Camden Francis and his younger brother Colton founded Beyond the Crisis, a nonprofit organization, in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite their young ages, they aimed to tackle food insecurity by distributing food and resources to housing communities and homeless shelters. Since its inception, Beyond the Crisis has distributed over $100,000 worth of food items. Camden's family background in charity work inspired the creation of the organization. The brothers faced challenges in gaining legitimacy and support, but their persistence and community involvement have helped them establish a significant presence.

Rob Jarmyn, CEO of The BLAQ Group, leads an Australian skincare company specializing in detoxifying beauty solutions. BLAQ, founded in 2016 by Ryan Channing, aims to offer clean, fun, and effective skincare products while supporting positive change through The Trevor Project. Despite Channing's passing in May 2022, Jarmyn continues to honor his vision and commitment to delivering quality skincare.

Samrudha Salvi is the founder of BuildFBA, an Amazon e-commerce business specializing in sports and outdoor products, particularly catering to biking enthusiasts. The company began during the COVID-19 pandemic with an initial investment of $5,000 and has grown to achieve over $1 million in sales within two years. BuildFBA focuses on offering unique, high-quality products that command higher prices in the market. Despite challenges during the pandemic, the company has seen consistent growth, largely driven by Amazon sales and strategic marketing efforts.

Carly Kay, founder of Blue Sky Coaching, transitioned from a corporate career to start her own coaching business during the Covid-19 pandemic. Blue Sky Coaching, established in March 2020, leverages the shift to online services to reach clients from the comfort of their homes. Carly's journey from a corporate role in project management and human resources to becoming an internationally certified coach was fueled by personal challenges and a desire for professional growth. The pandemic, rather than being a setback, provided a unique opportunity for Carly to build her business and serve clients effectively through virtual coaching.

Godson Michel, founder of Blue Surge Marketing Agency, started a successful marketing and website design firm in Long Island, NY. Specializing in digital marketing, intelligent website design, and consulting, Blue Surge focuses on e-commerce and nonprofit organizations. It has become a highly sought-after Black-owned agency, recognized for its cultural competency and outstanding service.

Beam Analytics, co-founded by JR and Leng Lee, is a GDPR-compliant alternative to Google Analytics, offering essential web analytics and additional features like funnel analysis and cohort retention. The company launched in January 2023 and has grown its user base through strategic efforts, focusing on affordability and compliance. Despite challenges, Beam continues to expand, aiming for steady growth and long-term success.

Christine Laureano, founder of Ba6 Marketing, transitioned from a successful career as a natural skincare product maker to becoming a marketing strategist and conversion copywriter for product-based businesses. She discovered that many product makers disliked marketing, so she pivoted her focus to help them with their marketing needs, leveraging her extensive experience in the industry.

Eddie Castillo co-founded Altered State Productions, a digital marketing agency offering a wide array of services such as branding, video production, and digital marketing. The agency, generating $80K monthly, focuses on creating engaging brand media for B2B and B2C clients across the United States. With notable clients like Samsung and New York Style Fashion Week, Altered State Productions has established itself as a creative leader in the marketing industry, driven by Eddie's childhood fascination with media and a desire to streamline marketing services for businesses.

Niki Kravchuk, an indie founder from Kyiv, Ukraine, created AirTrack, a Telegram chatbot designed to track and notify users about flight price changes. Launched in November 2017, AirTrack has achieved significant success with over 1 million users and a monthly revenue of $7,000. The bot's growth has been fueled by its practical solution to a common problem and effective use of media and word-of-mouth promotion.

Ida Jakobson started The Mallorcan, a local media brand centered around Mallorca, Spain. The core business is a weekly email newsletter that generates around $2,449 per month from sponsorships and advertising. Ida initially launched the business to build a community in her new home and used her background in marketing to kickstart the project with minimal investment.

Eva Maganja and her partner Urban Bradesko co-founded a:musé, a luxury candle company in Slovenia. They use locally sourced beeswax and soy wax, ensuring sustainability and eco-friendliness. Their dedication to quality and aesthetics has led to monthly earnings of $8,000. They aim to combine art and sustainability, creating a unique sensory experience with every candle.

Ashkar Gomez is the Founder and CEO of 7 Eagles, a growth marketing agency that achieved $100,000 in revenue in 2022. The agency specializes in SEO and growth marketing, helping brands achieve maximum ROI. Over the years, 7 Eagles has expanded to a team of 25 experts, planning to open global offices by 2023.