Alexus Morris, a senior at Seymour High School, won the Maverick Challenge Regional Competition, on Feb. 19, after presenting her business plan via Zoom to a panel of judges. Her business idea, titled “No Borders” is a translation company which focuses on bridging the language barrier between native and non-native speakers in the community. Alexus added $1,250 of regional winnings to the $2,000 she earned at the Jackson County competition. She plans to enter the Innovate WithIN state competition which could win her additional prize or tuition money. For more info on Alexus and her business plan, visit Tribtown.com.
Maverick Challenge: Local students present business ideas
Students from Brownstown Central, Crothersville, Medora and Seymour high schools are presenting their business ideas in the initial stages of Maverick Challenge Jackson County. The Maverick Challenge is a high school entrepreneur program aimed at empowering and...