Venture(US:VEMLY) Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2026-01-20 11:47Group 1 - The "Youth Small Shop Model Program" initiated by the China Youth Entrepreneurship and Employment Foundation, in collaboration with Du Xiaoman and local youth federations, has provided skills training, traffic support, and 16 million yuan in interest-free loans to over 800 young entrepreneurs since its launch in early 2022 [1][3] - The program aims to rejuvenate traditional crafts and promote cross-industry integration, injecting vitality into urban areas, with a second phase set to expand to 10 additional cities by 2026 [1][3] - The initiative includes the "Chasing Light Action," which documents the stories of young entrepreneurs and urban landscapes, providing comprehensive traffic boosts to these entrepreneurs [1] Group 2 - In Lishui, the founder of Shao Yin Tang Shui Pu integrates traditional Chinese medicine into beverages, creating a "health + lifestyle" consumption scene, showcasing the diverse aspects of the youth economy [2] - Various entrepreneurs are innovating by merging traditional crafts with modern aesthetics, such as the paper-cutting artist in Zhangjiakou and the snack entrepreneur in Changsha, who aim to elevate traditional products to contemporary markets [2] - The program has established a collaborative entrepreneurial ecosystem through mentorship, training services, and financial empowerment, with cities like Linyi in Shandong becoming national pilot cities for integrating small shop economies with cultural tourism [3]