Nicholas Dawson is a senior at Edwardsville High School. He enjoys playing for the varsity soccer ... Learn More
Nicholas Dawson
About Me
Nicholas Dawson is a senior at Edwardsville High School. He enjoys playing for the varsity soccer team in the Fall. During the offseason, Nick spends a lot of his time working at Bagley Farms Meat Market. In his free time, Nick enjoys hanging out with friends, playing pickleball, golf, video games, and cooking. After graduating, Nick plans to study International Business or Entrepreneurship. He has not yet decided on a school but plans to stay in the Midwest. His goals for this year are to make it to the state finals in soccer for the second year in a row and to be accepted into his desired schools. Nick is excited to see what opportunities are made possible by CEO.
About My Business
Nick Dawson is the founder of Leclaire Beef Sticks, a local brand focused on shelf-stable beef sticks for active consumers seeking convenient protein. The business was developed to offer a more locally rooted and less processed option in a category often dominated by national brands. Leclaire Beef Sticks was shaped by Dawson’s four years of experience in a butcher shop, where he saw repeated customer demand for meat sticks. The brand emphasizes local identity, convenience, and strong value creation in the snack market. Through Leclaire Beef Sticks, Dawson is working to grow a business that reflects both community pride and practical nutrition needs. In the future, he plans to continue studying business at Saint Louis University and building long-term experience in entrepreneurship. He also hopes to keep developing new products and opportunities that support his career and personal goals.
