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2025 Results
Each year The Entrepreneurs Launchpad Fund (ELF) awards participants for their hard work on pitch day. Each company is judged based on, but not limited to:
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Clarity and completeness
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Compelling fulfillment of business and/or community needs
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Probability of success
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Alignment of Dominican values and mission
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Launchpad 2025 Results
Golden Lens
Awarded $10,000
One Less Hat
Awarded $5,000
One Less Hat is a digital marketing agency based in Oak Park, IL. We specialize in helping small, local businesses establish and grow their online presence through affordable and strategic digital marketing services. Our mission is to bridge the gap between small businesses and effective online marketing by offering customized solutions that are both cost-effective and results driven.
Small Habits Matter
Awarded $2,500
Small Habits Matter delivers engaging, evidence-based nutrition education programs that empower individuals to make sustainable dietary changes and take control of their health. Through inclusive, small-group sessions, Small Habits Matter combines community learning with personal goal setting to create meaningful, lasting impact across diverse populations.
Plateau Botanicals
Awarded $2,500
Plateau Botanicals offers thoughtfully crafted herbal tea blends designed to support wellness and help protect against everyday ailments. Each blend is made with high-quality, research-backed ingredients and packaged sustainably, uniting the ancient art of tea making with the insights of modern science. The brand appeals to health-conscious consumers who value transparency, simplicity, and a return to nature-based self-care.
Aqua Aura
Awarded $2,500
Aqua Aura Creations designs jewelry that promotes peace, love, and positivity through pieces inspired by the beauty of the ocean. Each handcrafted item is intended to empower the wearer to express themselves confidently and embrace their unique identity. With a focus on mindful design and sustainable materials, Aqua Aura Creations blends style with soul to celebrate individuality and self-love.
Golden Lens is a social media marketing and branding agency specializing in crafting impactful digital strategies for boutique hotels, restaurants, wellness brands, and small businesses. We help brands build their online presence, drive customer engagement, and maximize conversions through personalized marketing campaigns, high-quality content creation, and innovative branding solutions.
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