Winners of the Brittney Lashe Tank competition are pictured with the judges. They are (left to right, holding plaques): Lauren Pearson, Harmonie Moore and A’Mya Goodwin.
Over a dozen young kids, ranging in age from 9 to 15, competed in the Brittney Lashe Tank, a “Shark Tank”- style business competition, hosted by Brittney Lashe.
Young entrepreneurs from across the state competed in the contest, held on Saturday, July 27, 2024 in St. Matthews, SC. It was hosted by the I Am Lavish Foundation, founded by Ms. Lashe. Participants were students who are enrolled in the Foundation’s Shark Tank Youth Program.
“The mission of the Shark Tank Youth Program is to inspire and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs, providing them with a. platform to showcase their innovative ideas and receive mentoring from experienced business professionals,” said Ms. Lashe. “We believe in
fostering an entrepreneurial mindset in young people, helping them develop crucial skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where young individuals can develop their ideas, build confidence and gain experience in pitching their products and
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