Twenty-two student-created businesses were presented by young entrepreneurs at the Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge held the first week of March.
Awards were based on a student’s total score for their executive summary, trade show presentation, and four-minute presentation. First place winner earns entry into the Kansas Entrepreneurship Challenge.
Tied for 1st
Dylan Norris with Norris Tutoring (Orlando Carmona, South High School {SHS})
Carson Ablard and Armando Duran with Dough-licious (Kelley Jones, Central High School, {CHS})
Tied for 2nd
Emily Truong and Hoa Tran with Miheo Jewelry (Orlando Carmona, SHS)
Londyn Detlefson with Lizzie’s Lounge Doggie Daycare & Kennel (Melissa Gates, SHS)
Tied for 3rd
John Rose with John Rose Music (Marysa McCartney, CHS)
Alibbea Mong with Little Creations Pastries (Marysa McCartney, CHS)
People’s Choice Award
People’s Choice Award went to Keegan Giersch with his Wondrous Woodworking (Orlando Carmona, SHS).
This year’s Salina YEC prize money was $500 for first place, $350 for second place and $200 for third place. There was also a People’s Choice award ($50 downtown gift card) based on votes from the public after viewing trade show boards.
The state competition will be held April 16 at Kansas State University. The Saline County YEC is a partnership between the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce and Salina Public Schools.