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In life, some ideas refuse to fade away. They live in the corners of our minds, waiting for the right moment to rise again, stronger and more relevant than ever. Youngry is one of those ideas.

Once a passion project fueled by youthful ambition, Youngry started as a blog back in the early 2000s. My fraternity brother, Ravi Kudesia, and I poured our hearts into it, crafting a space for ideas, stories, and conversations that resonated with over 10,000 subscribers—a staggering number for a time when the concept of “blogging” was still in its infancy. It was a spark of something bigger, but like many great ideas, life had other plans. College demands, career aspirations, and the unpredictable nature of growing up led us to put Youngry on the shelf.

From Dorm Room to the Drapers

The spark was reignited in 2014 when I teamed up with my business partner, Ash Kumra. Together, we breathed new life into Youngry, evolving it from a nostalgic passion into a platform with real potential. It pivoted, grew, and broke ground as one of the first Title III equity-crowdfunded companies on Republic, gaining national attention and even earning a spot on Sony TV’s “Meet the Drapers.”

Despite the momentum, the venture faced its share of challenges. After years of fighting to sustain the vision, Youngry ultimately closed its doors. The lessons learned were invaluable, and though the chapter ended, the story never truly felt over.

A New Era: Rebirth as a Disruption Marketing Agency

Fast forward to 2025, and the world is vastly different, but my hunger to build something meaningful has only intensified. Over the last few years, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside an incredible team at AKG Creative, where we’ve built a reputation as a disruption marketing agency—helping brands break through the noise, tell bold stories, and grow in ways they didn’t think possible.

But as we grew, something became clear: AKG Creative needed a name that carried the spirit of who we are and what we stand for. Something that captured not just our creativity, but our relentless drive. And there it was, staring back at me from the past.

Youngry.

Not just a brand. A mindset. Young in spirit. Hungry in ambition.

Our Mission

According to Harvard Business Review, over 95% of businesses fail in their first 18 months. We really hate that statistic with every fiber of our beings. It’s unacceptable that so many dreams are extinguished before they even get the chance to shine.

That’s why we assembled a team of experienced and early-stage entrepreneurs with a common goal: to bring about change. With this collective spirit, we affirm that we are in this journey with you. By connecting those with knowledge and experience to those in need of solutions, we’re here to help you beat the odds as a team.

This mission isn’t just about business—it’s about building a community of creators, innovators, and go-getters who refuse to accept failure as inevitable. Together, we can rewrite the narrative.

Why This Moment Matters

Rebranding isn’t just a fresh coat of paint. It’s an acknowledgment of growth, failure, resilience, and reinvention. For me, this journey—from the dorm room blog with Ravi to the crowdfunding campaigns with Ash, and now to this next chapter with the incredible team we’ve built—has been about honoring the lessons that life and business have taught me.

Youngry is more than a name. It’s a testament to dreaming big, falling hard, getting up, and doing it all over again—this time, smarter, stronger, and hungrier.

What’s Next?

In the coming weeks and months, you’ll see the new Youngry emerge. From fresh branding to bold campaigns, our mission is clear: to help businesses embrace the disruptive energy that fuels growth and innovation. Whether it’s through strategic marketing, storytelling, or creative problem-solving, Youngry is here to help you thrive.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey—those who believed in the blog, supported the equity crowdfunding campaign, or worked with AKG Creative. This isn’t just my story. It’s ours.

Here’s to being Young in spirit and hungry in ambition—together.

Stay tuned. The best is yet to come.