Program: Critical Thinking for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Think Boldy. Solve Creatively.
What is it about entrepreneurs? They see opportunities that others don’t see. They overcome challenges that stop others in their tracks.
Entrepreneurs solve problems. They persist. They have the drive to win.
Do you have entrepreneurial instincts or ambitions? Or a fascination with innovation?
Join us for this exciting one-week, highly interactive experience on the campus of Stanford University!
Put yourself to the test…
- Take on complex problem-solving with real-life business cases.
- Practice logical reasoning and collaborative thinking.
- Discover how innovators and entrepreneurs turn ideas into action.
- Challenge yourself in new ways!
Build the mindset that drives innovation, leadership, and confidence for college and beyond.
For Students Entering Grades:
On the Campuses of:
- Stanford University
Ready To Enroll?
Let's Get Started!Reimagine Challenges as Possibilities.
Students step into a world of bold ideas, imaginative problem-solving, and groundbreaking possibilities. This immersive program is designed to spark creativity while building the skills that drive visionary thinking.
Over the course of the program, students will learn how entrepreneurs think and immediately put that learning into practice.
Led by talented faculty and inspired by conversations with real-life entrepreneurs and business luminaries, students will develop the mindset and tools to approach uncertainty with confidence and recognize opportunities where others see obstacles.
The skills gained bring fresh energy to classes, projects, and activities now, while also preparing students for success in college and beyond.
Students learn these techniques and skills...
- to think creatively
- to problem solve
- to apply logic and reasoning
- to strategize solutions
A Week of Hands-On Exploration
Through engaging case studies from Harvard Business School, the Stanford Graduate School of Business and other leading sources, students dive into real-world challenges that demand fresh solutions and bold imagination.
Each session is crafted to spark creativity while strengthening the ability to use evidence, logic, insight, and intuition to tackle complex problems.
Students work both independently and in teams, combining their unique perspectives with the power of collaboration. They also complete a capstone project — selecting an entrepreneurial venture to either imagine and launch or rescue and reinvent.
This exploratory project encourages students to dream big, experiment with ideas, and experience how innovation comes alive when curiosity meets action.
Whether aiming for biotech breakthroughs, launching a start-up, leading an NGO, or making a difference in their community, participants carry forward a powerful way of thinking that fuels creativity, confidence, and impact.
Meet the Entrepreneurs & Innovators Leading the Program
About Dr. Peter S. Temes
Dr. Temes is an innovation guru who holds a Ph.D. and three master's degrees from Columbia University. He is founder and president of ILO Institute and has led initiatives for Goldman Sachs, ExxonMobil, NASA, Disney, GM, and many other companies in the technology, finance and consumer marketing sectors. He is also an advisor to small businesses and start-ups.
Dr. Temes is the author of several books, including Teaching Leadership, and co-author of We the People: Human Purpose in a Digital Age. Dr. Temes was a founding faculty member of GBSP.
About Dr. Andrew V. Sanchez
Dr. Sanchez is a graduate of Harvard University and holds a master's and Ph.D. from University of Oxford. He is the co-founder and CEO of Udio, an award-winning AI music generation platform.
Dr. Sanchez was a Fulbright Scholar and winner of the Ertegun Scholarship. He is also an alumnus of Great Books Summer Program, having first attended when he was in middle school.
Join Us for Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week on the Campus of Stanford
This is our inaugural year for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and we couldn't be more excited to carry on the tradition of Great Books critical thinking in this new and very-hands on program.
Space will be extremely limited in this special program.
Reach out soon to secure your place!
On The Campuses Of:
Stanford University
For Students Entering Grades:
9-12 (High School)One & multi-week programs available:
- July 12, 2026
