Keiser University’s Flagship Campus recently welcomed future business leaders from Palm Beach County, Florida high schools as part of its High School Business Plan Competition.
Led by Keiser University Economics Professor Jonathan Massey, the event served as a valuable precursor to Keiser University’s Seahawk Tank Pitch Competition as competitors from Boca Raton, West Boca Raton, Spanish River, and Palm Beach Gardens high schools enjoyed opportunities to present a variety of innovative ideas.
“As we prepare for our own Keiser University pitch competition, it’s been encouraging to work with School District of Palm Beach County educators and their gifted students,” said Massey. The ideas presented this year were well-researched, and indicate that our competitors will enjoy meaningful careers,” he said. “In addition, we thank the Founder of Bridge to Freedom Coaching Bridget Hom, Start-Up Consultant and Sales Leader Jonathan Smith, and Keiser University Associate Dean Dr. Ahmed Omar who relayed important insights that will help the group as they bring their ideas to life,” he added.
High School Student Winners
1st Place
Alexandra Hill – Spanish River High School (Teacher: Alain Bazile)
Business Idea: NeuroVision – An AI-driven virtual reality (VR) therapy platform designed to treat PTSD, anxiety, and phobias through immersive, personalized experiences. Built with proprietary technology, this platform integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Exposure Therapy (ET), providing users with therapy sessions either at home or in clinical settings.
2ndPlace
Renen Antonacci and Charleston Wade – Boca Raton High School (Teacher Kelly Schroeder)
Business Idea: Vexillum Financial – A disruptive social media application designed to connect users with financial professionals. The goal of Vexillum is to connect people worldwide with certified financial advisors and planners. Whether you’re a farmer in rural Iowa, or a millionaire in Manhattan, connecting with an advisor on Vexillum and ensuring your financial freedom and future is just a click away.
3rd Place
Ahmya Mack and Sa’Riya Cox – Palm Beach Gardens High School (Teachers Ruth Collier and Karen Kummerlen)
Business Idea: Glam Empire – An online application and opportunity for children to learn how to ‘tame their crown.’ The technology specializes in instructing 6-12-year-old children how to properly style their hair. Because most cosmetology classes only accept those 16 and older, and video hair tutorial videos don’t offer in-depth examples, Glam Empire’s services provide hands-on lessons and short videos while also providing kids with a fun experience for an affordable price.
About Keiser University’s Seahawk Tank Pitch Contest
Keiser University’s Seahawk Tank Pitch Contest will be held Thursday, March 27th at 3:30 pm at Keiser University’s Flagship Campus. The event provides undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to see their business goals and inventions come to life. At least eight (8) finalist contenders will present their ideas to a panel of industry judges in hopes of winning cash prizes at about $10,000. To learn more, please visit Seahawk Tank Pitch Competition.
Bachelor of Arts degree in Business students at Keiser University gain a basic understanding of business skills needed for entry-level business professionals, as the program introduces them to the functional areas of business, the business environment including ethical business practices, technical and communication skills needed in today’s business environment.
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