FyeBye, through its publication, organized events, and internet platform helps its young audience become more competitive, successful, and satisfied in a globalizing workforce. A vibrant and youth driven company, our initiatives cultivate their entrepreneurial spirit, personal development, and assist students in realizing opportunities in various industries. An Indiana incorporated company; FyeBye’s corporate headquarters is located at 6700 Broadway, Merrillville, Indiana.
Vision Our 22nd Century vision is for students to become better decision-makers that will allow them to improve the quality of life for themselves and their families. The FyeBye™ Brand energizes students to become self-directed leaders who take responsibility for their financial and occupational futures by providing resources and tools. Through these resources, students now have the opportunities to become successful.
Mission FyeBye™ has a commitment to be a platform to students who represent leadership and the entrepreneurial spirit in their community. These students can both give confidence and be role models to other students. Through its innovative methods and content, FyeBye™ will be a vessel to empower students to utilize entrepreneurship as an alternative method to achieve their aspirations. FyeBye™ will consistently encourage interaction among students as professionals and resources to one another in its endeavors.
History Founded in 2004, the FyeBye brand was founded by Brandon L. Griffin. Then a website, FyeBye began as a resource for students interested in entrepreneurship and showcased young entrepreneurs. FyeBye Magazine was launched in 2006, and upon its one year anniversary distributed 10,000 copies to high schools around the United States.
In 2006, FyeBye Magazine was launched with support from Wendy’s International, and Comcast. Exclusive articles for this issue included ones from successful young entrepreneur Michael Simmons, best-selling author/television personality – Troy Dunn, and Vice President of Junior Achievement Worldwide Product Development – John Box, PhD.
In 2007, the magazine for student leaders and young entrepreneurs celebrated its one year anniversary with 10,000 copies in print, achieved with advertising support from the following organizations: McKelvey Foundation founded by the late Andy McKelvey (founding CEO of Monster.com) and casino/ hotel mogul Don H. Barden on behalf of the Barden Gary Foundation.
FyeBye partnered with the United States Marine Corps and Purdue University Calumet’s Center for Entrepreneurship Success to organize its first student leadership event, the FyeBye Boss Summit, in 2009. The event was also supported by Buffalo Wild Wings, Stardust Bowl, Harris Bank, A C N, Junior Achievement, and BusINess Magazine (The Times Media company).
