Jean Paul Laurent

Jean Paul Laurent (born December 30, 1982), is a Haitian-American social entrepreneur, inventor, and humanitarian. He is the Founder and President of Unspoken Smiles, a global non-profit organization dedicated to improving oral health in underserved communities. Since its founding in 2014, Laurent has gained international recognition for his innovative approaches to sustainable dentistry, including the creation of the eco-friendly toothbrush with replaceable heads. His work bridges social impact with business, inspiring the purpose-driven entrepreneurship.

Born and raised in Haiti, in 2004, Jean Paul relocated to the United States with his family. In 2010, he started volunteering activities in Haiti in the aftermath of the 2010 Haiti earthquake. Since then, his activities have led to partnerships with United Nations, Clinton Foundation, American Express among others, and have earned him recognitions, including a recipient of the President Obama Lifetime Achievement Award for volunteer service in 2016 and one of top 100 under 40 Most Influential People of African Descent in 2019. Provided by Wikipedia