A Young Entrepreneur Shares his Resources

Kevin Matthews is an accomplished student, author, and entrepreneur. Ever since he arrived at Hampton University in 2008, his main focus has been to impact the lives of those around him. Matthews, who will be graduating from Hampton University this May, is currently the CEO of BuildingBread, LLC. His business focuses on promoting financial literacy through books, lectures, and literature. Matthews hails from Tulsa, Oklahoma and will begin teaching in Dallas, TX this summer as a member of "Teach For America." In January of this year he published Brick Theory (2012), a book that highlights different measures young men and women can take to build wealth. Matthews' book is on sale for only $.99 at http://www.amazon.com/Brick-Theory-ebook/dp/B006XQC74

"For most of us the point of a college degree was to get out of that cycle, to advance and to live a life of comfort. Somewhere between our dreams and our degrees it became a reality that happiness and high pay do not mix. That does not have to be the case. No matter your situation or income you can build wealth." -Kevin Matthews

I had the pleasure of interviewing the upcoming graduate. He spoke extensively about the need for more young people and minorities to invest in financial literacy. Furthermore, he spoke about using his work to motivate young people to follow their own entrepreneurial spirits.

Q (Wiggins): "What inspired you to become an entrepreneur?"

A (Matthews): "Financial literacy is something that is lacking in the African American community. So, by starting my own company I wanted to be able to give back to the community."

Q (Wiggins): "How did your experience in business effect your work in the classroom."

A (Matthews): "Starting my company has had a huge effect on how I am in the classroom. In some cases, the same coursework that I've studied in finance has effected some work decisions I've made. So it's definitely helped."

Q (Wiggins): "What advice do you have for young people looking to start their own businesses?"

A (Matthews): "DON'T BE AFRAID TO FAIL. Many people are scared to start their own business because they don't want to make mistakes. Mistakes are learning opportunities." 

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