THE SPARK

From Humble Beginnings

OwenTheSamoan, a name that may not mean much to some, but to those who know him, it is a name that carries a lot of weight. OwenTheSamoan is a true inspiration to those who have faced adversity and triumphed over it. OwenTheSamoan is a man who came from humble beginnings, born and raised on a small island in the Pacific Ocean. He was the third of four boys, no sisters, and grew up with hard-working parents, Kamelita and Faleafi Tipa.

In Sept. 2009, tragedy struck his island when a devastating tsunami hit, destroying everything in its path. OwenTheSamoan was one of the many heroes who emerged from the aftermath of the disaster. He rescued two of his aunts and his cousin, but sadly lost his grandmother in the tragedy. It was a heartbreaking moment that would stay with him forever.

The tsunami had taken everything from the islanders, including OwenTheSamoan's family. He saw the pain and the brokenness in his parents' eyes and knew that he had to do something to help them. So, he set his sights on joining the US Military.

He took the ASVAB twice, in his sophomore and junior years, but both attempts were unsuccessful. He then took it again at the beginning of his senior year, but after multiple attempts to get the results, he thought he had failed again. However, his cousin's passing due to a car crash, before their graduation, motivated him to pursue his goals even harder, and with the help of his older cousin Sheema Laumatia, Ms. Penny, and Uso Jason Hollister, he kept pushing to make his dream a reality.

After high school graduation, Owen went to the Army Recruiting Office in Laufou, for several weeks of searching for his Senior ASVAB Testing Results; SSG Richard Mamea took Owen under his wing and provided him with a big ASVAB study guide. Owen was instructed to study for two weeks before taking the ASCC ASVAB Testing in Tafuna. He took the book and seeked additional tutoring from his cousin Sheema, Ms. Penny, and Uso Jason Hollister (The Mastermind, The West Side Legend). With the support of his loved ones and the determination to serve his country, OwenTheSamoan successfully passed the ASVAB and Commissioned in the US Military, where he served in various parts of the world and took on many ventures to provide for his family, both in the US and back home in the Pacific.

After retiring from the military, OwenTheSamoan wanted to continue serving his country, but he faced many challenges. Despite the door slams, name-calling, and criticisms, he never gave up on his dream. One day, Owen knelt down in tears, asking for guidance from his Heavenly Father. He felt a strong sense that he ought to serve many in a way that would please his Creator. With this inspiration, Owen founded Engineer Financial Professionals, in the winter of 2021, a Colorado Corporation that provides a vast array of financial products, goods, and services. 

OwenTheSamoan's journey was not an easy one, but it was his persistence, determination, and faith that made him the man he is today. He continues to work hard and provide for his family, both in the US and back home in the Pacific, and he has become an inspiration to many. Through his financial company, OwenTheSamoan continues to impact and influence many, striving to provide the most impactful and influential products, goods, and services to all that he and his team serves around the world.  His story is a testament to the power of faith, hope, and perseverance, and his example shows us that no matter how humble our beginnings may be, we can achieve greatness if we set our minds to it.