Sep 22, 2023
In this episode of 'The More We Know Community Show: Conversations Cultivating Change,' we embark on an extraordinary life journey characterized by resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. Our guest, Leonard Wright, Owner & CEO of INPAX Shipping Solutions Inc., guides us through the compelling chapters of his life – from enduring unimaginable poverty to thriving as a triumphant business leader.
Hailing from the poverty-stricken rural landscape of Leesburg, Georgia, during the segregated 1960s, Leonard's entrepreneurial spirit ignited at an early age. Despite financial hardships and being raised by a single mother, he exhibited entrepreneurial traits as a child – from peddling snacks to pioneering a sports section in his local newspaper.
Leonard excelled as an athletic prodigy in college, particularly in football and basketball. However, a career-ending injury altered his course, leading to involvement with drugs. Yet, amidst these challenges, he secured a job at a software duplication company. It was here that he noticed significant expenses in couriers and freight services, igniting the spark for his own courier business, which later evolved into INPAX Shipping Solutions Inc.
Nevertheless, Leonard's journey encountered a drastic twist when his involvement with drugs led to incarceration. Undeterred, he emerged from prison with a renewed commitment to sobriety and an unwavering determination to rebuild his life.
Join us as we explore how Leonard surmounted adversity, reshaped his destiny, and laid the foundation for INPAX Shipping Solutions Inc. His story serves as a testament to the formidable force of determination, reminding us that success remains attainable, even in the face of formidable challenges.