Sophia Strother, a 43-year-old entrepreneur from Austin, Texas, has turned a $10,000 investment into a thriving business.
In a 2023 article in Insider Business, she disclosed that her company, L2E Industries, operates 38 vans and generates over $3 million annually by delivering packages for Amazon.
Strother, a survivor of sex trafficking and a single mother at 15, overcame significant hardships to become a multimillion-dollar business owner.
In 2018, after reading about Amazon’s need for small business partners, Strother decided to take a chance and apply.
Although her initial application was delayed, she eventually secured a partnership in 2020.
Today, her company employs nearly 80 people and has delivered over 4 million packages in Central Texas.
Despite setbacks, including a devastating winter storm in 2021, Strother remained resilient.
Her leadership and commitment to employee well-being have helped her navigate challenges and grow her business.
Strother’s passion for supporting her community drives her mission to create a positive work environment and expand opportunities for others.
