Stock Market Challenge
Detroit Blockchain Collective is proud to partner with Junior Achievement of Southeast Michigan! This event is about Economic Empowerment Through Education and is for individuals age 16-25.
Junior Achievement has been nominated for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize, their third nomination in three years.
Proudly sponsored by Stand With Crypto!
Unleash Your Inner Investor!
Ready to dive into the exciting world of the stock market? 🌟 Join us for JA Stock Market Challenge and learn the ropes of investing!
During this event you will engage in workshops that will cover the basics of the stock market. After completing investing workshops, participants will compete in teams in the JA Stock Market Challenge where they'll invest and trade virtual funds in the real market, create draft portfolios, and finalize stock selections!
Take a look at highlights from last year’s event!
What You'll Learn:
Stock Market Basics: Understand how the stock market works and how current events can impact it.
Investment Strategies: Discover the benefits and challenges of investing as part of a long-term strategy.
Risks and Rewards: Learn about the potential gains and pitfalls of trading.
Emerging Technologies in Finance: As part of this year’s program, participants will also explore how digital innovation is transforming the world of money. A special presentation by Michigan President of Stand With Crypto, Elizabeth Hansson, will introduce cryptocurrency and blockchain in the context of financial literacy—helping young investors understand how these technologies are shaping the future of saving, investing, and economic opportunity.
Get Hands-On Experience: After completing our engaging workshops, you'll get to participate in the JA Stock Market Challenge! Use fake funds to invest and trade in the real market, create draft portfolios with your team, and finalize your stock selections. It's a fun and competitive way to put your new skills to the test!
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a savvy investor? 🚀
Junior Achievement USA is the world's largest organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic choices.
Date: Thursday November 20, 2025
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm EST