“Don't Give Up”: One Young Man's Journey from College to Career

Moses Ramos Lino is confident he’s on a path to success. He’s 23 and a sales development representative for LinkedIn. "I'm able to learn a lot from the best talent in the world,” he says,” and I'm excited for what's coming next.” His journey was not always easy.

Moses immigrated to the United States from Honduras when he was 15. His mother, whom he calls “his favorite person in the world” stayed behind and he lived with his aunt and uncle. Entering high school was challenging. He struggled with the language and the culture. But he worked hard both at integrating into his new community and in his classes. It paid off - and then some. Moses got a full scholarship to Wagner College in Staten Island, NY where he graduated with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Economics and Civic Engagement. Read more.