Who is Jeremiah Vecchioni?
Jeremiah is a sophomore undergraduate student at The University of Tennessee. A Knoxville native, He loves to support his area by engaging in as many opportunities for community betterment as possible. His freshman year, he served as a mentee to the student body president at the university working on numerous enhancements for the institution, had monthly meetings with the dean staff on campus, and served as a Team Leader with the Jones Center for Leadership and Service, displaying a desire and drive to build leaders and path-pavers in the world around him. He currently owns two businesses as a self-proprietor, and is actively seeking to expand his portfolio. When not in an academic or business sector, he loves to hike, write, and of course, network.
What is World’s Fair Furnishing Company?
Knoxville’s status as a major college town creates a unique challenge for students: furnishing their temporary homes. Many students purchase furniture to create a comfortable living space but face significant hurdles when it’s time to move. Bulky items are often too costly or inconvenient to transport, leading to a cycle of donation, resale, or disposal. This results in unnecessary financial burdens for students and contributes to environmental waste. This startup addresses this problem by tapping into the furniture rental market. By acquiring low-cost, and often free, high-quality inventory, we restore and professionally clean items for rent. This model provides students with a low-cost, flexible, and sustainable way to furnish their apartments and dorms. Customers can rent items for a fixed period with the option to renew their “lease” or purchase the furniture outright, providing them with ultimate flexibility and peace of mind.
