Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My biggest inspiration in business is the idea of building something from nothing through discipline and consistency. I started Swole Bears at 14, and that journey showed me that success comes from showing up every day and improving little by little. A big part of my mission is inspiring others—especially young people—by showing that age isn’t a limit if you’re willing to work hard and bet on yourself.

How do you stay motivated?

I’m not always motivated, and I don’t think anyone is all the time. What keeps me moving forward is discipline. I show up and do the work even when I don’t feel like it. I’m also chasing a bigger vision. I’m currently working toward launching Swole Bears into Sobeys and constantly reaching out to new retailers and opportunities. That long-term goal keeps me focused and excited.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I won $25,000, I would invest it into hiring employees to help take over production for Swole Bears. That would allow me to focus more on growing the business through marketing, building relationships, and meeting with retailers. Increasing production and sales would also help move us closer to eventually working with a manufacturer, allowing us to scale faster and bring the product to more stores.