Alumni
Max and Liliana Younger, Class of 2015
Description: Together, Max and Liliana Younger, founded Mobility Designed to redefine mobility. At Mobility Designed we believe the status quo is not good enough. We believe you can have a better quality of life through improved mobility, and our mission is to create mobility devices that provide a painless experience and are made to fit you. The patent pending M+D Crutch is the first of many products to bring our vision to life. Step into the future with us.
On the Benefits of E-Scholars:
“Before starting, we just had a product, not a business. Completing this program helped us outline the whole bones of our company complete with a full business plan to share with potential investors. UMKC has been a great supporter, and now we have a great network of peers and mentors after completing the program. “
Brittain Kovac, Class of 2013
Description: What started 15 years ago as a 14-year-old’s mission to the developing world, has transformed into something that will lead, inspire and change lives for generations to come…because for every 300 beds booked, we build a home for a family in need in the Caribbean.
On the Benefits of E-Scholars:
“The most beneficial aspect of E-Scholars for me was the multiple opportunities I had throughout the year to present my business to a room full of professionals and mentors. I gained an incredible amount of confidence and strength and my fear of public speaking subsided drastically. I went from ideation to actualization. I had a whole new outlook on every aspect of my company.”
Tim Sylvester, Class of 2011
Description: What if our roads were smarter? What if we could turn our roads into a true digital network — connecting drivers to the internet, supporting driverless vehicle technology and providing true connectivity between smart cars and tomorrow’s smart cities? Introducing the Smart Pavement™ system created and patented by Integrated Roadways. Durable, prec-ast concrete sections embedded with digital technology and fiber optic connectivity to transform ordinary roads into smart roads. Each interlocking Smart Pavement™ slab incorporates accessible and upgradable digital technology that connects vehicles to the internet and provides real-time information to drivers about traffic, road conditions and accidents.
On the Benefits of E-Scholars:
“The E-Scholars program helped me turn an OK business concept into a viable business plan with great prospects, and matched me with the mentors and resources necessary to help turn our plans into ongoing operations. The program opened doors that were previously closed to me, and the Regnier Institute’s faculty and staff truly care about our success.”
Catina Taylor, Class of 2016
Description: DREAMS recognizes that many of our children have lost their ability to dream beyond their circumstances. They’ve become disengaged in the educational process and as a result, drop out or graduate without the skills necessary to start their own businesses, enter the workforce or continue their education. It is our mission to change their lives through reengagement which drives increased academic achievement. By doing this, DREAMS is restoring hope to a generation.
On the Benefits of E-Scholars:
“They asked the questions that I hadn’t asked or answered. Those were the same questions that other stakeholders eventually asked. Because of my work in the program, I was confident that my model had been fleshed out from an educational and business perspective.”
