Forbes just published its eighth annual Under 30 Europe list. The exclusive list honors the outstanding achievements of young founders, leaders, and entrepreneurs in Europe who are making an impact and driving change.
Forbes’ eighth annual Under 30 Europe list features an extraordinary group of young founders, leaders, and entrepreneurs who have raised more than $3 billion to reshape Europe and beyond. Jordan Oguntayo, a 14-year-old Nigerian-British model and the youngest person on the list, is one of these outstanding individuals.
Oguntayo, who is only 14 years old, is already making waves in the modeling industry as one of the most successful child models in the world.
The Nigerian-British model has accomplished more in his short career than most people do in a lifetime, and he has now been named one of Forbes Under 30 Europe honorees.
His is a story of determination and hard work. He began his modeling career at the age of seven when he shot for fashion powerhouse Burberry.
Since then, he’s collaborated with fashion’s biggest names, including Dior, Calvin Klein, Moncler, Tommy Hilfiger, and Primark. He’s even walked the runway at London Fashion Week and has been a fixture in Zara’s campaign for the past three years.
Oguntayo is distinguished not only by his impressive resume.
He has also become an inspiration to children of color all over the world, demonstrating that anything is possible with hard work and determination.
Despite obstacles, he continues to work toward his ultimate goal of becoming the most-booked child model in the world.
Jordan Oguntayo’s definition of success
Oguntayo, a young Nigerian-British model, has an unrivaled work ethic.
He’s done over 300 shoots all over the world, including Germany, Hungary, and Amsterdam, and he’s been to Spain over 20 times for work with Zara.
His dedication and passion for modeling have led to him accomplishing more in a few short years than many people do in their entire careers.
However, Oguntayo’s success is not solely due to his own accomplishments. As a young Black model, he inspires children of color to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals. He wants children all over the world to understand that anything is possible with hard work and dedication.
His success is a testament to the power of passion and perseverance, as he strives to become the most-booked child model in the world.
He is already a role model for many young people around the world at the age of 14, and his future looks brighter than ever.