Recently, I was awarded $500 through the 2026 Waterway Entrepreneurship Grant. This scholarship was created in collaboration with Waterway Carwash, Spark! Incubator, and the Parkway Alumni Association to empower and support high school students in their entrepreneurial dreams.

The submission process included a resume, an essay about my entrepreneurial journey, and the unique challenge of explaining the value of relationships, taking initiative, and effective communication in a short video.

I was honored to receive this award alongside fellow Spark! member Urvi Kshirsagar. Thank you to Todd Smith, Logan Handley, and Sandy Riutcel for presenting the award, and to Erin Fluchel for directing me to the opportunity.