Entrepreneurship knows no age limit and these young entrepreneurs under 20 are proof of that. From tech startups to social impact initiatives, these young people are changing the world and inspiring others to follow in their footsteps. Here are some examples from the last 5 years:
Sophia Wang: At the age of 16, Sophia Wang started EZ School Supplies, an eco-friendly school supply company. In just two years, her company has become a multimillion-dollar business and is now sold in over 1,000 stores across the US.
Xavier Helgesen: At the age of 19, Xavier Helgesen started Better World Books, an online bookstore that donates a portion of its profits to literacy organizations around the world. In just 5 years, his company has grown to become a leader in the sustainable book industry, with over $100 million in annual sales.
Kayla Montgomery: At the age of 17, Kayla Montgomery started The Giving Key, a jewellery company that employs homeless individuals to make hand-stamped jewellery. In just 5 years, her company has grown to employ over 200 people and has given over $1 million to homeless and housing organizations.
Hridhaan Raka: At the age of 15, Hridhaan Raka started ByteBuilders, a tech company that provides web and mobile app development services to clients around the world. In just 5 years, his company has grown to employ over 50 people and has served over 500 clients.
Lily Born: At the age of 18, Lily Born started Food For All, a meal delivery service that provides healthy and affordable meals to people in need. In just 5 years, her company has grown to serve over 10,000 meals per month and has given over $500,000 to food banks and hunger organizations.
These young entrepreneurs are making a difference in their communities and inspiring the next generation to chase their dreams. Let their stories remind you that anything is possible if you believe in yourself and work hard.
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