This is the story of Mr. Cory’s Cookies!
Cory Nieves was just six years old when he started his entrepreneurial journey. At first, Cory sold lemonade and hot cocoa to help pay for a car for his mom. They had just moved to New Jersey and funds were tight. As Cory got a bit older, his business matured from predominantly lemonade to cookies. Cory, and his mother Lisa, were determined to make a tasty cookie with all natural ingredients. They wanted to find a way to make a healthier, yet still delicious, alternative to other cookies out there. When Cory was 9, him and Lisa had found just the right recipe. They decided that it was something that they wanted to pursue full time. They settled on the name “Mr. Cory’s Cookies.”
Fortunately, Mr. Cory’s Cookies was given lots of free publicity on TV shows. Cory and Lisa were featured on MasterChef Junior and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The producers of the shows took interest in the entrepreneurial interest and the wholesome motives of such a young man. The publicity from the TV specials helped the company take off.
Nowadays, Mr. Cory’s Cookies in known for their broad set of flavors and their all-natural ingredients. They offer a variety of deals and bundles, all with incredibly eye-catching packaging. The business operates through periodical releases. The cookies sell out quickly, which builds anticipation fir the next release. Mr. Cory’s Cookies is now partnered with powerhouse, Amazon.
Cory is an inspiration to all of us. Cory developed entrepreneurial spirit at such an early age. He is living proof that you are never too young, old, etc. to pursue a venture! Additionally, his mother, Lisa, is an inspiration. She proved to us just how meaningful supporting your children, friends, cousins, etc. in their innovations can be!
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This young boy’s entrepreneur story is so precious, and it is touching to hear that he started his business because he wanted to help his mom buy a car. I remember being a kid and always wanting to set up my own lemonade stand to make a little bit of money. It is neat that Cory transformed this hobby into something that would help his mom and then later developed it into a full business. It is also inspiring to read about Cory’s young yet determined and business-oriented mind and it is also encouraging to see that his mom supported and helped him along the way.
I love this story and its awesome how Cory started his business at the age of six! I like how you included what he is up to now as well!