Alex Owens
Be Loud Studios
New Orleans, LA USA
"Knowing yourself is way more important than knowing a specific skill."
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Alex's work combines: Education, Entrepreneurship, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Advice for getting started
Starting out as an entrepreneur, you really need to be focused on your five-year plan. Think about where you want your business to be in five years and then plan out the small steps it'll take to get there. This is important because without that focused plan, you'll burn out. A lot of people will get discouraged because you're not going to be getting a paycheck in those early months. Starting a business takes a lot of time, effort, and perseverance.
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
History
Boston University
Graduate Degree
Education
High Tech High Graduate School of Education
Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
I started teaching at my old high school—I walked to school every day, learned humility, and built relationships with inspiring educators.
2.
While volunteering in New Orleans, I helped rebuild homes after Hurricane Katrina and discovered the power of hands-on learning and community connection.
3.
I transitioned to a nonprofit, leading teams of volunteers and realizing how meaningful project-based, real-world education could be.
4.
I pursued my master’s degree at High Tech High, immersing myself in project-based learning and shaping my vision for the future of education.
5.
In a makerspace, I taught kids creativity through robotics, circuits, and hands-on projects, sparking joy and curiosity in learning.
6.
I co-founded Be Loud to amplify children’s confidence and create spaces where their voices and creativity could thrive.
7.
Starting with a summer camp, Be Loud grew into a movement with community programs focused on mentorship and self-expression.
8.
Over time, I learned to prioritize sustainability by evolving from hustling solo to building partnerships and mentoring a team that shares my vision.
