The Founder

Philosophy

At NEXT, we believe in the power of education to transform individuals, businesses, and communities. Our philosophy is rooted in the understanding that an entrepreneurial mindset—marked by curiosity, resilience, innovation, and action—is essential for thriving in a dynamic and ever-changing world.

We are committed to empowering students, educators, professionals, and organizations to unlock their full potential through experiential learning, strategic coaching, and customized curriculums. We approach every partnership with a focus on collaboration, equity, and meaningful impact, ensuring that our programs inspire confidence, foster creativity, and drive measurable results.

Guided by our values of excellence, inclusivity, and purpose, we aim to create opportunities that spark growth, build capacity, and cultivate the skills needed for long-term success. At NEXT, we are not just shaping the leaders of today but equipping them to build a future filled with possibility and purpose.

Michelle Blue, Founder of Next YE Development

Entrepreneurial Mindset & Strategic Development

Thought Leader

www.themichelleblue.com

Michelle Blue is an entrepreneur who launched her first business immediately after college—a venture designed to empower girls in Ghana to continue their education. Her innovative approach and commitment to impact earned her partnerships with major brands like Pantene, recognition as one of Mashable's "Top Black-Owned Businesses Changing the World," and the opportunity to share her story during a TEDTalk. She later returned to Ghana to celebrate the graduation of the very girls her business set out to support, a milestone that exemplifies her dedication to creating meaningful change.

As a trained psychoanalytical coach with over 11 years of entrepreneurial experience, Blue is passionate about helping individuals and organizations unlock their purpose and step confidently into their full potential.

Through NEXT, Blue and her team of thought leaders and educators deliver transformative entrepreneurial teachings and experiences. They support students, educators, professionals, and organizations in developing the mindset, strategies, and skills to thrive in an ever-changing economy. By fostering innovation, resilience, and purposeful action, NEXT equips individuals and teams to succeed in the classroom, the workplace, and beyond.