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On this edition of the podcast are the three founders of Skunk Aid. Jackie Molloy, Shayna Reznikov and Nicole Relias. These three amazing young women are students at Buffalo Grove High School. They are apart of the Incubator Edu Program, which is an entrepreneurial class that is conducted nationwide in our high Schools.
About a year ago these three high school students set out to solve a problem. As most aspiring entrepreneurs do, they create products or services to solve every day problems. This one is something that effects all of us pet owners out there. Skunk Aid, came about because one of the girls dogs “Bella” got skunked. We all know how awful that smell is, imagine how bad it is for our fury little friends. The girls set out to create an all natural solution that was safe for their pets and effective in eliminating the odor. Through trial and error the girls have done just that.
The girls of Skunk Aid also made it their mission to take the panic out of the situation. Having your pet skunked is a very stressful event, for you and your pet. By packaging the solution with instructions and all the necessary items, Skunk Aid eliminates the worry of what to do next to rid your pet of the smell. The slogan: Easy, Safe, and Hassle Free couldn’t be more true.
The Incubator EDU Program is preparing our future entrepreneurs and business owners to thrive. These kids are what will continue to make our communities great and our economies grow. This story of three high school girls should inspire all of you out there with an idea to go for it. These three made their idea come true. Now they have a successful business that has been featured on the Lou Manfredini show and has their product on the shelves at Ace Hardware stores in the area.
Tune in to hear this amazing story of three high school students turn an idea into a reality. Ohh! and BTW go out and get your self some Skunk Aid. Your pet will love you for it.
Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:
Incubator EDU Entrepreneurial Program
Skunk Aid Solution
Taking the Panic Out of Your Pet Getting Skunked
The Goal: Safer All Natural Solution
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