Student Incubator Members

225Apartments.com

Founder:
James Hume, Economics, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description:
225Apartments.com is a website built to help people find the best apartments for them, and to help apartment managers in the Baton Rouge area list their apartments to a wide, but local audience. Our goal is to be the #1 apartment finding resource for Baton Rouge college students and the best place for apartment managers in Baton Rouge to advertise their listings.

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
After working on this project for several months, we’ve realized that having a dedicated workspace would pay dividends in helping us stay motivated, organized, and productive. Additionally, we’d like to leverage the knowledge and resources provided by the LBTC staff to help us get past the tipping point, and take our business to the next level.

Contact:
jhume1@lsu.edu, (225) 287-0076, www.225apartments.com

Affordable Business Solutions

Founder:
Robert Selders II, Agribusiness, LSU Class of 2015 

Business Description:
A business support company that specializes in website design, hosting, and web maintenance. They also offer graphic design and voice over IP solutions. 

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
To gain access to knowledgeable mentors and network with other like minded entrepreneurs.

Contact:
www.creativewebspot.net, rselders@creativewebspot.net, 225-288-3024

Bayou Time Babysitting

Founders:
Niki Hansen, LSU Veterinary Medical Sciences Class of 2015; Rosa Edwards 

Business Description:
Bayou Time L.L.C. is a babysitting and childcare service that employs sitters with extensive experience that reliably assists busy, caring parents with responsible care for their children. I am very excited to make this service available to you and hope that you will find it of interest. Our sitters are available to sit 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including all holidays and even if your child is sick. You simply call us and tell us when and where you will need a sitter and we do the rest. We come to you! With minimum effort on your part, we will provide you with a qualified and responsible sitter that can meet all your needs. Most important is that you, as parents, can feel safe leaving your most precious possession in our sitters’ care. Every sitter is screened through the Sex Offender Registry and a background check is processed. Each sitter is interviewed extensively and all references are thoroughly checked. CPR and first aid certifications are required of all our sitters. Additionally, all sitters must be at least 19 years of age and must be able to provide their own transportation. I never hire anyone that I would not use myself. 

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
I just hired a contract sales and marketing representative and now need a home base.

Contact:
bayoutime@ymail.com, www.bayoutime.net, 225-315-3118

Bazile’s

Founder:
Jovon Snyder, Business Administration, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description:
An exclusive Louisiana cuisine franchise restaurant.

Why I’m in the Student Incubator:
I feel that the business incubator could be an integral part of getting out my dreams. The assistance, guidance, and technologies that the incubator offers are what are needed in life for those about to graduate and actually want to pursue entrepreneurship.

Contact:
jsnyd11@tigers.lsu.edu, (504) 644-7115

Campus Commodes

Founders:
Derek Worstell, Business Management Entrepreneurship, LSU Class of 2015; Daniel Garza, Finance, LSU Class of 2015

Business Description:
Our goal is to create a smart phone application designed specifically for college students to quickly and easily find the best bathrooms on campus. Our application would rank and sort every building’s restroom at LSU in a user-friendly format. In the short term we wish to expand this product to the majority of LSU students. Eventually, we intend on graduating to all major universities around the nation and attracting advertisers to this untapped market.

Why They Chose the Student Incubator:
Presently, our idea is just that, an idea. The Student Incubator program will help develop our product and guide our company in the right direction. The Incubator’s facilities and resources will help jump start our idea into a working business

Contact:
dworst1@lsu.edu, 757-784-6072

Date

Founder:
Kyameshia Joseph, Textiles, Apparel, and Merchandising, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description:
My goal is to create a t-shirt line for the “girly” sneakerhead. A sneakerhead in simple terms is a person who loves sneakers (tennis shoes). There is a growing market of the sneakerhead community in the Baton Rouge area; however, no one is focusing their products on the girl who decides to put her heels to the side for just a moment. I want my graphic tees to have slogans and pictures that may relate to this Girl. My line would be titled “Date”. This name may refer to the release date of a particular shoe or the girl dating a sneakerhead.

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
I felt that this would be a great way to enhance my idea, my career and myself. I feel that an opportunity like this will be a great learning experience for whatever future endeavors I may have.

Contact:
kjose15@tigers.lsu.edu, (225) 623-8191

dreamASSIST

Founder:
Kayla Thomas, Accounting, LSU Class of 2015

Business Description:
Here at dreamAssist we provide virtual administrative assistance and back office support for businesses around the globe. Always on the cutting edge of technology, we have mastered the art of matching our highly skilled account managers with overwhelmed entrepreneurs and executives. Our account managers are well trained in data entry, bookkeeping, web design, contact management and telecommunications. Through the use of technology we are able to provide a competitive edge to our clients by lowering personnel related expenses and reducing company overhead. Providing services through hourly and monthly contracts we offer flexible packages at competitive rates. Whether your business is experiencing its busiest time of the year or you simply need some assistance with office tasks dreamAssist is your practical solution.

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
I believe the student incubator program will be able to provide me with the effective guidance I am looking for. I have been a part of the program before and I know the many benefits that are associated with the program. Having access to workspace will be of a great advantage to my company as I deal with clients virtually and need a quiet and clean environment to work in. Workshops and reputable speakers are also of importance to me as I am now generating revenue and would like to make sure I am taking all the correct legal steps in order to legalize my business.

Contact:
kayla@mydreamassist.com, 281-908-3352, www.mydreamassist.com

Econofy

Founders:
Lauren Stuart, ISDS graduate student
William Wagner, Cooper Union M.E. grad, computer developer
 
Business Description:
Econofy e-star rating system evaluates the efficiency of a product. Products are rated out of 5 stars based on how efficient they are compared to other similar products. So, a product that is rated 5 stars is the most efficient in its class; and a product with 0 stars is the least efficient. This web-based application allows consumers to evaluate their investment in energy efficiency by adding products to your house with the add button. Then, users can add old products to compare new products against, and use the calculator button on the top right to see how much money will be saved in the long run.

Contact:
lstuar3@lsu.edu, 225-588-8783

FloLow

Founders:
Taylor Jacobsen, Landscape Architecture, LSU class of 2014; Preston Jacobsen
 
Business Description:
Flolow.com is a map based service that organizes our everyday information, from traffic to live weather, even down to our social lives onto a user friendly map profile.

Why they chose the Student Incubator:
To obtain the information needed to start a proper business plan. This product has international potential and i would like to make sure i can achieve this goal.

Contact:
tjacob6@tigers.lsu.edu, 704-962-0210, www.flolow.com

Frosted

Founders:
Kyle Anderman, Business Management, LSU Class of 2013; Andi Carroll

Business Description:
Frosted cupcakes is a gourmet cupcakery in the LSU area with a menu crafted by expert local pastry chefs. Frosted uses only the top ingredients and bakes fresh daily. Frosted is not your typical cupcake shop. The store is themed in a modern and comfortable style; come alone or bring a date and relish a gourmet cupcake experience like no other in the city. Whether you want to enjoy your cupcake at the bar, lounge chairs, dining tables, or simply have Dippin Dots, Frosted has it all. 

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
Because I have been wanting to join since freshman year and finally have a profting business!

Contact:
kanderman@cox.net, 225-302-0627, www.frostedcupcakesbr.com

The GLAM Foundation

Founder:
Kimberly Jordan, Graduate Student, Ph.D: Human Resources Education & Leadership Development

Business Description:
The GLAM Foundation Inc. is a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to the development and enrichment of young ladies and women. Our aim is to educate, empower and motivate our clients to embrace their beauty, embody virtuous character, and maximize their potential. GLAM is more than a pretty face and fabulous outfit. GLAM is every woman: beautiful, unique, intelligent, and talented. Every woman is GLAM: grace, love, and mercy. Our team of professional’s offer expertise in such areas as image consulting, career planning, financial counseling, and leadership development. 

Why She Chose the Student Incubator:
The student incubator is able to assist us in managing the complexities of a nonprofit organization. Aside from offering awesome support, the incubator also provided much needed office space for day-to-day operations.

Contact:
kimjordan@cox.net, 225-978-0926, www.glamfoundation.org

Hynson Enterprises, DBA RamenToWealthy.com

Founder:
Michael Hynson, Economic Geography, LSU Class of 2014

Business Description:
RamenToWealthy.com helps people start a business when they do not know how to do so. We help them determine the best type of business to open, then teach them how to do the work required to open their business and run it successfully.

Contact:
mhynso1@tigers.lsu.edu, 225-573-3395

IndiFont

Founder:
Grace Harwell, Oceanography, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description:
IndiFont is an application for smartphones. The goal of the application is to bring back intimate correspondence in the digital age. Once we have completed the program for smartphones, we wish to expand the software usage to Facebook, Twitter and email. 

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
I have very limited experience with business, and need help constructing a business plan for the company so that I will have something to present once we start meeting with venture capitalists.

Contact:
gharwe1@tigers.lsu.edu, 337-739-7022

Our Story

Founder:
Diana Hotard, Business Management, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description:
Our Story’s mission is to help families preserve their history for future generations. We will work with customers to record and transcribe their family stories from the important facts, to words of wisdom, to stories that they just love to tell. Once transcribed the stories will be made available to customers on their choice of CD, a printed hardcopy, or a package deal which includes both. Our Story is a great service that appeals to young and old alike. It offers the dying a chance to leave a message behind to their families. It offers families the opportunity to give advice to newlyweds and expecting parents, and makes a great gift for any stage of life. Preserving history is important to keeping traditions alive.

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
I have heard many wonderful things about the Student Incubator program and believe that it can help me to make my dream a reality. The truth is I’ve never run a business before and I know I’m going to need help if I want to succeed.

Contact:
dmhotard@gmail.com, (225) 276-3037

OURSTAR, INC.

Founder:
Osama Amous, ISDS, LSU Class of 2016 

Business Description:
My business concept is a simple yet big idea! I would like to position myself as an economic attaché utilizing my unique skill set, cultural attributes, and language abilities as a liaison/consultant to bridge the economic gap between businesses in Louisiana and the Middle East. I envision partnerships with the clients of the student incubator as we pursue international business collaboration in the Middle Eastern Region. As a member of the Middle Eastern culture I understand the native language, business protocol and most importantly the culture. I can foster business relations between Louisiana entrepreneurs and our Middle Eastern counterparts. 

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
As a nontraditional graduate student at LSU with twenty plus years of work experience with the State of Louisiana, it is my desire to see economic diversity and growth within Louisiana.

Contact:
oamous1@tigers.lsu.edu, 225-315-0460

Revit, LLC

Founders:
Jeremy Chavis, Mechanical Engineering, LSU Class of 2014; David Jones

Business Description:
To create a product inventory of drink additives which produce different physiological effects. The first being an energy drink powder mixture of chemical compounds and herbs to add to drinks of all types to allow for customizability. As the business expands have mixtures for sleep aids, libido, athletic performance, study focusing aids, etc.

Why they chose the Student Incubator:
The main need is for help with securing a supply chain of raw materials, packaging and distribution. Also I need assistance with the financial component of the business plan. Our team wants to enter the student incubator seed money contest to jump start our funding. Our startup costs are not nearly as high as most businesses. We would also like some information of accounting and legal help.

Contact:
jchavi2@lsu.edu, (225) 317-2832

Rise Above All

Founder:
Isaiah Alexander, Business Management, LSU Class of 2016

Business Description:
A brand of T-shirts, wrist bands, badges, and posters for young men.

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
I have a big idea. I have taken on business endeavors before and I know how much work it takes to be successful, but I do not nearly know all I should. This business will bring about great profit but it has a potential to help and shape education for our country in ways indescribable. An incubator means to hatch. The student incubator is designed for students to hatch their ideas. I am coming looking to hatch my idea and coming willing to work.

Contact:
ialexa2@tigers.lsu.edu, 337-377-8970

Rock Water

Founder:
Mark Moss, Flores MBA Student 

Business Description:
The product is called RockWater. The pitch is the only Dr. formulated drink that aids in kidney stone prevention (sold in a powdered form for shipping). I will be the one handling the business, but from a marketing standpoint, my brother and father, both urologists, will pitch the product for credibility.

Contact:
mmoss7@tigers.lsu.edu, 318-422-7771

Shik

Founder:
Shifteh Khalili, Psychology, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description:
I would like to start a user-friendly online shopping experience that concentrates on great quality purses, handbags, and wallets. A woman can never have enough of those things! I would like the prices to be low and not vary too much between same size purses/handbags/wallets. Also, this industry does not require specific sizes to accommodate to each person’s needs so it is easier to sell than shoes and clothing. I want my customers to have fun while shopping on my website by being able to upload full body pictures of themselves to really get a feel of what the purse/handbag/wallet will look like on them specifically not just on a model.

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
Because I have always seeked an opportunity like this that would help me start my own business. I have great ideas that need great guidance and support.

Contact:
skhali5@tigers.lsu.edu, 225-354-5439

Simply Fresh

Founder:
Robert Smith, Petroleum Engineering, LSU Class of 2014

Business Description:
Organic Fast Food, the whole point of this idea is to provide an affordable and healthy alternative to fast food. Yes there are healthy fast foods places such as Subway, but these restaurants only provide sandwiches and often mislead people when claiming how healthy their food is. The solution is to make a fast food restaurant that uses completely organic food and healthy alternatives to places such as McDonalds. The menu will not only have vegetarian and vegan options, but will also have something for everyone. The business will cater to the growing population that is becoming more and more health conscious. There is a national push to be healthier, and a business such as mine will capitalize on this national initiative.

Why I’m in the Student Incubator:
Because I believe I have a legitimate business plan and I would like to have an outlet where I can receive help to cultivate this plan and make it a thriving business.

Contact:
fwdqb18@yahoo.com, 281-229-9083

Southern Buoy

Founders:
Dylan LeBlanc, Philosophy, LSU Class of 2015; Trey Killeen

Business Description:
Our business concept is the mutually beneficial trade of high quality local seafood to be introduced into non-native markets. The specific products will be the exportation of Louisiana crawfish and importation of Massachusetts lobster.

Why they chose the Student Incubator:
Because we believe having this opportunity to immerse ourselves in the entrepreneurial atmosphere provided by this service will supplement our eagerness and desire to become an independently functioning business.

Contact:
dlebl46@tigers.lsu.edu, 225-788-1401

Supedup Auto

Founders:
Gary Shuford, General Business, LSU Class of 2013; Jason Buise

Business Description:
At Supedup Auto, LLC our purpose is to keep car maintenance simple. Our main services include washing, detailing, and performing general automotive maintenance. Our business operations are completely mobile, allowing us to eliminate the stress and hassle of regular car maintenance for our customers. We will also sell car products to consumers through online marketplaces under multiple internet domains. We will allow customers to never have to leave their home or office for general wash products, vacuums, tire compressors, exterior/interior lighting, etc. The primary objective at Supedup Auto, LLC is to provide simple, hassle free automotive services.

Why they chose the Student Incubator:
To maximize our business resources. We want to be able to consult with real business minded professionals and insure that we are operating to full potential.

Contact:
supedupauto@gmail.com, (225) 242-9540, www.supedupauto.com

Sustainable Green

Founders:
Austin Guidry, Chemical Engineering, LSU class of 2015; Michael Guidry, Biology, LSU class of 2013; TJ Tippit 

Business Description:
We plan on using hemp to develop food and possibly medicinal product and to utilize the composition of the plan’s structure to make a cost effective and responsibly made fuel.

Why they chose the Student Incubator:
I know very little about business and finance, and I believe that learning more about starting and maintaining a business will help me to be more successful.

Contact:
Aguid38@tigerts.lsu.edu, 225-937-0695

Ties to the South

Founders:
Claire Bourgeois, Business Management, LSU Class of 2013; Judy Scholhamer;George Scholhamer IV

Business Description:
Ties to the South is dedicated to providing high-quality apparel that captures the essence and gentility of Southern Culture. We look to bolster our roots in hand-sewn bow ties while expanding our product lines to encompass the demands of today’s market. At Ties to the South, quality is never sacrificed for quantity and we pride our business on innovation.

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
Access to resources and professional guidance to advance our business idea.

Contact:
cbour41@tigers.lsu.edu, 225-772-6201

Weight Warrior

Founder:
Joshua Thibodaux, General Business Administration, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description:
Weight Warrior develops clothing designed to improve overall performance and physical fitness by creating clothing lines that improve training intensity for exercise purposes as well as casual wear. The first product is featured in the clothing line Resist, which will be breathable, form-fitting clothing, that creates resistance when certain body movements are made, improving the strength and fitness of the wearer of the clothes. Completing the business plan and developing a working prototype are two short term goals on the Weight Warrior agenda.

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
I want Weight Warrior to be a successful long term business and the student incubator has tools that can better prepare the business for success, as well as creating the chance to meet other entrepreneurs for possible partnerships. I have been working on the business plan and the feasibility study, but I would like to receive feedback and advice as well.

Contact:
Jthib51@lsu.edu, (985) 859-0734

Young Kings Society (YKS)

Founder:
Travis Mamon, Accounting, LSU Class of 2016

Business Description:
Young Kings Society was started as a class project during my senior year of high school to get experience in designing, developing and marketing a product. In April 2012, the first t-shirt was designed and sold to the student population. My designs represent young urban people who like to dress casually but also sophisticatedly. Other products that have developed from this clothing line are galaxy toms and vans, buttons, tank tops and sweatshirts. I have been asked to design a shirt for the faculty and staff of a Georgia high school. My goal is to continue designing and adding products not only for students and adults but children as well

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
To help organize and grow my business and to receive guidance in the various aspects of business.

Contact:
tmamon1@lsu.edu, (404) 790-2748, www.yksociety.com

Name TBD

Founder:
Eric Newberry, International Trade and Finance, LSU class of 2014 

Business Description:
I am interested in developing a plan for a carbon sequestration company restoring wetlands and selling the carbon credits for the increased amount of carbon dioxide removed from the atmosphere, due to the restoration.  

Why he chose the Student Incubator:
I need business guidance, legal guidance, and access to workspace and conference rooms.

Contact:
enewbe1@lsu.edu, 281-627-4362

Name TBD

Founder:
Jennifer Mader, Human Resources Education, LSU Class of 2015

Business Description:
This business will develop dynamic, assessment driven, web-based, virtual learning environments for use in Higher Education and industry. Development will be discipline specific but can be easily adapted to fit the needs of different courses.

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
The Student Incubator program is a great opportunity to gain access to knowledgeable people who can provide much needed startup advice and guidance in an educational setting. At the same time, the incubator program would provide an effective and motivating environment that is critical for someone in the very early stages of starting a business.

Contact:
jmader5@lsu.edu

Name TBD

Founder:
Genola Hurst, Apparel Design, LSU Class of 2013

Business Decription:

Handmade, fashionable, but comfortable apparel for babies and children ages newborn-24 months. Products that are easy for the parents but comfortable for the children. Will include graphic print onesies and innovative baby accessories.

Why she chose the Student Incubator:
I am applying to the Student Incubator to receive help starting my business. It is the best place I can get the help I need legally. I would like to keep my business here in Louisiana and I think the incubator is the best option.

Contact:
ghurst3@lsu.edu, (225) 397-1905

Name TBD

Founder:

Thomas Hamilton, Entrepreneurship, LSU Class of 2013

Business Description: 

Fabrication and installation of granite counter tops in both residential and commercial real estate. Due to the insider information of my partner, we have identified that this niche market is largely under served. We will enter the industry and position ourselves to serve the target market on cost-leadership bases. This will allow us to serve residential customers who need an affordable service that does not sacrifice quality, as well as contractors whose main concerns are efficiency and quality. My networking, financial management, and customer service skills will allow our company a competitive advantage as far as efficiency and sales. My partner has been in this skilled trade for nearly 10 years as a main component of the most established companies, and this is one of the largest barriers to entry that keeps competitors out. By combining our skills and positioning ourselves in the most attractive target market, we will be able to obtain a competitive advantage that none of our competitors can reach.

Why he chose the Student Incubator:

The most appealing part of the student incubator is the vast professional and entrepreneurial network it encompasses.

Contact: 

thami11@tigers.lsu.edu, (318) 450-8307