Teen Entrepreneurs Making Waves
In today’s digital age, teens are stepping into entrepreneurship long before they graduate. With global markets at their fingertips and numerous resources to build their brands, many high school students are launching businesses while still in school.
Take Felipe Pagani, for instance. A 2023 graduate of MAST Academy, he is now attending the University of Michigan’s prestigious Ross School of Business. While in high school, Felipe founded his own company, C-Liga, aimed at helping Brazilian businesses advertise their services to U.S. customers.
Felipe recognized that many Brazilian companies had excellent products but struggled to gain visibility in the U.S. market. Through C-Liga, he offers services like marketing support and brand development, acting as a vital link between Brazilian and American cultures. Over the past two years, C-Liga has partnered with over 100 Brazilian clients, highlighting a strong need for culturally relevant advertising on an international scale.
This venture not only supports small business owners; it has also equipped Felipe with essential skills in client relations, creative direction, and budgeting. These experiences are beneficial as he continues his education and career.
Felipe isn’t alone in this journey. Many young people today are harnessing their passions to start businesses. Whether it’s managing social media accounts, launching online shops, or advising groups, teenagers are changing the work landscape.
Ventures like Felipe’s aren’t just hobbies; they represent a shift in mindset. Today’s youth aren’t waiting for permission—they’re jumping at opportunities to make their mark.
Roger Lallemand, a senior at the School for Advanced Studies at Miami Dade College, is a Key Biscayne resident and an intern at Islander News.
