Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration comes from the young people in underserved communities who simply need opportunity and exposure. Through barbering, I’ve seen how a skill can change a life. I’m also inspired by entrepreneurs who build businesses that serve others, not just profit. My mission is to create pathways to entrepreneurship, ownership, and economic mobility through platforms like Barber Concierge and Barber Concierge Academy.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by remembering the bigger mission. Every student who graduates, every barber who earns income through our platform, and every young person who discovers a career path reminds me why this work matters. When the work gets difficult, I focus on impact over obstacles. Knowing that our work can change families and communities keeps me pushing forward.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If awarded the $25,000, I would invest it into expanding Barber Concierge Academy and our workforce platform to train and equip more aspiring barbers, especially youth from underserved communities. The funds would help provide tools, technology, and scholarships so students can gain a skill, start their own businesses, and build generational wealth through entrepreneurship.