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Three Florida Southern College Alumni Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 in Education Category

December 20, 2024

AndrewPaul McIntosh, Heath Rutledge-Jukes, and William Kelly
Florida Southern College proudly congratulates alumni AndrewPaul McIntosh '21, Heath Rutledge-Jukes '20, and William Kelly '21 for earning a spot on the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 list in the Education category.

The Forbes 30 Under 30 recognizes 1,230 young leaders and entrepreneurs under the age of 30 who are driving innovation and making a global impact each year. Spanning categories such as entertainment, retail, technology, education, and art, the list highlights changemakers.

These three Florida Southern College graduates are the co-founders of King of the Curve (KOTC), an innovative app launched in 2020 to help students prepare for exams like the MCAT, NCLEX, and STEP. With over 400,000 downloads, KOTC strives to eliminate the stress of last-minute cramming by transforming exam preparation into an enjoyable, long-term study experience for students.

 the alumni speaking on stage

During their time at Florida Southern College, McIntosh majored in Communication: Interpersonal and Organizational, Rutledge-Jukes in Psychology, and Kelly in Accounting. Their unique academic foundations, paired with their entrepreneurial vision, have been pivotal in the app’s success.

Since its inception, King of the Curve has raised over $1 million, with significant funding from Kapor Capital, which supports efforts to empower students academically from diverse backgrounds. On average, KOTC users invest $17 monthly and subscribe for approximately 6.5 months leading up to their exam dates.

Learn more about King of the Curve.

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