Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration in business is the ability to have enough resources to bless and pour into others while lifting as I climb. I believe success is not just about personal achievement, but about creating opportunities for others. Entrepreneurship allows me to build platforms that empower communities, mentor young leaders, and invest in people who may not otherwise have access to those opportunities. My goal is to create impact that extends far beyond myself.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by remembering where I come from and why I started. My grandfather didn’t make it past the 8th grade, my grandmother was a housekeeper and only had a High School Diploma, and my mother had me at 18. Many odds were stacked against my bloodline. Remembering their sacrifices pushes me to break cycles, create opportunities, and build a legacy through entrepreneurship that can uplift my family, my community, and the next generation.

What would you do with the $25,000?

As a man of faith, the first 10% would go back in giving. I believe blessings should be shared, not just kept. I would use $10,000 to help clear some of my student debt, as I’ve worked to pay my way through school while building my ventures. The remaining $12,500 would be invested directly into my business with a strict allocation plan for operations, growth, and expansion. My goal would be to turn that investment into opportunities that uplift my community and create impact.