West CEO students spent Thursday learning from entrepreneur Heather Dunkel, Build-a-Pet Clubhouse owner. Her ability to research, learn, and watch for trends has allowed her to pivot when necessary. Build-a-Pet offers a spacious playland, party room, sensory options, old school gaming, gift shop along with the popular pet building activity...something for everyone! She discussed key factors impacting small business owners such as inflation, election year, online sales, etc. Core values for Heather include community collaboration and sensory play for brain development. It didn't take long to realize Heather is very creative...and generous as she gave each student the experience of building a pet from a line she is discontinuing. The result is a few fun pictures for you to check out!