Fellows mentioned in this story: Ann Teranishi, Cohort VII

From Pacific Business News:

American Savings Bank announced Thursday it has awarded $140,000 to winners of the 2022 Bank for Education KeikiCo business plan competition.

Nearly 400 students across the state between grades three through 12 formed teams to showcase their best business plan ideas before a panel of judges for a chance to win up to $25,000. Bank volunteers provided teachers and advisors with a video curriculum, online resources and mentorship, according to the announcement from ASB.

“This year’s KeikiCo participants inspired us with their innovation, imagination, creativity and commitment to bettering our community,” Ann Teranishi, president and CEO of ASB, said in a statement. “We are grateful for the opportunity to support young leaders and entrepreneurs with financial education resources and mentorship opportunities to help build a stronger and more diversified economy.”

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