Skyline graduate recognized for innovative product

Skyline graduate and current Purdue University student Chris MacPherson, along with business partner Andrew Linfoot, recently grabbed second place in Purdue's Burton D. Morgan Business Plan competition for their product, Pure Kyk Energy.

Skyline graduate and current Purdue University student Chris MacPherson, along with business partner Andrew Linfoot, recently grabbed second place in Purdue’s Burton D. Morgan Business Plan competition for their product, Pure Kyk Energy.

The flavor-neutral powder can be added to any liquid, turning it into an energy drink. The product, which contains a combination of caffeine, amino acids, B vitamins and natural herbs, is said to provide the same boost you get from coffee. It can be put in anything, from orange juice to iced tea.

The powder, which the pair say is FDA compliant, is currently being sold on Amazon and near the school in West Lafayette, Ind.

MacPherson graduated from Skyline in 2010. He and Linfoot won $10,000 for their efforts.