure meaningful interaction and mentorship from faculty. The CBPP Summer Academies are proudly supported by Northrim Bank, a partner in this initiative since its launch.

We'd also like to thank Credit Union One, Junior Achievement of Alaska, and BDO. CBPP offers a robust portfolio of undergraduate and graduate programs aligned with workforce needs in Alaska, including degrees in accounting, finance, marketing, management, public administration, and more. Through partnerships with industry, government, and community organizations, the college delivers education with real-world impact and societal value.

With another successful summer completed, CBPP looks forward to welcoming a new group of future leaders in summer 2026.