Founders for Kids

Founders

Bold, Curious, and Building Big Ideas

Meet the dreamers and doers we celebrate in our series. They come from different places and moments in history, yet each had the courage to try something new. They often faced tough questions, doubters, and roadblocks. But they kept going.

Pleasant Rowland

Pleasant Rowland

American Girl

  • A former teacher who used reading programs and bright ideas to create a one-of-a-kind doll.
  • Mixed her love of education with an understanding of what kids need.
  • Proved that a bold vision can inspire millions.
Phil Knight

Phil Knight

Nike

  • Started with a small shoe idea in college.
  • Grew it into a global sports brand that changed how people run.
Daniel Ek

Daniel Ek

Spotify

  • Liked music and coding from a young age.
  • Found new ways to deliver songs to fans around the world.
Jensen Huang

Jensen Huang

NVIDIA

  • Fascinated by computers.
  • Helped shape the tech we use for games, science, and more.
Nick Woodman

Nick Woodman

GoPro

  • Surfer who wanted a better camera.
  • Built a new way to capture life's adventures.
Markus Persson

Markus Persson

Minecraft

  • Loved video games and programming.
  • Created blocky worlds that millions of players explore daily.
Sara Blakely

Sara Blakely

Spanx

  • Turned everyday problems into practical products.
  • Showed that problem-solving and a dash of humor can go a long way.
Dharmesh Shah

Dharmesh Shah

HubSpot

  • Passionate about software and community building.
  • Created tools that many businesses use to grow.
Reed Hastings

Reed Hastings

Netflix

  • Frustrated by late fees at the video store.
  • Sparked a new way to enjoy shows and movies at home.

Stay tuned for upcoming book releases on each of these founders. Their paths might look different, but they share a spirit of exploration and grit.

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