The Schmidthorst College of Business will be hosting the annual Hatch event on April 10, 2025.
Thursday, April 10, 2025 | 4:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Lenhart Grand Ballroom, Bowen Thompson Student Union
The Hatch is a semester long immersive program that takes student and alumni business ideas from concept to the stage! The goal of The Hatch is to engage BGSU students in creative and innovative problem solving for the public good by working to tackle some of the complex problems that affect our region. Students will work individually or in teams to explore their idea towards creating a positive social impact for our community.
Students are challenged to develop a prototype of their solution to current problems they identify for a needed service, product or business. Once selected to be part of The Hatch, each BGSU student entrepreneurial team, or Hatchling, is also partnered with an alumni mentor who guides them through the entire process. This process is supported through enrollment in an experiential learning-based ESHP course where students learn the key concepts and steps to idea generation, opportunity analysis, the business model canvas, business plan and pitch presentation development.
At the end of the spring semester, the Hatchlings present their business ideas to alumni investors during the live Hatch event to vie for funds to launch their business idea. This year, due to event sponsors Wood County Economic Development and PNC, over $30,000 in financial startup support will be awarded to student ventures that present the best solutions and strategies for addressing timely social and business challenges. Historically, alumni investors have also made equity investments, providing real money for students to incubate their businesses and let their ideas fly!
Meet the 2025 Hatchlings
This year's Hatchlings represent a variety of colleges across the University. On April 10, a select number of Hatchlings will pitch their business ideas in front of a live audience to see which investors will help their idea fly to new heights.
Geizi Amon
Geizi Amon, of Amherst, Ohio, is a senior in the Schmidthorst College of Business. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration with a specialization in finance and marketing. In Amon’s free time, he enjoys cars, motorsports, writing poetry, working and solving problems.
What’s Hatching: Blueprint Bazaar, a fleet of 3D printers capable of producing products consistently and to create a website that serves as a platform for creators and enthusiasts.
Mya Balderson
Mya Balderson, of Marysville, Ohio, is a freshman in the Schmidthorst College of Business. She is pursuing a bachelor's degree with a specialization in marketing and a minor in entrepreneurship. In Balderson’s free time, she is involved in the Women in Business Leadership student organization on campus. She also enjoys playing soccer, writing and drawing.
What’s Hatching: Nocturnal Nurture, a daycare and education center that runs later in the evening to overnight so parents who work overnight can have a more affordable and accessible option for their children.
Edward Counihan
Edward Counihan, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is a sophomore in the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in aviation management and operations. In Counihan’s free time, he plays club spike ball and enjoys spending time fishing and hiking.
What’s Hatching: Protecta Pad, padding for steps and countertops. The product aims to blend in with its surroundings and make tabletop and step concussions a thing of the past.
Logan Crocker
Logan Crocker, of Lake Orion Michigan, is a junior in The College of Technology, Architecture, and Applied Engineering pursuing a bachelor's in construction management. Logan is part of the Student Construction Management Association. Logan enjoys fitness, cooking, music, and fishing.
What's Hatching: NorthShore Rods, a solution to the problem faced by anglers attending smaller fishing events that require specific setups by developing specialized fishing rods tailored to these particular events and selling them locally in the communities where the events are held. this will help remove the guesswork from outfitting a fishing trip, giving anglers the confidence of using the right gear.
Michael DeShelter
Michael DeShetler, of Maumee, Ohio, is a sophomore in the Schmidthorst College of Business. He has not chosen a specialization but is pursuing a minor in entrepreneurship. In DeShetler’s free time, he is a member of the BGSU Academy of Professional Selling and the Bass Fishing Club.
What’s Hatching: Campus Cuts, A barbershop on campus, student-founded and student-driven, used by students from all of BGSU's many different colleges.
Allison Dubeansky
Allison Dubeansky, of Sylvania, Ohio, is a sophomore at the Schmidthorst College of Business. She is pursuing a bachelor's degree in business management. Dubeansky is active in several student organizations on campus such as the college’s student ambassador program, Chaarg and Hercampus. Outside of school and work, Dubeansky enjoys swimming, movies and outdoor activities.
What’s Hatching: – Mind. Body. Soul., more than just a gym—it’s a place where you can take care of your whole health. Offering not only physical training but also physical therapy, mental health support, and nutrition help.
Harrison Jacob
Harrison Jacob, of Dayton, Ohio, is a junior in the Schmidthorst College of Business. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in logistics and supply chain management. He is the founder and advisor of the Bowling Green Beekeeping Club, the only collegiate-level beekeeping organization in Ohio. He is also actively involved in several other student organizations, including the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps and serves as the president of the Resident Student Association. In his free time, Harrison enjoys spending time with his wife, Lindsey, tending to his beehives and exploring the nautical history of the Great Lakes.
What's Hatching: HiveNexus, a subscription-based beehive service. This service will strategically locate beehives at homes and business where they can thrive dependent on the season. This will allow homeowners and business to benefit from apiary products, while also boosting the bee population.
George Klepec
George Klepec, of Delaware, Ohio, is a senior in the Schmidthorst College of Business and pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting. Klepec is active in several organizations on campus, including Beta Alpha Psi. In his free time, he enjoys working on new technology, running his business and traveling.
What’s Hatching: KDS Media, a marketing and media company specializing in real estate photography, videography, and digital marketing solutions. Serving a growing network of realtor's and small businesses, providing high-quality visual content and strategic marketing services.
Chanel Mckinson
Chanel Mckinson, of Toronto, Canada, is a junior at BGSU. In her free time, she loves playing recreational basketball.
What's Hatching: The Essence of Oshun, a solution to stress through the creation of aromatherapy candles. These candles are designed to provide comfort and relaxation by harnessing the power of scent to influence emotions and mental well-being.
Vincent McNally
Vincent McNally, of Bowling Green, Ohio is a junior in the College of Art and Sciences. He is pursuing a fine arts degree in digital design animation. McNally, a first-generation college student, is active in the computer art club and a volunteer for Thompson Working Families. He enjoys working on digital animation and producing handwritten stories.
What's Hatching: Artist to Artist (A2A), a creative space where individuals can work on animations for fun, school projects or professional purposes. The business will offer fully-equipped studios, access to high-quality materials and educational resources to help people learn how to create their own animations with guidance from experienced professionals.
Audrey Narhri
Audrey Narhi, of Linden, Michigan is a senior in the College of Health and Human Services. She is pursuing a bachelor's degree in nursing. Narhi is active in the Honors College and has founded and participated in various mental health advocacy programs on campus. In her free time, you will find Audrey weightlifting, hanging out with friends/family, or volunteering at her church.
What's Hatching: For Now, a social media platform that allows individuals to creatively document and share their mental health journeys openly or privately. The app aims to be an outlet for those silently struggling or have lost hope that life has the opportunity of getting better.
Kailee Ransom
Kailee Ransom, of Ypsilanti, Michigan, is a senior in the Schmidthorst College of Business. She is pursuing her bachelor's degree in marketing and entrepreneurship. She is involved in the Honors College, Women in Business Leadership and Delta Sigma Pi. She also works as a student marketing strategist and social media intern in the Office of Marketing and Brand Strategy. Outside of school, she loves cats, coffee and building Legos.
What's Hatching: The Collective - Coffee & Libations, a coffee, beer, and wine haven that serves as a hub for community, craft beverages, and meaningful conversations
Berkley Rhodes
Berkley Rhodes, of Hartville, Ohio, is a freshman at the Schmidthorst College of Business. She is pursuing a double major in sales and service marketing and International business. Rhodes is an active member of several clubs on campus, including the Academy of Professional Selling and Women and Business Leadership.
What’s Hatching: – RhodeWork, a business dedicated to providing and guiding a customer journey through an ideation service. Customers come to RhodeWork with a problem, and they find a target market and options for a solution.
Emma Schrimper
Emma Schrimper of Oxford, Ohio, is a freshman in the Schmidhorst College of Business pursuing a bachelor's in business administration with a specialization in individualized business. She runs a business selling crochet in person and online. Emma also enjoys writing music, singing with her a cappella group and playing guitar.
What’s Hatching: Meraki: Craft Boutique & Classroom, a store that combines a classroom with a typical craft store, selling items that people want combined with specialty items you can only find at the store featuring guest teachers who will teach different craft classes to the community or group lessons.
Andrew Swartzlander
Andrew Swartzlander, of Oak Harbor, Ohio, is a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in graphic design and minoring in entrepreneurship. Swartzlander is involved in several student organizations such as the Print Society and Design Club. In Swartzlander’s free time, he volunteers with The Program in Toledo, educating young men to become gentlemen and learn lifelong skills. He is a professional shoe painter, mural painter and printmaker.
What's Hatching: TidyAlbum, a platform that simplifies manual photo cleanup by categorizing images and seamlessly integrating a photo book creation service, allowing users to effortlessly preserve their most cherished moments.
Kiersten Swihart
Kiersten Swihart, of Tipp City, Ohio, is a junior in the College of Musical Arts. She is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Flute Performance. She is a Handen Music Fellow and active in many music ensembles on campus. Swihart enjoys teaching the flute, reading, knitting and baking bread in her spare time.
What's Hatching: Lieflik Natural Beauty Care, a company focused on creating affordable and nourishing beauty product staples for women, such as mascara made with only six natural ingredients that condition, detoxify, soothe the eye area and promote eyelash growth.
Gabriella Workman
Gabriella Workman, of Creston, Ohio, is a sophomore in the College of Technology, Architecture, and Applied Engineering. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a double major in architecture and environmental design and a minor in entrepreneurship. Workman is active in several clubs and organizations on campus and enjoys traveling, working out, and reading in her free time.
What’s Hatching: RhodeWork, a business dedicated to providing and guiding a customer journey through an ideation service. Customers come to RhodeWork with a problem, and they find a target market and options for a solution.
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Updated: 03/20/2025 01:40PM