2024-2025 Recipients

Spark! Pitch Contests - February 23, 2025

Sixteen student-owned businesses presented their pitches to the judges in hopes of being selected to receive prize money that could be used to advance their business to the next level.  The competition was intense!  The judges had their work cut out for them as they heard the three-minute pitches from the students.  At the end of the event, three businesses were selected to receive funding.

The recipients were first place - Unknown, second place - Kelah, and third place - Relaxem.

 

Spark! Tank Pitch Contest- November 20, 2024

The grand prize winner, David Moss, a senior at Marquette High School, wowed the judges with his groundbreaking idea, Green Near Me. The innovative platform addresses the growing demand for sustainable consumption by offering consumers customized sustainability plans and connecting them with environmentally-focused businesses in their local area. With 80% of consumers eager to prioritize sustainability, Green Near Me empowers individuals to take actionable steps toward a greener future.

Other winners included Winner's Circle Fan Gear founded by Ty Kuehl (Parkway West) and Dalton Pagel (Parkway Central); Safe Harbor founded by Laya Krishnakumar and Janu Kambli (both Parkway West); The Jug founded by Jay Vyas, Ben Nelson, and Ryan Hancock (all Marquette); and Plate Pledge founded by Winson Gao and Alex Bateman (both Parkway West).