Coming Out & Creating Change: An 18-Year-Old Entrepreneur’s Journey of Fashion, Identity, and Growth

In this uplifting episode of The Skittle Squad Podcast, we sit down with Byron Simon, an 18-year-old entrepreneur, author, and creative force behind Suddenly Simon Apparel and Edward by Simon Cosmetics. The trio dives into Byron’s powerful coming out story, his early start in business, and how personal trauma and resilience shaped his path.From surviving a house fire to launching two brands before turning twenty, Byron opens up about creativity as healing, the challenges of being young in the business world, and the role of community support in helping him thrive. The conversation is a heartfelt blend of motivation, fashion, and authenticity — reminding listeners that age is just a number when passion leads the way.