Jefferson County CEO has moved into their calendar year for the 2023-24 season, announcing their first big event, Trash for Cash, as they have been challenged with reaching a $3,000 goal by October 1, without donations or sponsorships.
“I really hope it doesn’t flop. Calleigh Lambert and I have been hauling a ton of junk over the weekend and have both put an enormous amount of time and effort into this project,” stated Gaige Sisney, ‘24.
Trash for Cash will be hosted on September 24 in the Rural King parking lot, with other vendors being in attendance from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Anyone can help the Trash for Cash event by texting (618) 315-0848 and they will come pick up a wide variety of items, ranging from clothing to furniture.
“Our Trash for Cash event is taking a lot of work and time. In order for our resale show to be a success, we have to organize and make sure everything is where it needs to be. Advertising is a big part of how we are gonna be successful as well,” asserted Sophia Ziegler, ‘24.
During everything going on with the Trash for Cash event, CEO members have also been trying to decide on a class business, with options varying from a New Year’s Eve Night, an MMA Fight Night, and finally, a Golf Tournament.
“We already have a couple of ideas that we believe will be a huge success within the community. We plan to partner with a local business and use our seed money to have a large event,” described Nolan Armstrong, ‘24.
On September 15, members of the organization took part in Mentor Friday, where many business owners came to mentor all 18 CEO members, with businesses ranging from customer service, marketing, real estate, retail, and finance.
“The mentoring component of CEO is invaluable. Having 18 professionals come into the room and share their combined years of experience is a wealth of knowledge for the students. Their mentors will help guide them through the class business, personal business, and preparations for the Trade Show in the spring,” stated Ms. Nealy Hamson, Jefferson County CEO, Educational Liaison.
“Mentor Fridays are probably my favorite days because to be able to sit and watch students and mentors connect and have productive conversations about items the students need input on is very rewarding to see. I am so grateful for the support of the business community in Jefferson County, this program would not be nearly as successful without these partnerships,” added Hamson
“I am looking forward to Mentor Fridays. I don’t know who my mentor is at this time yet, but I’m excited to learn new insight from someone who I don’t know. This will help me in so many ways to have someone who already has the knowledge I don’t have and can help me to obtain that knowledge,” said Brylie Brands, ‘24.
The year ahead is going to be very special for those involved in CEO, adding to the 6-year history that MV has been a part of.
¨This class has taught me so much about business and I am very excited for the future,” mentioned Sisney.
Trash for Cash will be hosted on September 24 in the Rural King parking lot, with other vendors being in attendance from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
