Haley Brewer
Fun fact
I love practicing mixed martial arts! I’ve done combative jujitsu (ground fighting), eskrima (stick/weapon fighting), and Okinawan kempo, but jujitsu has a special place in my heart.
What are you most excited about?
The thing I’m most excited about is getting out of my comfort zone. The idea of uprooting myself from everything I’ve ever known to a business partner in a yet-to-be-determined city is daunting but incredibly exciting, and I can’t wait to take on the challenge.
Hannah Dickey
Fun fact
I love reading late into the night in my hammock. I especially love reading adventure novels.
What are you most excited about?
I am most looking forward to the hands on part of the apprenticeship. I can’t wait to be in an environment where people want to pass me tools, show me how to use them, and help me grow into a force for the business world.
Nancy Fleming
Fun fact
I gave up my position as valedictorian to take an internship in Atlanta and start Praxis!
What are you most excited about?
What excites me most about Praxis is the ability to meet like-minded people and get a head start at life.
Kyle Happe
Fun fact
I can clap with one hand!
What are you most excited about?
I am excited about building business strengths and starting a good career while I’m young!
Bailey Heldfond
Fun fact
I love to spend my free time outdoors! Whether it is hiking, going to the beach, or playing soccer, I love being active, and I find myself my happiest when I’m surrounded by nature.
What are you most excited about?
I’m most excited to develop skills in a variety of different fields in order to make myself more marketable to companies.
Stephanie Jaramillo
Fun fact
I love sloths! I got to hold one for my sixteenth birthday.
What are you most excited about?
I am most excited about all of the skills I’ll develop throughout the program that I can apply to my future career.
Amanda Jones
Fun fact
I am an avid backpacker and geologist.
What are you most excited about?
I am most excited to learn how to tell my narrative through tangible projects and experiences in order to forge my career.
Max Marland
Fun fact
I have been baking cookies since I was about two years old. At this point, I have cooked them on most imaginable surfaces, from gas grills to skillets to an open fire.
What are you most excited about?
The aspect of Praxis I am most excited about is the opportunity to leap into a world where I can discover, develop, and utilize professional skills with tangible results.
Mia Mason
Fun fact
I love to research human psychology. My favorite human behavior researcher is Vanessa Van Edwards.
What are you most excited about?
I’m itching to start my apprenticeship and learn all I can about startups!
Kevin McDermott
Fun fact
I lived in Ireland from ages 3-13. Sláinte!
What are you most excited about?
I’m excited to start. Everything about the program is valuable to me. I cant wait to jump in, get to work, and start creating value!
Victoria Peterson
Fun fact
I used to play Roller Derby, and my skate name is Toxic Tori.
What are you most excited about?
I’m excited about the new adventure and meeting people who are excited and ambitious for their futures.
Illiah Pfau
Fun fact
I’m an amazing burger cook! I like to make special burgers for myself and my coworkers.
What are you most excited about?
The thing I’m most excited about in this program is finding new skills and refining old ones to make me a productive member of any team I join.
Corey Purves
Fun fact
I started an Instagram page a year ago that now has over 16,000 followers.
What are you most excited about?
I am most excited about getting the opportunity to live on my own during the apprenticeship. During that time I look forward to learning new skills that I can implement into my own business in the future.
Kate Ray
Fun fact
I have always enjoyed writing and had a slight natural talent for it throughout my early school years. At twenty-three years old, I already have a draft of my memoir, which will be added to throughout my next life experiences. My goal is to publish a book (or books) some day.
What are you most excited about?
I am most excited about being placed with a startup company and getting to participate in an apprenticeship and learn the ins and outs of marketing and sales in the business world. I’m ready to stretch my mind and my creative power in order to add value to a company in a concrete way.
Chloe Roy
Fun fact
One of my favorite hobbies is cooking and trying new foods! Anytime I try something new, I love to break it down and analyze it. I usually make notes later on and try to figure out how to make it better myself.
What are you most excited about?
I am excited to dig into the vast resources Praxis offers for self-development. I have already seen the experience of the mentors and the supportive community Praxis has built, so being surrounded by like-minded individuals only helps to spur on the best. I know I will have to push myself to reach my goals, but having others advice and encouragement is invaluable. I can’t wait to be able to actively create value for myself and others!
Colin Smith
Fun fact
In 2017, I listened to an average of 4.5 hours of music per day. Can’t wait to go deaf at 40!
What are you most excited about?
I feel like I’ve been stuck in the preparation mindset for far too long. I’m incredibly excited to leverage the experience of my advisors and ideas of my colleagues to begin forging an amazing career.
Morgan Von Gunten
Fun fact
I write a lot. I’ve currently written nearly 500k words for a novel.
What are you most excited about?
I’m most excited about being challenged to create on demand and get past the fear of sharing what I’m working on with other people.
Nicholas Weingartner
Fun fact
My favorite sports team is the New York Rangers.
What are you most excited about?
I am excited to learn from experience outside of the classroom environment.
