A note from Mason (Waymaker Founder)
Hello! Thank you for checking out our success stories page.
Before you continue, please note that Waymaker is a new service. We are currently enrolling a beta-cohort for our 1:1 mentorship program, which you can inquire about here.
To that end, we haven’t been around long enough to have examples of students who have completed our program (yet).
However.
I started Waymaker because I had already mentored 500+ young people.
So here are some of their stories, and what they have to say about working with me.
To learn more about me and why you should trust me to mentor your child, please visit our homepage.
Thank you!
First, let me brag about Jayden. Jayden has a cookie company, and he makes the best chocolate chip cookie I’ve ever tasted.
I was Jayden’s mentor for almost 2 years.
I asked him for a testimonial.
Here’s a transcript of the audio recording his sent me. :)
“As a cookie owner I didn't know the type of research that is included with like the market not to mention how to set up a square account or even just like looking into a website or order tracker order tracking, which is a big one for me that I struggle with Mason in particular has helped me personally and in business wise I would really like to highlight because not a lot of mentors like
really want to do that And you know he's also gone. He also like told me a lot about like Instagram ads, market fairs and you know just a lot of inspiration and ideas that I've gotten from him that I would just love to highlight. He's also a very fantastic host when it comes to it he's very fun to be around. He's very honest and direct which also like that's more about him.
When I first joined this program, I wasn’t sure what to expect or how to approach it. I’ve always been outgoing in my own way, but meeting Mason changed my perspective. He struck me as a straightforward and determined individual, someone I’ve come to admire and respect deeply. As a businessman, Mason inspired me to emulate his drive and ambition, and as a person, he’s earned my utmost respect.
Mason has helped me in countless ways—offering personal advice, organizing my cookie orders, and sharing innovative ideas to guide me toward my goals. He’s taught me valuable life skills that I hold close to my heart. One lesson that stands out is that no matter how great your business is, it won’t succeed if you don’t believe in your mission.
And one last thing I’d like to add is that throughout this program, I’ve come to realize just how grateful I am. I, Jayden from Jayden’s Kookie Kart, truly appreciate the opportunity to share about Mason’s amazing personality, his great sense of humor, and the positive impact he’s had on me. I’m especially thankful that our paths crossed—it’s been a privilege to know him.”
I met Krishna when I was his tour guide at Brown.
He came up to me after our tour.
I went on to become his teacher, mentor, and (I’m lucky to say) his friend.
Originally, I helped him scale his custom calligraphy business, Calligraphy KPS.
But our relationship became much more than that.
Now, Krishna continues to run his business while being a full-time student at Brown.
(He got in!)
Here’s what he has to say…
“I can confidently say that Mason’s mentorship has changed my life. From day one, Mason has gone above and beyond to ensure my business succeeds. He has given me the tools and advice I needed to grow, not just as an entrepreneur, but as a person. I look up to Mason, and I am so fortunate to have found him.”
“I can’t thank Mason enough for his guidance and support throughout the summer and into the start of the school year when I joined Young Entrepreneurs of Providence (YEP). When I first approached him, I was unsure and confused about how to start my business but Mason helped me navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship and gave me the tools to grow. His mentorship expanded my creativity and deepened my understanding of business inside and out, from strategy to marketing. Because of his, I now feel confident and am about to launch my first product, something I couldn’t have imagined when I started. I’m incredibly grateful for his support in turning my vision into reality!”
I worked with Euphemia for about a year, helping her build her Christian clothing brand, Holy Threads.
I wasn’t Elijah’s mentor, as much as his co-founder.
But together, we turned his art into a profitable business.
So it’s worth including.
“Mason is an entrepreneurial genius. He truly knows the ins and outs of the entire process and is superhuman when it comes to organization. His work ethic and planning pushed me to get stuff done during the early months of our start up Hovel. Mason kept an excellent financial record of expenses and profits. He helped handle, sort, and sell inventory at various events and markets.
He assisted with web design and social media management and played a very large role in defining Hovel’s online aesthetic. Anyone would be beyond lucky to have Mason as a creative consultant. He is diligent, extremely driven, and above all, passionate about what he does! The process of working on my small business was actually fun because of how on top of everything Mason is. As a friend and business partner, I strongly endorse Mason’s skills.”
Aaaannnddddd here’s what some of the other incredible people I’ve worked with have said!
“As the founder of Handwoven Youth, a new nonprofit organization, Mason has been an incredible support system. Not only has he provided me with practical strategies for navigating entrepreneurship, but he has also been kind and understanding of my anxieties. Working with him felt personalized and approachable. He has a gift for making complex concepts easy to grasp, instilling in me the confidence to succeed on my own. Beyond that, he has connected me with others that will help me succeed, and he genuinely wants to see me thrive. I wholeheartedly recommend him.”
— Skye Alex Jackson | Founder of Handwoven Youth
“Mason is an amazing counselor. He helped me with a lot, and he is definitely my favorite person I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting and getting to spend time with every year. He is one of the many reasons I keep coming to camp every year (other than the fact that I love the place and the people) and he is an overall amazing person with great advice for people who need it.”
— Jessie | Camper
“I have had the pleasure of working with Mason on a few volunteer projects supporting early-stage entrepreneurs. Mason is quick to offer help, and full of creative ideas. Not only did he offer support to an entrepreneur growing her business on a weekly basis, but he also taught a very successful class on sales to our cohort of early-stage entrepreneurs. He put in a lot of work to make the class his own, and is a seasoned teacher. He kept our entrepreneurs engaged and interested, and they walked away with some really important skills. He has a knack for working with adult learners. I look forward to collaborating with Mason again!”
— Julia K. | Program Director @ EforAll
“I have worked with Mason in a variety of contexts—as his professor, mentor, and supervisor. I have seen Mason succeed in various ways—building multiple businesses and selling one, self-publishing a brilliant book that took guts to write, and a host of other entrepreneurial projects. Mason is a self-starter, with drive, passion, and energy to improve the world through entrepreneurship. His technical skills are beyond impressive for someone his age. He has built a custom CRM and Project Management system for the Nelson Center, solved pressing issues with our WordPress site, and is playing a vital role in migrating our site to a new host. He has facilitated Nelson Center events with professionalism way beyond his years. Among all his talents, one stands out: Mason has the ability to revolutionize organizations from within and to do so with grace and sensitivity. He did this with Young Entrepreneurs Program in several fundamental ways: he added summer programming, changed the curriculum, brought in a larger number of students, among many other accomplishments. Mason is a born change-maker, and any smart organization will leap at the opportunity to engage him to benefit from his expertise, passion, creativity and drive.”
— Danny Warshay | The Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship
“I’m grateful to have Mason as a mentor. He has been instrumental in helping me build confidence and refine best practices as a consultant. Mason combines deep, research-backed knowledge with insightful real-world experience, which makes his guidance both practical and impactful. Even as he launches his own consulting business, he generously shares his expertise and support. His mentorship has already made a meaningful difference in how I approach my work and serve my clients.”
— Josephine | Founder of KE Process Solutions
“Mason has worked as a TA in my entrepreneurship course for the past two semesters and I can confidently say he is exceptional at everything he does. From evaluating ventures to providing business recommendations, Mason consistently demonstrates sharp analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of venture building.
One of Mason’s most impressive strengths is his ability to create and implement systems that enable more efficient and effective work. Whether it is refining course procedures, improving feedback processes, or supporting student teams, he brings an amazing level of structure and
clarity. Additionally, his ability to quickly assess ventures and provide actionable advice is outstanding.
Mason is also incredibly fast, thorough, and thoughtful in his work. He communicates clearly, is easy to work with, and brings a positive, results-oriented mindset to every challenge. Any entrepreneur or small business owner looking to build smarter, more efficient systems for growth would be lucky to work with him.
I highly recommend Mason—he’s a rare combination of strategic thinker, problem solver, and all-around great person.”
— Abbie Kohler | Founder and Brown Professor
“I have known Mason for four years. I met him at church camp, where he was a counselor. Over those four years, he has become so much more than just a mentor to me — he’s made a huge impact on my life.
Mason is the wisest person I have ever met. He’s an incredible listener, and, always knows exactly what to say. He is empathetic and never judgmental. Mason has stood by me through some of the hardest moments of my life, always being the calm in the storm. He’s also one of the easiest people to talk to. No matter what I’m going through, he makes me feel loved, seen, heard, and validated. And beyond his wisdom, he’s genuinely the funniest person I’ve ever met — he never fails to make me laugh.
I’ve never connected with a counselor or mentor the way I’ve connected with Mason. To me, he’s a role model, a friend, and someone I can always turn to — whether I need advice, a laugh, or just a simple conversation. Even though he’s thousands of miles away (except for the one week I get to see him at camp), he always feels close. I pray that Mason’s words of wisdom continue to reach others who need them, just as they have reached me. He is someone I will look up to for my entire life, and truly the best counselor and mentor I could have ever asked for.”
— Peyton | Camper :)