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AK Creates

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Overland Park

Kansas

United States

SMSD Student Chamber

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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

Hello! I'm Ada Knechtel the mastermind behind AK Creates. I am a 10th grader at Shawnee Mission West and I am always finding a way to be creative. When I was just 11, during the pandemic, I was on a mission to start a business. I thought it would be so fun selling my art (and as a bonus I would be able to spread some positivity and happiness in the world during that tough time).

Problem

At an early age I noticed that there is a lot of negativity in our everyday lives. When I founded AK Creates, it was during quarantine, when people needed easy ways to uplift each other and stay in touch.

Solution

Bright and colorful stationery that promotes positivity! This includes greeting cards that can be sent to loved ones to cheer them up, cute stickers with motivational messages, notepads encouraging productivity, and notebooks custom designed to match your style!

Audience | Target Market

Millennials and Gen X females that are employed in the United States, but open to anyone who likes cute paper goods that brighten their day.

Learning Outcomes  |  Community Impact

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Next Steps

I am looking for new opportunities to network and expand my business. As well as find ways to sell a greater range of products to a variety of people, to make more sales.

 Reflection  |  Other Info

I think I did a good job making a professional image for myself and exerted confidence while presenting to show that I am prepared.

Resource  |  Support Needs

Higher quality printers for faster production;
new Ipad to run softwares;
more advanced design programs;
website domain; and
business show event entry costs.
Expand product lines

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7/28/25, 11:38 AM

Your creative pitch titled "Team ART" shows great potential! Exploring related career paths like art director, creative consultant, or multimedia artist could be inspiring. Consider postsecondary fields such as graphic design or fine arts to deepen your skills. Keep refining your ideas and stay inspired, as your enthusiasm for creativity shines through. Your journey in the arts holds exciting possibilities, and I look forward to seeing how you develop your vision further.

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7/28/25, 11:26 AM

Your creativity shines through, even in abstract responses. Keep exploring and refining your ideas. Consider careers in creative writing, coding, or abstract art. Fields like computer science and digital media studies might excite you. Keep up the enthusiasm!

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7/28/25, 10:33 AM

Good job ........................

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7/28/25, 7:55 AM

Your creativity in crafting "ZZZZZ" shows potential. Consider exploring careers in cryptography, data analysis, or software development, where your unique approach can shine. Studying computer science or information technology could further enhance your skills. Keep refining your ideas, and remember that each attempt is a step toward improvement.

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7/28/25, 6:05 AM

Your pitch shows creativity! While the responses are placeholders, focusing on clear and meaningful content will enhance your presentation. Consider exploring careers such as data analyst, software developer, or technical writer. Fields like computer science or information technology could offer valuable insights. Keep refining your ideas, and don't hesitate to ask for guidance as you develop your skills. You're on the right track, and with practice, your pitches will become even more compelling.

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7/25/25, 4:18 PM

Good Job

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7/25/25, 4:17 PM

Fantastic job!

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7/25/25, 4:09 PM

Nice Work!

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7/25/25, 3:59 PM

Good job!

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7/25/25, 3:52 PM

Your creativity with "Team Diamonds" is impressive! Consider exploring careers in cryptography, data analysis, or software development. Pursuing postsecondary studies in computer science or information technology could further enhance your skills. Keep up the great work!

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7/25/25, 3:11 PM

hi

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7/25/25, 3:05 PM

hey

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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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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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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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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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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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