SkillZilla

Holly O'Brien faced early challenges, dropping out of school in 11th grade and having her first son on her 18th birthday. Life was a whirlwind of marriage, divorce, and blending a family with her husband, Dan, while juggling multiple jobs to support their six boys. As their finances stabilized, they realized they had missed vital moments to teach essential life skills. This inspired them to create SkillZilla, a gamified app designed to empower youth, helping them thrive as adults.