Today's media market makes you think that young black men are behind bars, victims of fatal shootings, or unemployed baby daddies. Here's one of the big secrets that the media doesn't readily share. It's the story of Jaylen Bledsoe, a young, black entrepreneur who has assured his future at the tender age of 15.
Many folks dream of starting a successful business, but for most that dream never becomes a reality. For Jaylen Bledsoe of Hazelwood, MO, his dream of owning a multi-million dollar company have become a reality at ay oung age. He is the CEO and founder of Bledsoe Technolgies, LLC, a company he created in 2012, which is a recognized IT consultancy firm that specializes in web design, development, and graphics for local businesses in St. Louis, MO.
The company has expanded and serves corporations globally. It continues to grow in both staff size and profit. When it was first launched, there were only five workers. Currently, it has contracted over 150 employees. Bledsoe's worth has reached millionaire status. The company is currently worth $3.5 million dollars.
Jaylen hopes to attend Harvard University and plans to study business administration and computer science. he plans to go on an earn a master's degree in law and eventually become a copyright attorney.
In addition to his duties at his company, Bledsoe still assumes a leadership role for several organizations at his school. He's president of the student council and works with the PTA, also volunteering for organizations in his community.
Jaylen has started blogging. his post are about social media, teen relationships, his story and other hot topics. Read his blog at jaylenbledsoe.com.
Jaylen Bledsoe gives these words of inspiration:
"We can all do the same things; if you have the right amount of dedication."
Source: The Grio, Patch, and Huffington Post
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