Teen Starts Hot Dog Business to Raise Money for Dental School: ‘Lit That Flame of Entrepreneurship’

'I would inspire other people to do the same thing because any 16 year old can start a business.'

Ryan Fouts, 18, with his hot dog stand. He credits his success to the immense support from his family and the Bartlesville community. Courtesy of Ryan Fouts

A teen with a dream of becoming a dentist got ahead of the game at just 16. Forming his very own LLC with his parents’ help, he became the proud proprietor of a popular hot dog stand and is now raising money for medical school.

Ryan Fouts of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, has been running Ryan’s Dawgs for two years. He told The Epoch Times that the venture has taught him his biggest lesson in life so far.