Freddy Figgers’ life started in the most tragic way—abandoned as a newborn at a dumpsite. A passerby heard his desperate cries and immediately called for help, setting the stage for an unbelievable transformation.
Soon, he was adopted by Nathan and Betty Figgers, a warm-hearted couple from Quincy, Florida. While they gave him a loving home, the truth about his past was no secret in their small town.
Growing up, Freddy faced cruel taunts from classmates who ridiculed him for being “trash-born.” The bullying was relentless, but he never let it define him.
Through it all, his adoptive parents showered him with love and unwavering support. Seeing his early fascination with technology, his father made a small yet life-changing decision—he bought a used computer from a pawn shop for just $25.
That old computer ignited a passion in Freddy. He spent hours taking it apart and figuring out how to fix it, unknowingly paving the path to his future success.
By age 13, he was already repairing computers for local businesses and government offices. His skills and confidence grew rapidly.
At just 16, he launched Figgers Communications, initially focusing on electronic repairs. What started as a one-man operation flourished into a multimillion-dollar tech empire, now valued at over $60 million.
Freddy’s work expanded into software development and cybersecurity, establishing him as a visionary entrepreneur.
But his most meaningful invention was inspired by his adoptive father. As Alzheimer’s took its toll and caused him to wander away from home, Freddy created a GPS-enabled shoe to help track his father’s location.
This groundbreaking device marked the beginning of his mission—to develop technology that improves lives.
Although he never sought out his biological parents, he later learned that his birth mother struggled with addiction. Instead of dwelling on the past, Freddy focused on building a better future.
Skipping the traditional college route, he channeled all his energy into business and innovation.
Yet, success never made him forget his roots. Freddy established a foundation that provides scholarships, aids struggling families, and covers essential expenses like rent and utilities for those in need.
Now a devoted husband and father of two, Freddy enjoys a fulfilling life with his family. And in his home, he still keeps the same old Macintosh—the machine that started it all.