Publisher's Synopsis
An inspiring children's biography collection, Immigrant Innovators highlights the stories of 30 immigrant entrepreneurs who have made it big in America.
Geared toward readers ages 8-12, the book features people from around the world who played a major role in establishing global companies and products. These entrepreneurs come from more than 25 countries and have been successful in a wide range of fields, from energy bars (KIND), yogurt (Chobani), and restaurant chains (Panda Express), to dominant industry players like YouTube and Tesla. The book includes full-page illustrated portraits of each entrepreneur as well as colorful infographics throughout.
Immigrant Innovators is a celebration of the immigrant experience-both the triumphs and the challenges-and an important reminder of the strength that comes from a broad and diverse population.
Included, among others, are:
- Ayah Bdeir, Lebanon, littleBits
- Rihanna, Barbados, Fenty Beauty
- Marcus Samuelsson, Ethiopia, Chef
- Hamdi Ulukaya, Turkey, Chobani
- Max Levchin, Ukraine, PayPal
- Mike Krieger, Brazil, Instagram
- Daniel Lubetzky, Mexico, KIND Snacks
- Adi Tatarko and Alon Cohen, Israel, Houzz
- Luis von Ahn, Guatemala, Duolingo
- Pierre Omidyar, France, eBay
- Laura Behrens Wu, Germany, Shippo
- José Andrés, Spain, Founder of World Central Kitchen
Also includes infographics like:
- Pioneering Entrepreneurs
- Kids of Immigrants
- Immigrant Entrepreneurs: By the Numbers
- What Kind of Entrepreneur Are You?
