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DBL KC Lawn and Landscaping
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SMSD Student Chamber
Overview
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
Part 1:
Many yards are poorly maintained due to a lack of time or ability.
Customers don't have connections to young and motivated workers.
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Reliable and affordable alternative to large companies.
Young entrepreneur with fresh energy and personal service.
Easier to schedule and communicate with directly.
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Typically older adults and residents of the Kansas City area.
Customers who either can’t or prefer not to do their own lawn work.
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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.
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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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3- Some requirements met
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5- All requirements met
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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3- Some requirements met
4- Most requirements met
5- All requirements met
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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3- Some requirements met
4- Most requirements met
5- All requirements met
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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