2025 Business Breakthrough Showcase
The 2025 Business Breakthrough Showcase was a resounding success, featuring more than 25 student-led businesses. Approximately 250 students attended the event, supporting and purchasing from their peers. Community judges played a key role by providing valuable feedback and recognizing outstanding businesses with awards. In total, $5,000 in cash prizes and revenue was distributed to participating student businesses.
UEC Top Pick: Riley Cox, Impact IQ
UEC Top Pick: Levi Lawless, Wing Tutor
Game Changer Award: Paul Pulsipher, Pulsipher Productions
Service Superstar Award: Sam Matthews, Sam’s Vacuum Repair
Geek Chic Award: Tyler Schaurhammer, Hammer PC’s
Showstopper Award: Shyanne Christiansen, Ringz.shy
Heart & Hustle Award: Steven Boss, New Life Wallets
Additional Participants
- Andrew Phillips, Arcana Craft
- Brenna Barney, Brows by Brenna
- Caleb Leavitt, Clove Homes
- Drew Higbee, FiberPro
- Thomas Johansen, Joes Bros Burritos
- Kysa Murphy, KT Styles
- Kade Andra, Moonshadow Coffee
- Kamrey Leavitt, Mystery Escape City
- Blair Baker, Scarlet Paintbrush Studio
- Cohen Christiansen, Sunrise Sourdough Co.
- Deidre Barton, The Photo Collective
- Dennis Stuprich, Post Human Democracy
- Tenna Welch, Sublime Design