Young people from underestimated, disadvantaged backgrounds are 87% less likely to found their own startup; a huge statistic in a climate where starting a business is already still not something many people seriously consider. Jay Richards, founder of DivInc, was a part of that statistic and saw from the inside how much harder it can be for disadvantaged young people to struggle through starting a business. Like so many of the world’s most successful founders - Richards is the son of migrant parents. In school, he was involved in robbery. At 28, he is the CEO of a social impact business and a Forbes 30 Under 30 social entrepreneur. The reason for this course correction, he says, is his school Business Studies teacher inspiring and guiding his sense of entrepreneurship. Richards’ business is aimed at doing the same for others, to help young people get a headstart in their entrepreneurial journey. In September 2019, DivInc are working with over 78,000 students across the UK.