Florida State University’s Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship recognized seven FSU alumni who are making a name for themselves as entrepreneurs at its 13th annual “7 Under 30” event.
The event, held Wednesday, Nov. 13, at the Jim Moran Building in downtown Tallahassee, spotlighted seven successful FSU alumni entrepreneurs who started their own businesses before the age of 30.
Jim Moran College Dean Susan Fiorito said, “The annual ‘7 Under 30’ speaker series recognizes FSU alumni entrepreneurs who have demonstrated the drive and determination to break barriers and launch successful businesses. “This will provide a special opportunity to celebrate the remarkable achievements of individuals.” Entrepreneurship. “This year’s event will spotlight graduates from five different colleges, including our JMC, Business, Education, Health, Human Sciences, Fine Arts, and Dedman College of Hospitality. It’s about inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs.”
Each of the seven honorees spoke and gave their thoughts on starting and growing their businesses. Their presentations were followed by a question and answer session.
Honorees come from a variety of areas at FSU and have created and innovated in multiple industries.
This year’s 7 Under 30 winners are:
wilson carter
Boca Raton, Florida
Founder and CEO of Clutch
Master of Business Administration (2018)
Tyra Covington
tampa, florida
Founder and CEO of Crowned By Thorns, LLC
Bachelor of Science Business Management (2017)
kennedy joy foristle
Orlando, Florida
Raide Founder and CEO
BSc Commercial Entrepreneurship (2024)
bradford olson
St. Petersburg, Florida
TreeHause Co-Founder
Bachelor of Science Finance and Real Estate (2015)
sarah painter haze
Tallahassee, Florida
Painter Hayes, Co-Founder
Bachelor of Arts Studio Art (2019)
jen simpson
Tallahassee, Florida
Owner, please train your body.
Bachelor of Science Exercise Science (2011)
adam taylor
Tallahassee, Florida
Taylor Financial Founder and CEO
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality (2004)
