Why Launch
amplifying the stories of impact entrepreneurs
Why Launch - Amplifying the Stories of Impact Entrepreneurs
Our communities need more high school graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset. Students ready to take on complicated problems with initiative, creativity, and resilience. Purpose-driven students who see opportunity where others see adversity.
The Why Launch mission is to share relevant, interesting, and practical advice to foster an entrepreneurial mindset in students across the country. The cornerstone of this project is building a portfolio of founder stories to inspire a community of ambitious and curious young entrepreneurs.
Join me as I interview impact entrepreneurs from diverse industries, delve into research and literature, share my own start-up journey, launch a student community, and provide practical advice to advance an entrepreneurial mindset.
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eBook Launch: ‘High School Startup: Cheat Sheet for the Everyday Student’ is Now Available
Start a business today – your entrepreneurial mindset will change the world! After months of hard work I am thrilled to announce that my eBook ‘High School Startup: Cheat Sheet for the Everyday Student’ is now available as a free download from my Why Launch website! Our communities need more high school graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset. Students ready to take on complicated problems with initiative, creativity, and resilience. Purpose-driven students who see opportunity where others see adversity. ‘High School Startup’ is the next step in achieving this mission. Published in English and Spanish to break down the barriers to entry, ‘High School Startup’ gives all students the essential tools to start a business today.
Interview with Majak Wenyin: International Youth Empowerment and Community Building
Recently I spoke with Majak Wenyin, Co-Director of the Republic of South Sudan (ROSS) Leaders, a national non-profit empowering youth in 5 states through mentorship, academic tutoring, and athletic training. Born in South Sudan, Majak Wenyin immigrated to the US as a refugee when he was a child. He played college basketball before founding So Elite Basketball and joining forces with Jacob Idra and ROSS Leaders. He regularly returns to South Sudan to mentor and host basketball camps for local youth. He has forged a path that intertwines his passion for athletics with a profound commitment to community service. He is truly using his entrepreneurial talents to better international communities.
My Summer Internship with Timber Age: An Entrepreneurial Journey of Innovation and Sustainability
This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to intern with Timber Age, a pioneering passive housing startup based in Durango, Colorado. Timber Age is revolutionizing the residential construction industry with its commitment to sustainability and innovative use of Passive House Certified Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT). My internship with Timber Age was an exceptional learning experience that offered deep insights into the entrepreneurial startup space, significant opportunities for personal and professional growth, and the incredible honor of contributing to a company that is truly making a difference.
“I wanted what everyone wants.
To be me, full-time.”
Phil Knight / Co-Founder of Nike, Inc.