Gen Z Entrepreneurs

In this episode, we’re joined by Zubair Hasan and Jacob Shi—national competitors in the Junior Achievement Company Program. Over the past school year, they teamed up with fellow students and mentors to launch Happy Backs, a company born from countless brainstorming sessions, failed ideas, and cold emails. Their hard work paid off when their team earned 2nd place in the Greater Boston area. So sit back, pop in your AirPods, and tune...

In this episode, we’re joined by Hashi Abdulle—founder of Mirora and a current junior at Boston Latin School. Through his work with Mirora, Hashi has helped students discover a variety of clubs at BLS, creating greater accessibility to leadership opportunities. He also shares a sneak peek into an exciting upcoming project. So sit back, plus in your AirPods, and tune in!Insta: miroraclassicWebsite: https://www.mirora.org/Intro/Outro...

In this episode, we’re joined by Ryan Nguyen—founder and CEO of Unity Provisions and a current junior at Boston Latin School. Since launching his nonprofit, Ryan has been dedicated to fighting hunger worldwide by building a network of club chapters. His leadership and impact recently earned him recognition as a 2025 Bank of America Student Leader. Now, he’s focused on spreading the spirit of community service even further. So sit b...

In this episode, we’re joined by Arthi Manivasakam—Senior Manager at #1 Cochran and proud alumna of Boston Latin School. Arthi takes us through her journey after graduation, sharing the key lessons she’s learned along the way. Outside of work, she’s passionate about Pilates and enjoys helping others in both her professional and personal life. So sit back, plug in your AirPods, and tune in!Intro/Outro Song Credits: Pop by Steve Comb...

In this episode, we’re joined by Boston Latin School alum Julio Salado. Julio is an award-winning personal trainer who has helped countless individuals achieve their personal fitness goals through his two decade-long business Fitness Foundry. As he speaks about his tremendous growth along the way, he highlights his passion for giving back to those who’ve also experienced hardships. Through his love for community-giving, Julio will ...

On today’s episode, we’re excited to welcome Boston Latin School alum Kamaul Reid, Class of ‘91—the same class as principal Mr. Gallagher. Although his BLS football days are long behind him, Mr. Reid’s school spirit remains as strong as ever, as shown by his enthusiasm for joining us on this podcast. You'll hear how he combined his athleticism with his economics degree to build his own company, RARE Moving & Trucking. But b...

In this episode, we’re joined by former Nevada DECA Vice President of Marketing and current DECA Inc. Media Ambassador, Asher Leventhal. Asher passionately describes his work with digital marketing and how his experiences with DECA have changed him personally and professionally. Not only has Asher represented Nevada DECA throughout his high school career, but he also looks to continue his DECA endeavors further down the line. So, s...

In today’s episode, we’re sharing an update on Lucas’s experience applying to Harvard Venture Tech’s HVTSP program—what the application process was like, and key takeaways from the journey. We’ll also touch on our final preparations for DECA States, reflecting on last year’s experience as state finalists and what we’re doing differently this time. To wrap up, we’ll share a quick personal update on everything happening behind the sc...

In today’s episode, David and Lucas share another update, focusing on their recent experience with DECA. DECA is a business competition that prepares aspiring entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management through roleplays, exams, and presentations. As former state finalists, we’ll reflect on our experiences from last year and this year, offering insights for anyone interested in exploring the busines...

Starting with this episode, we’re excited to expand beyond an audio-only format! We’re thrilled to welcome Alex Kwong, a sophomore at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, specializing in banking. As a former Boston Latin School student, Alex has been in our shoes and is here to share his experiences and insights on the college application process, securing internships before college, navigating college life, and what sp...

In today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome our special guest Silvia Zheng, Director of Marketing at Merchant Research Group. Silvia’s wide range in marketing has impressed us with roles as product management and content creator in companies like LunaJoy Health, Nielson, and Dr. J’s Natural. She has also founded a company of her own called NeuDreamer, which prioritizes preventing neurology diseases such as Alzheimer’s Disease. S...