The Young Entrepreneurs Association of Laos was formed under the auspices of the Laos Youth Union in 2005. It is a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization whose mandate is to support young people in business and to advance economic growth. Comprised of business owners 45 and under, YEAL provides members an opportunity to learn from each other’s experiences and to benefit from peer mentorship. YEAL members often attend professional and social events associated with ASEAN.