‘Houston Life’ celebrates young entrepreneurs taking part in the John Moore Junior Innovators program See the eight finalists who competed to win cash prizes The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies.
HOUSTON – Houston’s filled with young, bright minds, and even business owners who aren’t even old enough yet to drive.
Committed to supporting the community, John Moore Services has launched an inspiring initiative, encouraging local youth to present their business and product ideas through the John Moore Junior Innovators Program.
The “Houston Life” crew collaborated with John Moore Services to spotlight these young visionaries.
Watch the full program in the video player above
Throughout the process, the young entrepreneurs submitted their ideas for a chance to compete and receive invaluable mentorship from prominent business leaders.
The eight chosen finalists then presented their ideas in front of an esteemed panel of judges:
Don Valentine, president and CEO of John Moore Services and one of the creators of this entrepreneurial program
Johnny Carrabba, founder of The Original Carrabba’s
Stephen Ives, president & CEO of the YMCA of Greater Houston
Meredith Jurica, owner of Makeup Junkie Bags
Watch the one-hour special edition of “Houston Life” and witness the next generation of business leaders competing for a grand prize of $5,000!
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