Joseph Semprevivo

[6][7] He is also a regular op-ed columnist and his writings have appeared in the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Examiner.

[13] Before he was born, Semprevivo's father nearly lost his arm in a printing press machine accident, which disabled him and impoverished the family.

This disease eventually inspired him to launch Joseph's Lite Cookies.

[3][14] At age 17, Semprevivo was presented the American Success Award by President George H.W.

[22] On top of his cookie business, Semprevivo is also a professor of finance, real estate, and insurance[23] at Indian River State College.