Moziah Bridges was just a wee lad when he started his business, Mo’s Bows. In 2011, when he was just 9 years old, Moziah needed an accessory to help him look sharp, but he had nothing that suited his personal taste. With his grandma’s help, he started fashioning his own bow ties. His original intent was not to create an internationally-recognized brand. In fact, he was just making the bow ties for himself. The brand has now evolved to sell more than bows. They now sell pocket squares and neckties as well, among other items.

Moziah’s business is similar to a lot of other young entrepreneur’s stories. He started with something based on his own personal needs- he had a problem and he creatively fixed it- but eventually this idea made it into the actual business world.

Mo’s Bows have become a big hit around the United States and even around the world. Moziah has appeared on The Steve Harvey Show, The Today Show, Good Morning America, 20/20, CBS This Morning, Disney Channel, and Shark Tank. He has also been featured in O: The Oprah Magazine. He was also inducted into the Tennessee State Museum Costume and Textile. Additionally, he served as the fashion correspondent for the 2015 NBA Draft. He was also twice on Time’s  list of “30 Most Influential Teens.” There were several other activities and opportunities Moziah took part in but this is just a taste.

Mo’s Bows kept with its humble beginnings and it now only has five employees, including his grandma. At this point, the business has sold more than $700,000 of bow ties and other men’s accessories. What is very unique and interesting is that Moziah himself handpicks every fabric and additionally approves every visual element. Mo’s Bows are sold in retail stores throughout the United States and have partnered with multiple stores in order to do so.