15 American Twentysomethings Leaving a Global Impact

Join us as we take a look at 15 American twentysomethings that are well on their way to leaving a lasting impact on current and future generations.

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It’s the dream of every young American to better the world around them. They work tirelessly to help injured or disabled people, bring education to others in countries where it is not easily accessible, and stand by their convictions. When people are bitter towards the young, calling them naïve, many stand up and not only disagree, but they give proof that they’re worthy of changing the world. So in honor of them, here are 15 American twentysomethings that are well on their way to leaving a lasting impact on current and future generations.

John Bissell, 28, Co-Founder, Micromidas

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Eden Full, 21, Founder, SunSaluter

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Isaac Holeman (27), Josh Nesbit (26), and Nadim Mahmud (28), Co-Founders, Medic Mobile

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Paige Cramer, 29, Associate Principal Scientist, Merck Sharp & Dohme

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Ryan Coogler, 27, Writer/Director

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Jacob DeWitte, 28, Founder, UPower

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Chase Adam, 27, Founder, Watsi

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Nic Borg, 27, Co-Founder, Edmodo

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Julie Carney, 27, Co-Founder, Gardens for Health

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Amanda Spann (26) and Kat Calvin (29), CMO and CEO, Blerdology

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Mark Arnoldy, 27, Executive Director, Nyaya Health

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Ryan Farris, 29, Engineering Manager, Parker Hannifin

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