Caleb Gutierrez Jurado

Dear Flik Hospitality Group, I am thrilled to express my heartfelt thanks for choosing me as a recipient of the FLIK Hospitality Group’s Entrepreneurial Council Scholarship! I am genuinely excited and grateful to be recognized by such an inspiring organization dedicated to breaking down barriers and championing the success of BIPOC students and future leaders. This scholarship is a game-changer for me. It lifts a huge weight off my shoulders, allowing me to dive wholeheartedly into my studies without constant worry about tuition and living expenses. Your incredible support enables me to focus entirely on learning and growing in my passions—finance, accounting, and data analytics. As a proud Mexican pursuing higher education in the United States, I am passionate about building a career in Fintech, Corporate Finance, or Investment Banking. I can't wait to apply my analytical skills and creative problem-solving to make a meaningful impact in the financial sector and within my community. Thanks to your generosity, I am now one step closer to turning my dreams into reality. Your dedication to investing in the growth and success of Black and Brown professionals throughout their careers truly inspires me. Knowing that organizations like yours believe in students like me fuels my determination to work hard and give back to others in the future. Thank you so much for your incredible support and for helping me move closer to my goals! With gratitude, Caleb Gutierrez Jurado

Michelle Soto

Dear Flik Hospitality Group, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for awarding me the FLIK Hospitality Group’s Entrepreneurial Council Scholarship. Receiving this support brings me immense joy and pride, knowing that my dreams and hard work are being recognized in such a meaningful way. As a first-generation college student and the daughter of Venezuelan immigrants, pursuing higher education has come with many challenges, especially financial ones. Your scholarship eases a significant portion of that burden, allowing me to focus wholeheartedly on my studies in nutrition and wellness and continue working toward my dreams of giving back to underserved communities like my own. Your commitment to investing in the career journeys of Black and Brown students resonates deeply with me. The belief you place in students who face systemic barriers inspires me to persist in my goals and strive to represent young people from immigrant families who are determined to make a difference. I’m eager to use my education not only to honor my parents’ sacrifices but also to serve others who share similar backgrounds and aspirations. Thank you for your generosity, vision, and dedication to helping students like me move closer to our goals. Your support has made a real difference in my life, and I look forward to one day making a positive impact on others as you have done for me. Thank you, Michelle Soto

Jalynn Wright

Dear Flik Hospitality Group, I'm truly grateful to have been chosen as a recipient of the FLIK Hospitality Group’s Entrepreneurial Council Scholarship. Being awarded this scholarship means so much to me, and I appreciate your support in helping to uplift BIPOC students like myself. With this scholarship assistance, I can focus more on my studies and move closer to my dream of becoming a food scientist and working on my own pastry business. This scholarship helps ease my financial worries and allows me to fully focus on my academics and other extracurricular activities I am involved in, as well as work towards positively impacting the communities around me through nutrition and education. Your commitment to supporting Black and Brown leaders throughout their careers is incredibly inspiring, and it motivates me to pursue my goals with even more determination. I look forward to a future where I can give back and inspire the next generation, just as your generosity has inspired me. Again, thank you so much for believing in my dream and supporting me with this scholarship, as it will help me live up to my full potential. Thank you, Jalynn Wright

Joshua Rose

Winning this $5000 scholarship from FLIK Hospitality Group is incredibly important and needed in your life as a college student at LSU for several reasons: Financial Support: As a college student, managing finances can be challenging. The scholarship would provide much-needed financial assistance to cover educational expenses, such as tuition fees, textbooks, and living costs. This support would alleviate some of the financial burdens and allow you to focus more on your studies and personal growth. Education Investment: Pursuing higher education is a significant investment in your future. By winning this scholarship, you would have the opportunity to further your studies at LSU without being overwhelmed by excessive student loans or the need to work long hours to support yourself. It would give you the freedom to concentrate on your academic pursuits and maximize your learning experience. Career Development: FLIK Hospitality Group is a reputable corporate hospitality provider committed to the growth and development of their associates. By being awarded this scholarship, you would not only receive financial support but also gain recognition from a prominent industry player. This recognition could open doors to potential internships, job opportunities, or networking connections within the hospitality industry, enhancing your career prospects. Advancing Racial Equity: FLIK Hospitality Group's Entrepreneurial Council aims to promote racial equity within the hospitality industry and invest in the career cycle of Black employees. Winning this scholarship would contribute to these efforts by supporting black and brown workers and leaders and reducing economic barriers that often hinder access to educational opportunities. As a scholarship recipient, you would play a part in promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities within the hospitality field. Creating Environmental Impact: In order to apply for the scholarship, you are required to explain how you will create a positive environmental impact on your communities in the next five years. Winning the scholarship would enable you to turn your environmental initiatives into reality. You could implement sustainable practices, advocate for environmental awareness, and make a tangible difference in your community's ecological well-being. By actively working towards a greener future, you would contribute to the larger goal of environmental sustainability. Overall, winning this scholarship would provide you with the necessary financial support, educational opportunities, and career advantages to excel as a college student and future leader. It aligns with your interests in culinary arts, hospitality, or related fields, while also allowing you to contribute to environmental causes and support the mission of FLIK Hospitality Group's commitment to racial equity.

Ally Gumalo

Thank you so much for choosing me as a finalist! I am honored to receive this opportunity as a pre-med student aspiring to give back to their community.