Savannah native creates YEBO initiative to inspire next generation of entrepreneurs

HINESVILLE, Ga. (WTOC) - After walking dogs as a child and starting mobile businesses, 30-year-old Alix Baptiste Jr. will celebrate the grand opening of his first storefront and launch of a youth initiative in Hinesville on Saturday, Nov. 14. Savannah native Alix Baptiste Jr. joined Morning Break to breakdown the YEBO Initiative along with mom Lillian Grant-Baptiste, who will help coordinate the program.YEBO stands for Youth Entrepreneurial Business Opportunities but also means “yes” in Zulu. He explained the program will host business development events and connect young aspiring entrepreneurs with established mentors. Baptiste is opening his first storefront ONTHEGO on Saturday, with a menu featuring smoothies, fruit, juices and more. He said there’s details he wish he knew while pursuing entrepreneurship as a teen. Now at 30 years old, Baptiste wants to set children and teens up for success.The ONTHEGO and YEBO Initiative grand opening will include storytelling, face painting, and f