This article originally appeared on Medium and was written by Amine Rahal.
What’s your name, company name, and title?
Kenneth Fomunung, Founder and CEO, Enrich My Brand.
Which country did you emigrate from?
Cameroon
What was the most difficult thing you faced when you arrived?
Well, I had culture shock coming from a small, third world country to the vast United States with its variety of at once integrated and segregated cultures. I had to adjust in many ways, none more initially challenging than being understood by my new peers in school due to a then heavy accent.
Why did you choose to become an entrepreneur? (c.f. What triggered you?).
Two words: my parents. Both my parents but particularly my mother, have always had a knack for entrepreneurship — growing up, I would witness her pursue one venture after another even while maintaining gainful employment. I suppose you could say I inherited that same zeal for business. However, beyond that parental influence, I have come to believe in the pursuit of happiness as only time and financial freedom can deliver us, hence my decision to become a successful entrepreneur in my own right. Most importantly, I want to make more than just a living, I want to make a difference, and being an entrepreneur is one great way to accomplish that longstanding personal goal
