Amidst all the recent chatter about how our nations’ youth are failing to meet core standards in the public school system, there is one thing that Americans do well, and that is entrepreneurship. It has been the cornerstone of the country’s economic achievements, from early innovators and entrepreneurs like Ford and Franklin to current successes [...]

Robin and Emily Johnson Share Insight on Raising Three Young Entrepreneurs
Sarah: When did you notice that your kids were interested in making money and being in business? Emily and Robin: It was never really about making money or even business in the beginning. We tried to foster creativity in the children and thinking outside the box, and let their interests and ideas lead us. Sarah: [...]

Kimberly K. Parker Shares Insight on Raising A Young Entrepreneur
Sarah: When did you notice that your son was interested in being in business? Kimberly: Khalil began taking an interest in being a business person in 2005. When I released my first book, he asked if he could help me by signing his autograph, too. He felt that since his picture was on the cover, [...]

Spotlight on Young Entrepreneur Jake Johnson of Flipoutz
Jake Johnson: Born in 1999, Jake is a sixth grader but is learning the business fast. His passions are Flipoutz, sports (soccer and cross country running), music and acting. At age 7 Jake appeared in the movie “Talladega Nights – the Ballad of Ricky Bobby” as the young Ricky Bobby and he can currently be [...]

Spotlight on Young Entrepreneur Lizzie Marie Likness of Lizzie Marie Cuisine
Sarah: Please tell me how you got started and where CEO Kids and parents can find out more info about you. Lizzie: I’ve been cooking since I was two years old. My family makes homemade applesauce each fall, when I was little my mom would sit me on the counter and let me stir the [...]


