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    Blazer Pitch Competition Winners

    March 3, 2020
    Blazer Pitch Winners Feb 2020

    In honor of Black History Month, Valdosta State University’s Office of Career Opportunities and the African American Studies Program collaborated to present The Blazer Pitch. This competition was a spin on the ABC original show, Shark Tank. Submissions from students with businesses less than two years old were accepted and evaluated. Out of nine finalists, two winners were selected. The winners are…..

    First Place: Mirakal Jackson

    Age: 21
    Hometown: Springfield, Massachusetts
    Degree type/Major: Bachelor of Arts in Art with Minors in Psychology, Entrepreneurship, and Aerospace Studies
    Anticipated Graduation Month/Year: May 2020
    Extracurricular Activities: 2019 Homecoming Queen, Ambassador, President of the Caribbean Student Association, and  Graphic Design Intern for Creative Services.

    Business: Walking in Mirakals Art Company

    What is Walking in Mirakals Art Company?
    Walking in Mirakals Art Company was founded in October 2018. I started my business because I felt there was a need for meaningful and empowering art in the VSU and Valdosta-Lowndes community. Initially, I only accepted customized shoe commissions, but as time progressed, my services expanded and now include painting, airbrushing, and graphic design.

    Social Media/Website/Contact Information:
    Instagram: @walkingmirakals
    Twitter: @walkingmirakals
    Email: walkinginmirakals@gmail.com

    Second Place: Keirra Mcleod

    Age: 22
    Hometown: Savannah, Georgia
    Degree type/Major: Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media
    Anticipated Graduation Month/Year: May 2020
    Extracurricular Activities: Treasurer of the National Council of Negro Women, Intern at Black Crow Media, Radio Personality at 107.9 The Beat, and Certified Lash Technician.

    Business: The Boss Vault

    What is The Boss Vault?
    The Boss Vault is a luxury beauty bar where a woman can get everything, she needs in one place. It has lash and brow services as well as homemade natural lip gloss, custom gear, and more.

    Social Media/Website/Contact Information:
    Instagram: @thebossvault
    Facebook: The Boss Vault
    Website: booklikeaboss.as.me
    Email: likeabosslash@gmail.com

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