Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My late mother fostered my love of learning with books, games, technology, and challenges, while my father’s resilience showed the power of transformation. Inspired by my many educators from South Park to the University of Pittsburgh, I aim to empower learners through accessible, transformative STEM education.

How do you stay motivated?

My journey of overcoming challenges and witnessing education’s transformative power keeps me motivated. I strive to create tools at MisterMarx.com that empower learners to tackle complex challenges with critical thinking, curiosity, and bold exploration.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000, I’d fast-track the completion of dodat.ai, my self-taught social learning platform, ensuring a successful launch and robust features. I’d also expand my Mister Marx YouTube series and blog to inspire curiosity and problem-solving in STEM - introducing a fresh series that takes viewers on a mathematician’s journey of discovery. Together, these projects aim to spark a love for learning and foster a sense of exploration and problem-solving needed in the real-world.