Hi, my name is Nykeya Vaughn. I am the owner of BIG Bounce. I am a 21-year-old ambitious young lady with big dreams. When I was young, my parents started Mel’s Extreme Party Planning and Rental. It was a family-owned and operated business. Their mission was to provide party planning and rentals to families, churches, and businesses in and around Washtenaw County and the greater Detroit area. My parents desired to provide good service and big fun to all. In addition to good service, they wanted to do something good for the community. Raising a child with special needs, they wanted to give their son, along with other children, a chance to learn skills that would enhance the quality of life for them. In 2010, they were faced with a decision that would cause them to close Mel’s Extreme. Fortunately, I got the chance to ride alongside my dad and see the ins and outs of the business. I also saw the fun we brought to families. Seeing people happy and kids crying because they didn’t want the bouncer to leave their party impacted me, and I always wanted to be a part of those joyous times with families again. Today, I stand with the vision to recreate the family business and to provide the same opportunity that my parents sought after and to give myself, siblings, and my special needs brother meaningful and life-changing opportunities.