Empowering Young Creatives: Guest Speaking at the B.O.S.S. Program | Influx Community Cares Foundation

This week, I had the incredible opportunity to speak with the young men of the B.O.S.S. Program, hosted by Influx Community Cares Foundation. The B.O.S.S. (Building Opportunities for Student Success) program is a mentorship initiative that provides middle school, high school, and college-aged males with the guidance, training, and mentorship they need to grow into strong leaders.

As the CEO of DRMR Creative, I spend my days helping businesses build strong brands—but this time, I got to do something even more meaningful: inspire the next generation of creatives and entrepreneurs.

Talking Creativity and the Power of Branding

When I walked into the room, I could immediately feel the energy and curiosity of these young men. They were eager to learn, and I was excited to share my journey as a branding expert and creative entrepreneur.

I spoke about how creativity is more than just making things look good—it’s about solving problems, building businesses, and standing out in a crowded world. I wanted them to see that branding is a powerful tool, not just for companies, but for themselves as future professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders.

Hands-On Learning: Creating Logos with Purpose

One of the best parts of the session was our interactive logo design workshop. Instead of just talking about branding, I wanted them to experience it firsthand.

I challenged them to think about their own interests and passions—what excites them, what drives them, and what kind of businesses they could see themselves creating. From there, I walked them through the basics of logo design, showing them how colors, fonts, and symbols can represent a brand’s identity.

Seeing them bring their ideas to life was inspiring. Some designed logos for sports brands, others for tech companies, and a few even created concepts for personal businesses they dream of starting one day. Their creativity and enthusiasm were incredible.

Why This Matters

The B.O.S.S. Program is doing something truly special by giving these young men access to mentors, resources, and opportunities they might not otherwise have. Exposure to creative careers like branding, marketing, and design can open doors they never knew existed.

For me, this experience was a reminder of why I love what I do. Helping businesses build their brands is amazing, but helping young people see their potential and find their creative voice? That’s even better.

A Huge Thank You

I want to thank Influx Community Cares Foundation for inviting me to be part of this program. To the young men of B.O.S.S.—keep dreaming, keep creating, and never stop believing in your ability to build something great.

And if you ever need help bringing those future brands to life, DRMR Creative will be here, ready to support you every step of the way.