Remember the name Will Jezek, because he’ll likely be famous one day. At the young age of 19, Will has already founded two companies and made an enormous impact through his charity work. His achievements are an inspiration to the rest of us who barely know what we want to do in life! Besides being passionate about what he does, Will is friendly, enthusiastic, and funny. This kid is making a positive impact on the world, and you should get to know him.
Name: Will Jezek
Year: Freshman
Major: Entrepreneurial Management
Hometown: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Relationship Status: In a Relationship
Campus Involvement: Frog Aides, KLIFE
Q: What’s your favorite thing about TCU?
A: “The campus involvement at TCU is extraordinary. One of the primary reasons I decided to select TCU was due to the ability to get involved in so many ways. I have really enjoyed my time so far as a member in Frog Aides, and KLIFE has completely changed my life. I love how everyone has the chance to get involved, it’s fantastic.”
Q: What do you do in your spare time?
A: “In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with my friends, going on long road trips listening to country music, adventuring around Fort Worth, watching Netflix and eating good food.”
Q: What’s something not many people know about you?
A: “I founded two companies while I was in high school. The first company, Wear Water, I began when I was a sophomore. My high school required the men to wear a bow-tie or tie every day to school. After discovering the company Charity: Water, I became very passionate about creating a fundraiser to sponsor the company’s mission. That mission is to provide clean, drinking water to villagers living in developing countries. I collaborated with Vineyard Vines to design a bow-tie that I ultimately sold to students at my high school, friends and family in my hometown, and eventually to customers online throughout the nation. All of the profits made from the bow-tie went directly to Charity: Water. After raising $4,000 for Charity: Water, I am now funding the building of a new well in the Sahel Region of Africa. I also began the company jezekphoto, out of my love for photography. Through jezekphoto, I work with local businesses in my hometown, take senior portraits for clients, photograph weddings, and more. You can view my site at www.jezekphoto.com. If you would like to learn more about Charity: Water, please visit: www.charitywater.org.”
Q: What are your plans for the future?
A: “I hope to start another company in the future that associates itself with men’s clothing. I envision myself living an adventurous life, managing my company, and changing our world for the better. I hope to establish a way to give back to the communities around me, and worldwide, within this company.”
Q: If you could have dinner with any celebrity, who would you pick?
A: “I would really enjoy having dinner with Kevin Systrom, the founder of Instagram. It would be great to get his advice and learn from him regarding starting a new company. I believe he would give me great insight into learning how to be a better entrepreneur.”
Photo source: Will Jezek