Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I’m inspired by bold entrepreneurs who turn simple ideas into global movements. Leaders like Mark Cuban and Daymond John proved that vision, grit, and relentless belief can disrupt entire industries. That mindset fuels me. I don’t just want to build a company I want to build a movement that brings people together through community, sport, and connection with Dink Date.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by focusing on the bigger purpose behind what I’m building. Seeing people connect, grow, and find community through my work keeps me driven. I also stay motivated by setting clear goals, embracing challenges as learning opportunities, and reminding myself that persistence and passion are what turn ideas into reality. Every step forward, big or small, fuels the next one.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I win the $25,000, I’ll put it straight into scaling Dink Date!—accelerating user growth, marketing, and community events in the rapidly growing pickleball market. My goal is to turn Dink Date! into the go-to platform where the global pickleball community connects on and off the court. This funding would help fuel the next stage of growth and bring the movement to more players everywhere.