Mikey Wren was in elementary school when he started his successful business with vending machines. At 10 years old, he was a best-selling author, an inspirational speaker, and a business owner.
Mikey took his love for salty treats and candy and turned it into a real business. Mikey always had new ideas, but his idea to own a vending machine became a reality. His parents were skeptical and figured this would simply be another crazy thought like the ones before. However, Mikey earned $1,200 from his lemonade stand to purchase a vending machine. His parents said he even gave up his more expensive Christmas gifts to instead be given the rest of the money for the machine. He was dedicated to his idea and willing to put in the hard work to see it through.
His parents were more than willing to help him with the process, but he had to do a significant amount of the work. Mikey bought his first vending machine when then grow to four. His business was called “Mikey’s Munchies”. Even the president of the American Vending Machines gave him helpful advice and mentored him. He mentioned that Mikey had a bright future in business. Mikey’s next endeavor was his best-selling book, “Mikey Learns About Business” where he shares helpful tips about his business adventures from the perspective of a 10-year-old boy. He said, “I want to be that role model that’s going to help them succeed in life.” Not only did he start his own little business and become the author of a successful book, he also joined the non-profit organization, Young Biz Kids which encourages kids to explore the field of entrepreneurship.
Mikey didn’t start a major company making millions of dollars, but he found an opportunity right in his own hometown and used it to make a successful business at an incredibly young age. Mikey should be an inspiration to all entrepreneurs, but especially aspiring young entrepreneurs. He is a great example that age should not be a barrier in the entrepreneurial world.
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This is such an inspirational story! The dedication and entrepreneurial drive that Mikey displayed was incredible. I love how his parents were so supportive of his business endeavors. I am impressed by his commitment to his business, despite his young age. Mikey was able to recognize the value in finding a mentor and accepting advise from them. This is a quality that is so important in entrepreneurs of all ages!