Immigrant Innovators: 30 Entrepreneurs Who Made a Difference

by Chagollan, Samantha
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ISBN: 9781950500277
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An inspiring children's biography collection, We Came from Everywhere highlights the stories of 30 immigrant entrepreneurs who have made it big in America. Geared toward readers ages 8-12, the book features people from around the world who played a major role in establishing global companies and products. These entrepreneurs come from 25 countries and have been successful in a wide range of fields, from energy bars (KIND), yogurt (Chobani), and restaurant chains (Panda Express), to dominant industry players like YouTube and Tesla. The book includes full-page illustrated portraits of each entrepreneur as well as colorful infographics throughout.

We Came from Everywhere is a celebration of the immigrant experience - both the triumphs and the challenges - and an important reminder of the strength that comes from a broad and diverse population.

Included, among others, will be:

Daniel Lubetzky, Mexico, Founder of KIND Snacks
Ayah Bdeir, Lebanon, Inventor and founder of littleBits
Mike Krieger, Brazil, Co-founder of Instagram
Andrew and Peggy Cherng, China and Myanmar, Founders of Panda Express
Jen Rubio, Philippines, Co-founder of Away
Robyn Rihanna Fenty, Barbados, Founder of Fenty Beauty
Marcus Samuelsson, Ethiopia, Chef, Restaurateur
Adi Tatarko and Alon Cohen, Israel, Co-founders of Houzz
Jawed Karim and Steve Chen, Germany and Taiwan, Co-founders of YouTube
Shan-Lyn Ma, Singapore and Australia, Founder of Zola
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Author: Chagollan, Samantha
  • ISBN: 9781950500277
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 9.30 x 0.60
  • Number Of Pages: 128
  • Publication Year: 2020

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