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'''Courtney Jordan''' (born May 18, 1988) is an American billionaire entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. He is best known for founding the | '''Courtney Jordan''' (born May 18, 1988) is an American billionaire entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. He is best known for founding the Neyius,<ref>About Us - Neyius</ref> a multinational conglomerate with investments in media, technology, hospitality, and renewable energy. He also leads the Courtney Jordan Foundation (CJF),<ref>courtneyjordanfoundation.org</ref> a global non-profit focused on economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, and environmental conservation. <ref>https://www.outdoorproject.com/users/restoring-natures-beauty-call-action-trail-preservation</ref> | ||
== Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
Courtney Jordan was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. His entrepreneurial journey began at the age of 8 with a neighborhood gumball vending machine business. | Courtney Jordan was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. His entrepreneurial journey began at the age of 8 with a neighborhood gumball vending machine business.<ref>Who is Courtney Jordan | Courtney Jordan</ref> .He later attended North Carolina Central University (NCCU), During his time there he would found the student run television network called eagle eye news, and cause a stir during the 2008 election by supporting the McCain Palin Ticket over the Obama Biden campaign.<ref>campusecho.com | ||
</ref> He also credits his success to the mentorship of Dr. Maria Lumpkin and Chancellor Charlie Nelms.<ref>https://www.modernmogul.co.uk/2018/12/2018-mogul-of-year-courtney-jordan.html</ref> | |||
Despite facing challenges such as a learning disability and significant family losses, including the deaths of his father and sister, Jordan remained dedicated to his entrepreneurial ambitions.<ref>https://courthology.com/who-is-courtney-jordan/</ref> | Despite facing challenges such as a learning disability and significant family losses, including the deaths of his father and sister, Jordan remained dedicated to his entrepreneurial ambitions.<ref>https://courthology.com/who-is-courtney-jordan/</ref> | ||
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In 2018, he acquired and rebranded '''The Odyssey Channel''', which later became part of his media company '''Scenester'''. <ref>https://www.outlookindia.com/outlook-spotlight/meet-entrepreneur-courtney-jordan-a-billionaire-after-stock-exchange-news-183600</ref> | In 2018, he acquired and rebranded '''The Odyssey Channel''', which later became part of his media company '''Scenester'''. <ref>https://www.outlookindia.com/outlook-spotlight/meet-entrepreneur-courtney-jordan-a-billionaire-after-stock-exchange-news-183600</ref> | ||
=== Neyius Corporation & Global Expansion ( | === Neyius Corporation & Global Expansion (2018–Present) === | ||
In 2020, Jordan transformed his private equity firm | In 2020, Jordan transformed his private equity firm Venture Beyond Capital into the Neyius Corporation, expanding into: | ||
* '''Neyius Connect''' – A networking service for businesses and governments. | * '''Neyius Connect''' – A networking service for businesses and governments. | ||
* '''Neyius Media''' – A media conglomerate with holdings in television, music catalogs, and digital platforms.<ref>https://thesource.com/2024/11/18/preston-blake-jordan-carving-his-own-lane/</ref> | * '''Neyius Media''' – A media conglomerate with holdings in television, music catalogs, and digital platforms.<ref>https://thesource.com/2024/11/18/preston-blake-jordan-carving-his-own-lane/</ref> | ||
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=== Media and Investigative Journalism === | === Media and Investigative Journalism === | ||
In 2022, Jordan | In 2022, Jordan finically backed the investigative newspaper Chatham Weekly, which assembled a team of renowned journalists: | ||
* '''Rachel Schuster''' (co-founder of USA Today) | * '''Rachel Schuster''' (co-founder of USA Today) | ||
* '''Stuart Lawrence''' (former Huffington Post contributor) | * '''Stuart Lawrence''' (former Huffington Post contributor) | ||
* '''Elizabeth Keegan''' (New York Times investigative journalist) | * '''Elizabeth Keegan''' (New York Times investigative journalist) | ||
He also created the podcast | He also created the podcast Chatham Discussions, which explores issues of systemic racism and economic disparity in Chatham County, North Carolina. <ref>https://www.instagram.com/prosperitynorthcarolina/reel/C1miJ3HATV7/</ref> | ||
== Philanthropy and Global Economic Development == | == Philanthropy and Global Economic Development == | ||
=== Courtney Jordan Foundation (CJF) & Global Outreach === | === Courtney Jordan Foundation (CJF) & Global Outreach === | ||
Founded in 2011, the | Founded in 2011, the Courtney Jordan Foundation (CJF) focuses on: | ||
* Poverty reduction | * Poverty reduction | ||
* Entrepreneurship development in emerging markets | * Entrepreneurship development in emerging markets | ||
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* Technology and education access in rural areas | * Technology and education access in rural areas | ||
=== | === StartUP Durham & Durham Youth Alliance Programs === | ||
Jordan’s foundation also launched | Jordan’s foundation also launched StartUp Durham, a business training program for underserved communities. | ||
From 2010 to 2016, he hosted DYA Summer Camps, offering: | From 2010 to 2016, he hosted DYA Summer Camps, offering: | ||
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=== Children === | === Children === | ||
Jordan is the father of Preston Demetrius Blake-Jordan, born in 2008 | Jordan is the father of Preston Demetrius Blake-Jordan, born in 2008.<ref>https://thesource.com/2024/11/18/preston-blake-jordan-carving-his-own-lane/</ref> | ||
=== Real Estate Holdings === | === Real Estate Holdings === | ||
Jordan owns several luxury properties, including: | Jordan owns several luxury properties, including: | ||