A local entrepreneur has taken home the top prize at this year’s Cubs’ Lair competition.
Hadi Jakmora and his company “Quest It,” won $3,000 last week at the event put on by the Innovation Cluster Peterborough and the Kawarthas.
“Quest It” is a mobile app designed for everyday task assistance, facilitating local services from snow removal to meal preparation.
Matt Anderson clinched second place and a $1,500 award for ‘Chemong City Greens’, an enterprise cultivating organic microgreens. Their nutrient-rich produce enhances meals year-round, enriching Peterborough’s local food network.
Nicholas Landon secured third place and a $500 prize for ‘Course Sync Inc.’, an innovative platform revolutionizing student academic management.
Special commendation goes to the other outstanding participants:
Zachary McCue of REPWR
Ashley Bonner of Community Pin
Yash Ramnani of Nectar
Jayden Smith of Cub Storage Inc.
(Written by: Jordan Mercier)
