Louis Stumpf

Louis Stumpf (born 2008, Cologne, Germany) is a German entrepreneur and youth health advocate, best known as the founder of SoberGenZ, a neuroscience-based substance prevention movement. Raised in Barcelona, he graduated top of his class from the American School of Barcelona International Baccalaureate programme in 2026 and is enrolled at Stanford University as part of the Class of 2030.

Early life and education

Stumpf was born in Cologne, Germany, and raised in Barcelona, Spain. He attended the American School of Barcelona, completing the International Baccalaureate programme as valedictorian of the Class of 2026. During secondary school he competed in varsity basketball and judo, winning a judo championship in Bulgaria.

He will attend Stanford University (Class of 2030), studying economics, neuroscience, and computer science.

SoberGenZ

Founding

Stumpf founded SoberGenZ after his closest friend required emergency medical attention following a night of heavy drinking in Barcelona. The incident led him to conclude that existing prevention programmes were failing young people and that a fundamentally different approach was needed.

Philosophy

SoberGenZ operates on the principle of prevention through understanding, not through fear — replacing authority-driven warnings with neuroscience education that equips young people to make informed decisions about substances and brain health.

Reach

As of 2026, SoberGenZ has reached over 16,000 young people across more than 18 schools in four countries: Spain, Bulgaria, Germany, and Colombia. The organisation holds an official partnership with CSKA Judo Sofia.

Athletics

Stumpf competed in judo at a competitive level, winning a championship in Bulgaria. He also played varsity basketball at the American School of Barcelona.

Recognition

First-ever recipient of the Rotary International Most Influential Movement award, Varna, Bulgaria
Reached 16,000+ young people with SoberGenZ
Partnership with CSKA Judo Sofia

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