Hobbies and interests
Writing
Poetry
Golf
Mental Health
FFA
Reading
Psychiatry
Business And Entrepreneurship
Journalism
Politics and Political Science
Student Council or Student Government
Marketing
Social Media
Reading
Self-Help
History
Psychology
Novels
Retellings
Young Adult
Business
I read books multiple times per month
Jaya Wartson
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WinnerBio
I have a passion for self-improvement. I believe you can never stop growing as a person, which pushes me to try new things. I've entered writing contests, ran for student councils, started my own business, and continued to widen my horizons. My biggest goal in life is to positively impact as many lives as I can. In turn, I want to create another business in order to be able to provide jobs and donate to those who are often forgotten.
Education
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Marketing
- Business/Managerial Economics
Dixon High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Business/Managerial Economics
- Marketing
Career
Dream career field:
Business
Dream career goals:
I want to make entrepreneurship long term
Co-Founder and Owner
Clean Wave Pools2021 – 20232 yearsCashier and dishwasher
Donut Queen2021 – 20221 year
Sports
Golf
Varsity2021 – 20232 years
Research
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Clean Wave Pools — Co founder and owner2021 – 2023
Arts
Future Farmers of America
Visual Arts2023 – 2024
Public services
Public Service (Politics)
Mike Thompson CA 4th district Student Leadership Council — Student Leader2023 – 2024Public Service (Politics)
FFA — Treasurer (2022/23), Vice President (2023/24)2022 – 2024Advocacy
God’s Grace church — Keynote speaker2023 – 2023Volunteering
Anderson Elementary School — Running a booth2023 – 2023Volunteering
Dixon Game Club — Server and FFA chapter representative2023 – 2024Volunteering
Western Area Power Adminstration — Coordinator and event volunteer2019 – 2023Public Service (Politics)
School Leadership — Class Treasurer (21/22), Class Representative (22/23), Class Vice President (23/24)2021 – 2024
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
Chris Ford Scholarship
WinnerFrom a young age, my ambition has been to leave a positive mark on as many lives as possible, and this pursuit has been the guiding force throughout my life. Initially drawn to the idea of attending a four-year university, my aspirations for a major evolved over time. Initially, dentistry captured my interest, followed by a fascination with sports science. However, it was during my sophomore year that I was introduced to the field of children and adolescent psychiatry, igniting a passion that lasted until I was introduced to entrepreneurship at the age of 15. Well, I should say I started to take entrepreneurship seriously.
My entrepreneurial spirit emerged when I founded my first venture, Helping Hand, at the age of 11. This venture, offering services such as dog-walking, babysitting, and plant-sitting, was not just a means of earning pocket money; it was my first launch into the world of business. Through careful planning and dedication, I invested in business cards and distributed them throughout my neighborhood with the help of my family. It was not until I was approached by a neighbor, one of my clients at the time, asking to start a pool cleaning business together that I would eventually fully realize the potential of entrepreneurship.
Initially motivated by financial gain, I soon discovered a deeper calling within entrepreneurship. Despite my initial aspirations toward psychiatry, I began to recognize the inherent value I could bring to people's lives through business ventures. Whether it was providing older clients with a taken-care of pool for family gatherings or offering employment opportunities to those in need, I realized the profound impact that even small acts could have on others.
This realization transformed my understanding of my career path. I came to see that regardless of the profession I pursued, my ultimate goal remained constant: to make a positive difference in people's lives. Whether it was promoting dental hygiene, enhancing sports safety, or addressing mental health concerns, my underlying motivation was always to serve others.
Additionally, my entrepreneurial journey taught me the importance of giving back to the community. Inspired by the support and mentorship I received from my neighbor-turned-family friend, I aspire to pay it forward by investing in the next generation. Through financial assistance and mentorship, I hope to empower young individuals to pursue their dreams and make their own positive impact on the world.
In short, my journey from childhood aspirations to entrepreneurial endeavors has been driven by a desire to bring value to others. While my career path may have evolved over, my commitment to making a positive impact remains unwavering. Through entrepreneurship and beyond, I am dedicated to leaving a lasting legacy of compassion, support, and empowerment in the lives of those around me.