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At the inaugural Next-Gen Entrepreneur Day hosted by the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce, something remarkable happened. Among dozens of young innovators pitching solutions to real-world challenges, two teen brothers—Chace and Sage Coke—captured the spotlight. Their brainchild, FuturePath AI, was awarded the prestigious Overall Best Business Idea/Potential Award.<figure id="figure-r5whmu4741m8qaidky"><img id="r5whmu4741m8qaidky" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/26DhXJWZLYZDr8AKE4yVSQwqQqTIa8jjFi2Wa8cC5x6dyNWgkGutu8YVL4KOVzrM.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-2xl md:rounded-3xl lg:rounded-4xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/26DhXJWZLYZDr8AKE4yVSQwqQqTIa8jjFi2Wa8cC5x6dyNWgkGutu8YVL4KOVzrM.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>And they didn’t just win—they made a statement.The Problem: A Broken Path from School to Career Every year, millions of students choose colleges, majors, and career paths based on outdated rankings, guesswork, or generic advice. The result?Degrees that don’t match market needs Rising student debt Missed opportunities in fast-growing fields like AI, automation, and clean tech Chace and Sage identified this misalignment early—and decided to do something about it.<figure id="figure-8mrusr1ux4m8qarubj"><img id="8mrusr1ux4m8qarubj" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1ejeFC8mm5XJhMKJ9SfDaQSVtsjxji043mBmHojJovpuABpITdYdwCTXpIFMLvmE.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-2xl md:rounded-3xl lg:rounded-4xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1ejeFC8mm5XJhMKJ9SfDaQSVtsjxji043mBmHojJovpuABpITdYdwCTXpIFMLvmE.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>The Solution: AI-Powered, Future-Proof Career Guidance FuturePath AI is a decision-making platform built to transform how students plan their futures. By combining real-time labor market data, AI-powered insights, and student-specific profiles, the platform aims to guide young people toward smarter, more strategic decisions—academically, financially, and professionally.Their Minimum Viable Product (MVP), powered by GPT technology, already demonstrates how the platform can:Learn a student's unique profile (GPA, goals, interests, and financial status) Recommend best-fit colleges and majors aligned with future job markets Suggest careers with high earning potential and job stability Provide debt-minimizing financial strategies Adapt dynamically as students grow and industries shift Instead of preparing for the world of yesterday, FuturePath AI helps students design for the world of tomorrow.The Origin: From Kitchen Table to Game-Changing Tech The idea began at home—during a family conversation about career uncertainty and the rise of AI. Chace and Sage, already known for their podcast Esports, Metaverse &amp; Beyond, began brainstorming ways to help their peers navigate the AI age.“We realized students are overwhelmed and unprepared for the new economy,” said Sage Coke. “So we built something that could actually help.”“It started as a simple idea, and now it’s growing into a platform that could reshape how students plan their futures,” added Chace Coke.<figure id="figure-aay43vfe3um8qat219"><img id="aay43vfe3um8qat219" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1a6w2AHzA0u5AVorifUgs2689mq1kaAVZ9vUzThQpk16JPo7jzT5ZWaATe1SCA01.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-2xl md:rounded-3xl lg:rounded-4xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1a6w2AHzA0u5AVorifUgs2689mq1kaAVZ9vUzThQpk16JPo7jzT5ZWaATe1SCA01.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>Why This Matters FuturePath AI isn’t just a digital planner—it’s a movement. One built by Gen Z, for Gen Z. At a time when global education systems are struggling to keep up with technological disruption, Chace and Sage are stepping forward with a bold new blueprint. Their award at Next-Gen Entrepreneur Day is more than a trophy—it’s a signal that the next generation isn’t just ready for the future. They’re building it.<figure id="figure-oymhpjbvukm8qbbc7z"><img id="oymhpjbvukm8qbbc7z" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/28GeAOm3RRTcn8rABWuKGZ851EKRJLZq7YietQWyVtqCFpjxOxPaJPvSJSJEgF6U.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-2xl md:rounded-3xl lg:rounded-4xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/28GeAOm3RRTcn8rABWuKGZ851EKRJLZq7YietQWyVtqCFpjxOxPaJPvSJSJEgF6U.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>“This isn’t just a project,” said Shea Richburg, CEO of Future Wise Group. “It’s youth-led innovation with real-world impact. FuturePath AI is powerful because it's being built by the very generation it’s meant to serve.”What’s Next for FuturePath AI The brothers have already launched a prototype GPT-based AI assistant, and interest is growing fast—from educators, technologists, and students alike. With support from Future Wise Group, they’re now preparing to scale:Expanding product development Opening up beta access Forming partnerships with schools and organizations Securing funding and mentorship to bring the full platform to life Join Us in Celebrating the Future We’re proud to support Chace and Sage Coke—two visionary teens proving that innovation doesn’t have an age limit. Their journey reflects the very spirit of Future Wise Group: wisdom-driven innovation for a better future.<figure id="figure-h405ylu9mnm8qbfhbm"><img id="h405ylu9mnm8qbfhbm" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/322XsKn35NBKDE5vXUAguREBJvpL0SWFw7HYND8TwAZarXUlrOdyyMuyWVLOBgm4.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-2xl md:rounded-3xl lg:rounded-4xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/322XsKn35NBKDE5vXUAguREBJvpL0SWFw7HYND8TwAZarXUlrOdyyMuyWVLOBgm4.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>This is just the beginning of what promises to be a generational shift in how students design their lives and careers.

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