2025 FINALISTS
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
FastLane 94 Trailblazer Challenge was held on April 03, 2025. Finalists who took part in the competition represented high-potential startups from across the West Central region and came from industries ranging from drone technology to streaming apps.
The FastLane 94 Trailblazer Challenge was organized by the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation, in partnership with Greater Fergus Falls, the Greater Fargo/Moorhead Economic Development Corporation and St. Cloud’s ILT Studios, as part of their combined efforts to build a stronger entrepreneur ecosystem in the region.
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2025 FINALISTS //
Lilly Goyah (Big Lake, MN)
FIRST PLACE WINNER
Lilly Goyah – ANP Streaming, with their faith-centered streaming platform where users can discover content tailored to both their emotional state and spiritual journey.
Stephen Rider + Levi Bosshart (Sauk Rapids, MN)
SECOND PLACE WINNER
Stephen Rider & Levi Bosshart with Buzzcare and their drone delivery company bridging the healthcare gap in rural America.
Jack Murphy (Minneapolis, MN)
THIRD PLACE WINNER
Jack Murphy – Jestive, with their dating app for introverts and the neurodivergent community, offering a low-pressure, authentic way to connect.
Barbara Owen-Boerger – Getaway Kimonos
Getaway Kimonos repel mosquitos and other insect pests by putting the repellent next to your skin rather than on it. Getaway Kimonos are a versatile fashion accessory, treated with an effective, odorless insect repellent process that retains its effectiveness for up to 70 washes. These are the first offering in a company that is taking insect repelling clothing out of the woods and bringing it to everyday wear.
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