Meet Lizzie Marie Likness. An eager 13-year-old, who has not only touched the hearts and “stomachs” of her community, but also a multitude of families around the country.
As a toddler, Lizzie had a natural talent in the kitchen, and as a 6 year-old fell in love with horseback riding. Motivated to pay lessons, Lizzie began baking to raise money, combining her two hobbies.
Through selling her healthy homemade baked goods at the local farmer’s market, Lizzie’s “fundraiser” developed into a full blown organization. Although her passion for horseback riding was just as strong, Lizzie’s focus soon shifted to growing her business.
Lizzie especially focused on instilling the importance of maintaining an all around healthy lifestyle.
”Lizzie Marie Cuisine is unique because I teach kids how to have fun cooking healthy meals and how to live healthy.”
From appearing on the “Rachel Ray Show” to being a spokesperson for the American Heart Association, Lizzie has taken advantage of the opportunity to inspire others.
Lizzie plans to launch a series of cookbooks, digital media shows, and even a healthy line of packaged food products in the near future. At such a young age, with a variety of connections, Lizzie’s future in this industry is looking bright!
Lizzie’s final advice to those who aspire to truly be successful is as follows.
“The greatest reward is doing what you love for the good of others.”
This is so great! I love how she has taken what she has always loved to do and is making it a business. I also love that she sees the need for people to learn to be healthy and is helping them learn to cook healthy. I can’t imagine being 13 and having a business that big. That is so awesome!