Kou Xiong, a senior at North Senior High School in Maplewood, Minnesota, dedicated towards pursuing a career in both economics/finance and eventually starting his own company in the future. Known for his proactive approach, Kou spends his free time building skills and knowledge that he applies to real-world challenges. Currently, he is taking on the impactful project of enhancing the personal finance curriculum for high schools in Minnesota, aiming to make financial education more accessible and relevant for students across the state