TrailEagle Packs Earns 2nd Place at the Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge!
- Kevin K. Burnett
- Nov 1, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 18
By Kevin K Burnett | November 1st, 2024
TrailEagle Packs is thrilled to announce that we took 2nd place and won a $3,500 prize at the 2024 Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge (MCSC) held at Northern Michigan University! This experience marked an exciting milestone for our team, as we presented our All Access Backpack alongside over 30 other ambitious startups from across Michigan.
The MCSC event was an inspiring showcase of Michigan’s most innovative student entrepreneurs, offering an invaluable platform for us to share our vision for transforming outdoor gear. Our mission is to redefine outdoor backpack design with a focus on easy access, organization, and durability. We couldn’t be prouder of the positive feedback and recognition we received.
What Made This Event Special?
The Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge brought together student startups from universities across the state, giving us the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, connect with passionate entrepreneurs, and share ideas that could shape the future. Here are some highlights that made this event unforgettable:
Sharing Our Vision: Presenting TrailEagle’s mission to redefine outdoor gear with a unique fold-out, all-access design was a rewarding experience. It was exciting to demonstrate how our backpack can improve hikers’ and adventurers’ experiences, allowing them to easily access and organize gear on the go.
Valuable Feedback: Competing in the challenge gave us the opportunity to receive honest, constructive feedback from mentors, judges, and fellow entrepreneurs. The insights we gained will help us refine our product and strategy as we move forward.
Recognition & Prize: Taking 2nd place among such a talented group of competitors was a true honor. Winning the $3,500 prize means we can invest in further product development and outreach to bring TrailEagle Packs to even more outdoor enthusiasts.
What’s Next for TrailEagle Packs?
This achievement has energized us, and we’re more motivated than ever to continue pushing boundaries in outdoor gear design. As we move forward, we’ll invest in product development, fine-tun our design based on feedback, and build our community of outdoor enthusiasts passionate about high-quality, innovative gear.
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About the Author:
Kevin K. Burnett is the CEO and co-founder of TrailEagle Packs, a company founded on a passion for outdoor adventures and a mission to improve the hiking experience. As an Eagle Scout and student entrepreneur, Kevin’s journey began on the rugged trails of New Mexico, where he and his co-founder faced the challenges of carrying heavy gear in demanding conditions.
Inspired by his experiences, Kevin is dedicated to solving the frustrations of traditional backpacks with thoughtfully designed gear that prioritizes organization, accessibility, and comfort. When not designing innovative products, Kevin shares his love for the outdoors through practical advice and tips to inspire fellow adventurers.
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