Today we’d like to introduce you to Everett Stephenson.
Hi Everett, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My journey started with a vision bigger than myself. From an early age, I understood the power of storytelling, leadership, and personal growth. Over the years, I built my career across entrepreneurship, entertainment, education, and personal development, always driven by one mission: to create something that impacts lives.
That vision led me to build Stage 369, a multi-layered company focused on media, education, and brand development, and later Stage 369 Kids, the children’s division dedicated to empowering young minds through storytelling, music, and animation.
As a producer, author, and entrepreneur, I’ve created books, music, stage productions, and children’s programming designed to inspire action, belief, and creativity. One of my biggest creations is The Manifest Show, an educational children’s series centered around manifestation, self-belief, and character development through lovable characters like Chloe, Bobo, and Mr. E.
What makes my journey unique is that I didn’t wait for opportunities—I created them. I built platforms, developed intellectual property, and turned ideas into real brands. Along the way, my work has expanded into streaming platforms, film festivals, and growing media recognition.
Today, I continue building Stage 369 as a global brand while creating meaningful content for children and families worldwide. My goal is bigger than entertainment—I want to leave a legacy of empowerment, creativity, and possibility.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. One of the biggest challenges has been building from the ground up without waiting for permission or traditional gatekeepers. When you’re creating original intellectual property, producing content, building companies, and funding your own vision, every step comes with pressure, risk, and uncertainty.
In entertainment, one of the hardest parts is consistency—working with animators, voice actors, editors, and production teams while keeping the quality and vision aligned. There are delays, revisions, and unexpected setbacks, but I’ve learned that persistence is part of the process.
Another challenge has been wearing multiple hats. As an entrepreneur, producer, author, and creator, I’m constantly balancing business, creativity, leadership, and strategy at the same time. That takes discipline and a strong mindset.
But every obstacle has helped sharpen my vision. I’ve learned how to pivot, adapt, and keep moving forward. Challenges taught me that success is less about having a perfect path and more about staying committed when things get difficult. That mindset is what built Stage 369 and continues to push everything forward.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Stage 369?
Stage 369 is a multi-layered media and brand development company focused on entertainment, education, and intellectual property creation. At its core, Stage 369 is built to create impactful content, build meaningful brands, and develop original stories that inspire people to think bigger and live with purpose.
Through Stage 369, we produce books, music, stage productions, and original film and television projects. One of our fastest-growing brands is Stage 369 Kids, the children’s division behind The Manifest Show, an educational animated series designed to empower children through storytelling, music, and character-building.
What sets Stage 369 apart is that everything we build starts with original intellectual property. We don’t just create content—we create worlds, characters, and messages that can grow across multiple platforms, from streaming and publishing to licensing and live experiences.
What I’m most proud of is building something from vision to reality and creating content that combines entertainment with purpose. Stage 369 represents creativity, ownership, and legacy. Our mission is to continue building brands and stories that impact children, families, and audiences around the world.
We’d love to hear about any fond memories you have from when you were growing up?
One of my favorite childhood memories was starting my first singing group at around 10 years old. Looking back, that was one of the first moments I realized I was naturally drawn to leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurship.
I wasn’t just singing—I was writing songs, teaching harmonies and vocal parts to the other members, organizing rehearsals, and helping shape our performances. We were serious about it, and I even started looking for places where we could perform.
What made it even more meaningful was how resourceful we were. To help pay for voice lessons and stage attire, we would create ways to raise money, like running snow cone stands, hosting movie nights, and selling food like popcorn, hot dogs, and enchiladas. It taught me early that if you want something, you have to create opportunities for yourself.
That experience planted the seeds for who I am today as a producer, entrepreneur, and creator. It taught me discipline, teamwork, vision, and the power of building something from the ground up.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://everettstephensonofficial.com/
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/everettstephensonofficial
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/everettstephenson
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@EverettStephensonOfficial
- Other: https://stage369.com/
