# @thekansascitystar on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CpvPSb6MmBK
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/18810707-thekansascitystar-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-03-13T17:50:31.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Kansas City Star (@thekansascitystar) — https://gondola.cc/thekansascitystar

## Caption

Avery Johnson wanted to work in the food industry, but he was too young to get a job. So he went into business for himself.

“As far back as I can remember, the thing I have always been most passionate about was cooking,” says Johnson. “When I wasn’t old enough to get a job and wanted to make some money, I started cooking and selling plates.”

Now 16 and a junior at DeLaSalle Education Center, Johnson has capitalized on his culinary skills by creating Dahmillon LLC, getting a jump-start on his dreams.

But like many starting out, Johnson struggled to find outlets to showcase and sell his delectable food. When he heard of the Young, Gifted and Black youth vendor event, he knew it was a perfect opportunity to get his mouth-watering plates in front of new customers, gain some valuable experience and meet fellow young entrepreneurs.

He has dedicated himself to perfecting his soul food menu, and on a recent Saturday, he gave away samples of his Buffalo chicken mac and cheese, as well as cornbread. His customers were pleased.

This second annual event, held at DeLaSalle by villagekcinc, has become a much-needed practice ground for young entrepreneurs to hone their craft in businesses and get used to working with crowds early on in their career. 

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#KansasCity #BlackBusinesses #KCMO #BlackEntrepreneurs #TeenEntrepreneurs #YoungGiftedBlack

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