Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

During long hospital stays, I remember how uncomfortable and exposing hospital gowns were, especially for kids with ports, IVs, and medical lines. That experience inspired me to create ZAYAZ Inc. Jammies—adaptive medical clothing designed to give children comfort, dignity, and easier access for care. My goal is to turn my experience into something that helps other kids feel safe and confident.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by remembering the hospital rooms I grew up in and the kids who are still there. I know how scary and uncomfortable that experience can be. Every step I take with ZAYAZ Jammies is driven by the idea that something I create could make a child’s day a little easier or help them feel more normal during treatment. That purpose keeps me pushing forward even when things get difficult.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I won $25,000, I would invest it into producing and improving ZAYAZ Inc. Jammies. The funding would help manufacture larger batches, improve materials, and distribute the clothing to hospitals and families who need them. My goal is to make adaptive medical clothing accessible to children everywhere so they can receive treatment with more comfort, dignity, and confidence.