Jake Brandt

May 2018

Jake Brandt

About Me

Jake Brandt is member of the varsity soccer team at St. Anthony High School. He is a member of National Honor Society, History Club, Catholic Athletes for Christ, and participates in high school musicals. Also, he is currently employed at RMC Cinemas and John Boos part time. In his free time, Jake enjoys reading books and woodworking. His future plans include going to college for architecture or civil engineering, but is undecided on what college to attend.

"From the moment I entered high school and was told about the CEO Program, I was immediately interested. I saw how life changing this experience was to others and I knew I wanted to partake in this class. Throughout this year, I hope to learn the value of communication as well as how to run a business successfully."

About My Business

Jake Brandt is the co-founder of J&M String Art and Wood Burning, along with Megan Hodge. J&M creates quality home décor for homes, rooms, and college dorms. Each piece is artistically handmade by Megan and Jake with wood sourced from John Boos. Contact Megan and Jake at jm.stringart@gmail.com and check us out on Instagram @jm_stringart. Jake is attending Purdue University this fall for general studies. Mentored by Justin Roley at Crossroads Bank.

My Featured Journal Entries

"We toured Mette’s Cabinet Corner. It was an awesome tour and it was very informational for Megan and I’s business. We are looking into putting a sealer on top of our products, just like they do with their cabinets. I thought it was awesome how they hand sand and prepare their countertops. I had no idea that they produced such quality there. Overall, it was a great tour and very informational."

01/30/2018

"When Mrs. Soltwedel announced that we as individuals were introducing people within five minutes, my head started spinning.  Before presenting in front of the class, I was so nervous, but looking back on it, I am glad that Mrs. Soltwedel pushed me out of my comfort zone.  I feel more prepared now with all the notes she gave us. It really made me self aware as I was presenting and her tips helped me control my nervous ticks.  Mrs. Soltwedel did an amazing job presenting and I will definitely be using her tips and tricks to help me accurately introduce an upcoming speaker."

08/28/2017