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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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Ada
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7/24/25, 11:11 AM

Good Job

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7/24/25, 10:39 AM

Great start with your pitch titled "teem"! Your creativity has potential, and refining your responses will enhance clarity. Consider exploring careers as a Marketing Specialist, Content Creator, or Business Development Manager. Pursuing fields like Communication Studies or Business Administration could further develop your skills. Keep working on expressing your ideas clearly, as this will strengthen your pitch and help you excel in these areas. Your dedication is promising, and continued effort will lead to success.

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7/24/25, 9:35 AM

eruio

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7/23/25, 2:10 PM

skjskdjk

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7/23/25, 11:25 AM

nice

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7/21/25, 4:03 PM

nice

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7/21/25, 3:44 PM

Your exploration into usability testing is a great start. It’s important to identify problems and propose thoughtful solutions. Consider careers in UX design, software testing, or product management, which require skills in problem-solving and analysis. Further studies in computer science or human-computer interaction could enhance your expertise. Keep refining your approach and enjoy the learning process. Your enthusiasm is a valuable asset as you make adjustments and evaluate impacts.

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7/20/25, 4:32 PM

Testing with 1.25 backer contribution.

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7/19/25, 9:21 AM

Your pitch for "Teamm Ruchika" is creative and impactful. Focusing on making science resources accessible is a great initiative, and your enthusiasm for fun learning is infectious. Consider careers like Science Educator, Educational Content Developer, or Community Outreach Coordinator. Pursuing studies in Science Communication or Educational Technology could enhance your project. Keep gathering innovative ideas to engage science enthusiasts and ensure an enriching learning experience. Your passion for making learning enjoyable is commendable!

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7/17/25, 5:40 AM

nice

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7/16/25, 7:38 AM

Testing reject pitch function. Test only.

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7/16/25, 5:06 AM

Great
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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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