Youth Entrepreneurship Spotlight | Mr. Cory's Cookies

Cory Nieves, now 12, became the owner of Mr. Cory's Cookies at the ripe old age of six. According to his website, Nieves told his mom that he was tired of taking the bus to school and that he wanted to buy a car. It started out as selling hot cocoa in his hometown of Englewood, New Jersey, and spiraled into selling lemonade and cookies to save money for college.

Mr. Cory's Cookies, which come in a variety of different flavors, have no preservatives and are sold through his website. He has also worked with major brands such as Barney's, J. Crew and Pottery Barn. Follow Mr. Cory's Cookies on Facebook.