Check Out Wesley Gordon’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Wesley Gordon.

Hi Wesley, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Wesley Gordon
On September 13, 2007, I entered the world unaware of the challenges that would shape my character. My early years were defined by a physically and mentally abusive environment, leaving deep scars until my father was finally removed from our home. When another man stepped in, he initially seemed promising, but ultimately proved to be an uninspiring and negative influence on a young boy who was already struggling with his own actions and emotions. These circumstances bred destructive habits and hindered my growth. The profound effects of my upbringing influenced my performance and behavior all the way until ninth grade. But that year marked a turning point. I, Wesley Gordon—once known for anger and behavioral issues—discovered a life-changing truth: a secret that is always within reach, yet often overlooked because society discourages us from grasping it.
The secret, you may ask? It’s three simple steps: create opportunities, surround yourself with the right people, and fix your mindset. You may say you’re not successful yet, or not even on the road to success, because you “haven’t had the opportunity.” That’s one of the most common excuses today. The truth is that 99% of the time you will never be handed an amazing opportunity on a silver platter—you have to create it yourself. One of the opportunities I created sparked my entire business. I had a family friend with party equipment that he never used, so I approached him with a proposal to let me rent it out. Long story short, he agreed. From there, I continued trying again and again to create opportunities wherever I could, eventually working with some very exclusive venues through that business. I also called and reached out to more than 60 places, trying to earn my first job. I eventually landed a sales and marketing position at just 17 years old. It was an incredible opportunity that allowed me to grow my skills and helped shape where I am today. I drove over an hour away every day for two weeks just for training—without even knowing if I would get the job. That’s something most 17-year-olds would never do. When I create an opportunity, God knows I’m going to take it.
Let’s pause for a moment and look at the achievement column of my life: a three-sport varsity athlete, three varsity choirs plus leadership roles to balance, a 4.0 GPA, straight A and B averages, TMEA All-State Academic recognition, and 2nd Team All-State Academic for football, just to name a few. Do I enjoy the academic side of school? Not particularly. I do it because I refuse to grow up uneducated, and that mindset has pushed me throughout my entire high school career. You might think that’s a lot—being involved in school, work, and running my own business. So how do I find the time? I surround myself with the right people. After ninth grade, I stopped hanging out with most high school students. After eleventh grade, I limited that even more. This single decision saved me countless hours that would have been wasted on people who couldn’t benefit my growth. You are who you surround yourself with. Don’t surround yourself with just “friends”—surround yourself with mentors. Spend time with people you wouldn’t mind becoming like someday.
The final step is fixing your mindset. If you think you can’t, then you can’t—you’re defeated before you even begin. It’s not you versus the world. Who cares what others think? Only you can change you. Be the successful person you’ve always wanted to be. Create that opportunity, take that risk, and make your wildest dreams become your most realistic ones.
I will graduate from high school on May 22, 2026. At the time of writing this, I am 18 years old and the proud owner of DFW’s newest one-stop party shop, Gordon’s Event Co.—just one of the many businesses and success journeys I plan to create in my life. No matter how many failures I face, I know I am made for more. You are made for more. We are all made for more. No matter what you do in this world—rich or poor, black or white, big or small—do it with love, and never even think about quitting. Follow these three steps and, just like a young boy who once seemed destined for a dull future, a candle will be lit. The more effort you give, the more you believe, the brighter that fire will burn. I give all my glory to God. He lit my candle and helped turn it into a bonfire. Whether it’s religion, ideas, or simply the powerful effects of love, find a way to light your candle—and try to light someone else’s along the way.
Love me or hate me, Wesley Matthew Gordon

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
No, it has been full of mental and physical challenges. Yet, mindset is everything and once I learned that it became easy.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
What really separates me is that I don’t wait for opportunities—I create them. Whether it was reaching out to more than 60 places to land my first job, driving over an hour every day for two weeks just for training without a guaranteed position, or starting businesses while still in high school, I’ve always believed that if you want something, you have to go out and build the opportunity yourself.

Another thing that sets me apart is my discipline and ability to balance multiple commitments. While running my own business and working in sales and marketing, I also maintained strong academics, competed as a three-sport varsity athlete, and participated in multiple varsity choirs and leadership roles. I may not always enjoy every responsibility, but I understand the value of hard work and pushing myself to grow.

Most importantly, I’ve learned that success is heavily influenced by the people you surround yourself with and the mindset you choose to have. I’ve intentionally surrounded myself with mentors and individuals who challenge me to be better, and I’ve adopted the belief that failure is simply part of the process of building something meaningful.

Do you have any advice for those looking to network or find a mentor?
Just make relationships with as many people who are more successful than you/smarter than you. The more people you know and have a relationship with, the higher the chance you can create an opportunity from something they have or want to help you with based on your character and work ethic.

Pricing:

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Contact Info:

• Website: https://gordonseventco.my.canva.site/official
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