Gen Z Entrepreneurs

In this episode, we’re joined by Ronit Dhingra—a rising high school senior and the creator of GymPact. Ronit shares the challenges and successes of building a fitness app from the ground up and how the experience connects to his passion for business and entrepreneurship. So sit back, plug in your AirPods, and tune in! Intro/Outro Song Credits: Pop by Steve Combs; Free Music Archive; CC BY

In this episode, David and Lucas record together for the first time in an in-person studio, bringing major updates as the summer of 2025 winds down. They share highlights from their summer jobs at Boston City Hall and look ahead to the fast-approaching college application season. So sit back, plug in your AirPods, and tune in. Intro/Outro Song Credits: Pop by Steve Combs; Free Music Archive; CC BY

In this episode, David and Lucas share updates as they wrap up junior year—from finals week to the start of summer. They talk about their new jobs at City Hall, reflect on their first days at work, and look ahead to what the summer holds, including college prep. David also gives his long awaited update on his Fidelity portfolio. So sit back, plug in your AirPods, and tune in! Intro/Outro Song Cred...

In this episode, we’re joined by Nikhil Aditya Kumar, president of the Charlotte Youth Marketing Association. Nikhil shares the story and impact of his student-led organization, while also reflecting on his experience competing in DECA as a North Carolina State Officer. So sit back, plug in your AirPods, and tune in!

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...

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...

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 commu...

In this episode, we’re joined by Tien Ho—a current junior at Boston Latin School and the founder of the Boston chapter of The Wishing Crane Project. Through organizing events and rallying volunteers to fold origami cranes, Tien has made a meaningful impact on hospital patients across the city. So sit back, pop in your AirPods, and enjoy the episode! Intro/Outro Song Credits: Pop by Steve Combs; Fr...

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/O...

In this episode, we’re joined by Peter Guo, a current senior at Boston Latin School who has been admitted to—and is committing to—Emory University. Peter shares his journey through the recent college admissions cycle and showcases his impressive knowledge of stock investing. So sit back, plug in your AirPods, and tune in! Peter’s Insta: peterqwoahIntro/Outro Song Credits: Pop by Steve Combs; Free...

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 lov...

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...

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 end...

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...

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...

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, n...

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 dise...

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome our special guest, Manish Muthyala, an Investment Banking Intern at Jetson. At only 18 years old, Manish has already achieved an impressive list of accomplishments. He participated in a two-year fintech internship in Tokyo, competed in the kids' version of Shark Tank, and was admitted early to UPenn in the 10th grade. And that’s just the beginning. Manis...

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome our special guest, Ebin Cho, a makeup micro social media influencer. While only a junior in high school, Ebin has conjured a love for the cosmetic industry through her make-up tutorials, skincare routines, and grwm's. Ebin's presence has got her brand deals from beauty companies such as mixsoon and she has joined us to share her story. So, sit back, plug...

Your favorite co-hosts, David and Lucas, are back and are super excited to share their experiences with last school year's JA Stock Market Challenge, starting a new club, the upcoming Wharton Global High School Investment Competition, and David’s poor yet promising fidelity update. So, sit back, plug in your Airpods, and enjoy! Intro/Outro Song Credits: Pop by Steve Combs; Free Music Archive; CC B...

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome our special guest, Chriss Castle, the acclaimed author of Harbinger Dawn. Chriss has many passions, including a love for writing, musical talents across multiple instruments, and a keen interest in business marketing. In this episode, she'll share her journey as an author and discuss how she turned her writing into a business by establishing her own LLC....

As school is about to start again, David and Lucas have recorded their final episode for summer 2024! Even with school back in session, we hope to continue this podcast and will keep you all updated as we manage our schedules. This episode covers topics such as creating their LinkedIn profiles, a podcast invitation, the non-profit they're working to launch, and much more. As always, we wrap up wit...

In this episode, we’re excited to welcome our special guest, Solmary, a resource manager at Berkeley Research Group. We dive into the day-to-day life of a resource manager, explore the skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, and share some valuable college advice. As always, we wrap up with our updates. So, sit back, plug in your AirPods, and enjoy! Intro/Outro Song Credits...

Sorry for the wait but the Gen Z Entrepreneurs are back with another weekly episode! It’s been a hectic week, balancing Intro to Business at Emmanuel in the mornings and Berkeley Research Group in the afternoons, but we’ve got a great story to share. Join us as we catch you up on our daily lives, discuss a potential guest, share our experiences with BRG’s Leg Up Program, and delve into the tech in...

Welcome back to the second episode of Gen Z Entrepreneurs! We are so glad that we're able to continue this journey without any huge technical difficulties. Join us as we would discuss a range of topics mixing Fidelity, Learn and Earn updates, and of course mixing a tea of our daily lifestyles with it. As always, sit back and enjoy. Intro/Outro Song Credits: Pop by Steve Combs; Free Music Archive;...