Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I’m inspired by entrepreneurs who build ecosystems, not just businesses. I’ve always been fascinated by how communities form around culture, events, and shared experiences. My goal is to build platforms that connect students, creators, and local businesses in a way that benefits everyone involved. Watching an idea turn into a real network that creates opportunities for thousands of people is what drives me.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by progress and responsibility. I started everything from scratch without outside investment, so every step forward represents real growth. What motivates me most is seeing people benefit from what we’re building — whether it’s DJs getting booked, venues selling out events, or students finding communities on campus. Knowing the platform can create opportunities for others keeps me pushing forward.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would invest the funds into scaling the student marketing network I’ve been building into a national platform. We operate campus-based media pages and events that give brands direct access to college audiences while creating paid opportunities for student creators. Part of the funding would go toward building out a small team of student operators who already work within my nightlife business. They would help manage campus accounts, create content, and support event execution—allow