The 2025 Entrepreneurial Scholarship recipients were celebrated alongside their sponsors at a special awards banquet. The group included Tom Kaiman from Mia Rose Holdings, Michael Doster of Doster, Nations, Ullom, & Boyle LLC, and scholarship committee members Lucas Ramsey and Nick Ioakimides. Award winners Colin Arnold, Cruz Shahi, Wyatt Honerkamp, Justin Lutz, and Rishi Simhadri were recognized for their outstanding achievements. Also present were Summer Richardson from Missouri American Water, Brenda Bader Tucker from Peoples National Bank, and Sharon Huber from NewsMagazine Network. (Photo courtesy Progress 64 West)
The Progress 64 West Entrepreneurial Scholarship Program is now accepting applications, with the submission window opening July 1.
High school seniors in the local area have until 5 p.m. on Oct. 18 to submit their applications for this $5,000 scholarship, which helps students pursue their educational and business aspirations. Applicants are required to present an executive summary of their business plan, including details about their business concept, market analysis, competitive strategy, operational plans, and sales strategies.
Scholarship winners will be announced on Nov. 18 and honored at the Progress 64 West Luncheon on Nov. 20.
Nico Thompson, a Chaminade student who received a 2025 scholarship, shared his experience: “When I found out about this scholarship, I decided to research it further. It’s a wonderful opportunity for young entrepreneurs who have started their own businesses. I’m grateful to have been selected.”
For additional details, resources, and application templates, visit progress64west.org/entrepreneurial-scholarship.
