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DBL KC Lawn and Landscaping
Dakota
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SMSD Student Chamber
Competition Brief
Welcome to the SMSD Student Chamber's Business Showcase! This is an inspiring business competition designed to highlight PK-12 students who run REAL businesses in the Shawnee Mission School District. The top five business owners with the most votes and highest judge ratings will present their business ideas to a panel of esteemed judges and a vibrant audience on April 30.
Awards at the live April 30 Business Showcase are:
1st Place: $1,100
2nd Place: $600
3rd Place: $300
To learn more or join the Student Chamber, visit www.SMSDChamber.org today!
About
Dakota Brandenburg, Grade 10, Shawnee Mission West
Problem
Many yards are poorly maintained due to a lack of time or ability.
Customers don't have connections to young and motivated workers.
Solution
Reliable and affordable alternative to large companies.
Young entrepreneur with fresh energy and personal service.
Easier to schedule and communicate with directly.
Audience | Target Market
Typically older adults and residents of the Kansas City area.
Customers who either can’t or prefer not to do their own lawn work.
Learning Outcomes | Community Impact
Founder has hands-on experience in yard work and strong work ethic.
Already has a growing base of local customers and positive results.
Next Steps
The next steps I am wanting to take are financial support to buy mowers, trailer, etc I would also need a place to take.
Reflection | Other Info
What went well was not much. The struggle was everything. i dlont present much so its difficult when I do.
Resource | Support Needs
Purchase better equipment for more efficient service.
Invest in marketing materials (flyers, business cards, simple website).
Build a small team for larger yard contracts.
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Criteria One:
Idea Clarity & Problem Solving Is the product or service clearly explained? Does it solve a real problem in a meaningful or unique way?
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Criteria Two:
Customer & Market Fit Are the target customers well defined? Is there an understanding of how to reach them and why they’ll buy?
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Criteria Three:
Differentiation & Innovation What makes this idea stand out from competitors or the status quo? Is there a clear unique value proposition?
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Criteria Four:
Team Readiness & Use of Funds Does the team seem prepared to take action? Are proposed uses of funding thoughtful, realistic, and specific?
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Criteria Five:
Viability & Future Plans Is there a path to launch or scale? Have they made progress (milestones/traction)? Do they have a clear next step?
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