Future Titans Podcast

At just 18 years old, Chandler Dike is already making waves as a successful entrepreneur and creative force in her community. As the founder of Signs By Chandler, she’s turned her artistic flair into a profitable custom sign-painting business that has earned her over $3,000 in the past year—and that number keeps growing. Chandler’s journey is a testament to her drive, creativity, and determination, qualities that have recently earned her recognition as a recipient of the Formidable Fellowship.

At just 16 and 17 years old, Kyla La Rue and Lydia are already changing lives through their business, True Blue. The dynamic duo, both students at DeKalb High School, are the latest recipients of the prestigious Formidable Fellowship, awarded to young entrepreneurs making an impact in their communities. Their story is one of resilience, passion, and a drive to educate others about a topic close to their hearts: type 1 diabetes.

At just 12 and 9 years old, Grayson and Eden are redefining what it means to be young entrepreneurs. Hailing from College Station, Texas, this homeschooled brother-and-sister team runs one of the most unique businesses in the region: Scales, Tails, and Crawlers. Their venture combines education, entertainment, and their shared love for reptiles in a way that captivates and inspires audiences of all ages.

At just 17 years old, Abigayle Lett is redefining what it means to be a young entrepreneur. A high school senior at Odessa High School in Missouri, Abigayle has built an impressive chrysanthemum business called Totally Mums. Over the past two years, her dedication, hard work, and entrepreneurial spirit have transformed a budding idea into a thriving operation, generating an incredible $14,000 in revenue this year alone. Her story of grit, ingenuity, and community support is precisely why she was awarded the prestigious Formidable Fellowship—and her journey is just getting started.

At just 14 years old, Ayaan Jain is already proving that age is no barrier to ambition, innovation, or impact. As the founder of Teens2Table, Ayaan has turned his passion for food and entrepreneurship into a thriving business that blends profit with purpose. His journey is not only inspiring but also a testament to the power of resilience, creativity, and hard work.

At just 16 years old, Daisy Nanni has turned her dream of becoming an author and illustrator into reality. As the creator of the children's book series Twiddlebury Twig, Daisy combines her passion for storytelling with her artistic talent. Her journey from idea to published book is as inspiring as it is impressive, which is why we are thrilled to award her a grant through the Formidable Fellowship.

Meet Timmy McKeegan and Rishi Parikh, two young and ambitious entrepreneurs reshaping how students prepare for DECA and other CTSOs (Career and Technical Student Organizations). At just 14 and 16, Timmy and Rishi have combined their skills to create Prilo, a suite of AI-powered tools aimed at transforming student learning and competition prep.

At just 17 years old, Tommy Turner is proving that determination and a good idea can create a thriving business. As the founder of Tommy's Mobile Detailing, Tommy offers premium car detailing services directly at his clients' homes, making the process convenient and high-quality. With his entrepreneurial mindset and hard work, Tommy has turned a personal passion into a growing business, earning him a grant from the Formidable Fellowship.

At just 18 years old, Colton Sprague has built a thriving lawn care and landscaping business in Syracuse, Nebraska. With $40,000 in revenue last year and ambitious plans to hit $100,000 this year, Colton is a shining example of grit, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit.

At just 14 years old, Jadon Chou is already building a successful business and making his mark as a young entrepreneur. As the founder of Kaeda, Jadon creates custom mechanical keyboards for people who want unique, high-quality products but don’t have the time or know-how to build them themselves. His story is a testament to passion, creativity, and perseverance, which is why we are thrilled to award him a grant through the Formidable Fellowship.

At just 17 years old, Lincoln Snyder has done what many adults dream of. He runs Sunshine Exteriors, a cleaning company in Denton, Texas. Lincoln is smart, determined, and creative. That’s why we chose him for the Formidable Fellowship. Here’s his amazing story.