Who or what is your inspiration in business?

Inspired by Think and Grow Rich and by watching my mother overcome years of struggle to become a successful entrepreneur in her 50s, I realized it’s never too late to build something meaningful. Her determination and resilience showed me that success comes from belief, persistence, and action. That example pushed me to pursue entrepreneurship and create opportunities for myself and others.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by constantly feeding my mind with financial literacy books and powerful podcasts that expand how I think about wealth and opportunity. I’m driven by the desire to create more possibilities for people of my complexion in my community, proving that success and ownership are within reach. Most importantly, I’m building something bigger than myself—a legacy of knowledge, opportunity, and generational progress for my children.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000, I will build a simple platform that helps everyday people start and run a business without needing advanced tech skills. The platform will handle the complicated parts—administration, setup, and basic technology—so entrepreneurs can focus on making money and growing. By simplifying the process and “dumbing down” the tech side, it will remove barriers that stop many average Americans from starting successful businesses.