Meet Drake

Advocate for happiness, entrepreneur, author, actor/model, and speaker

Drake Alexander Piscione is an actor, model, entrepreneur, athlete, and advocate committed to making a difference. With a foundation in the performing arts and a passion for entrepreneurship, Drake is the founder of the streetwear brand Faith vs. Fury, which aims to support micro-startup funding for Gen Z minority founders.

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From an early age, Drake exhibited a diverse range of talents. He was identified as athletically gifted at just three years old, riding a two-wheel bike at his Montessori preschool. By age six, he was accepted as a Davidson Young Scholar and began to make a name for himself as a talented tennis player, even being featured on “Our America with Lisa Ling” on OWN. His journey in modeling and acting started at five when he was discovered by a Pottery Barn photographer, leading to opportunities with Disney, HBO, Discovery, OWN, Lifetime, and DreamworksTV.

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Drake's competitive spirit drove him to excel in tennis, where coaches believed he had the potential to turn pro. At 12, he took on a hosting role in the show “Nailed It!,” which further fueled his love for performance.

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In 2020, Drake launched a successful Kickstarter campaign for Faith vs. Fury, raising over $12,000 to empower emerging entrepreneurs. His commitment to inclusivity led him to spearhead research initiatives aimed at creating pathways for historically underrepresented groups in finance and asset management, collaborating with esteemed institutions like the Carlson School of Management and Harvard University.

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Since graduating high school, Drake has embraced solo travel, exploring vibrant cultures and breathtaking landscapes across Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Antarctica, Bolivia, Peru, Colombia, and more. This journey has enriched his understanding of the world and inspired his creative pursuits.

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Drake’s adventures and experiences are chronicled in his writings, including contributions to The Happiness Lab. Today, he is focused on blending his passions for storytelling, fashion, and social impact, striving to inspire others to pursue their dreams while leveraging his platform to advocate for meaningful change.