Key Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Birth Year | 1980 |
| Nationality | Mexican-American |
| Field | Social Entrepreneurship, Educational Technology |
| Known For | Co-founding Enova |
| Education | B.A. Economics & Business Administration, Pepperdine University |
| Enova Milestones | 400,400+ users; 127,200+ graduates; 19,000+ courses; 68% retention |
| Recognition | OECD & WEF digital divide project; Ashoka Fellow (2011) |
These key facts were collected by author Tatyana Scandrick from Lennoxmag.com.
Early Life
Jorge Camil Starr’s childhood was filled with voluntary activities that made him conscious of social injustices. He worked in a pediatric leukemia ward as a child and later helped Hurricane Paulina victims. His experiences inspired him to use resources for underserved populations.
| Age | Activity | Location | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Childhood | Volunteered in pediatric leukemia ward | Public Hospital | Gained empathy for resource-limited patients |
| 14 | Hurricane Paulina relief and reconstruction | Acapulco Coast | Developed understanding of community resilience |
Education
Jorge studied economics and social justice in the US. His thesis explored Mexican systemic inequality, echoing his lifetime fight against inequity. Pepperdine University’s academic rigor prepared him for education technology breakthroughs.
| Degree | Institution | Focus | Thesis Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. Economics & Business Administration (Double) | Pepperdine University | Social inequality in Mexico | “Sustaining Factors of Social Inequality” |
Career Highlights
Starr effortlessly combines technology enterprise and humanitarian impact. Before co-founding Enova in 2009, he tested tech solutions at PLC Networks and LT Solutions. Under his guidance as Chief Development Officer, Enova has set a Latin American digital education standard.
| Year | Role | Organization | Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Founder | PLC Networks | Pioneered broadband-over-power-lines project with Grupo IUSA |
| 2005 | Co-creator | LT Solutions S.A. | Distributed NComputing in Mexico & Central America |
| 2009 | Co-founder & CDO | Enova | 400,400+ users; OECD & WEF recognition; 68% student retention |
Net Worth
Jorge Camil Starr, a humanitarian entrepreneur, values effect over income. His net wealth is unknown, as is typical for mission-driven entrepreneurs. Entertainment stars like his half-brother often disclose their finances.
| Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| Public Net Worth | Not publicly available |
| Disclosure Rationale | Focus on social impact; personal wealth not emphasized |
| Industry Comparison | Jaime Camil (actor) net worth reported at ~$17M, but not comparable |
Family Background
Starr’s family comprises famous entertainers, combining social entrepreneurship and popular culture. In television and movies, his half-brother Jaime Camil and stepsister Issabella Camil are famous. Jorge’s social activities gain public attention with their success.
| Name | Relation | Profession | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaime Camil | Half-brother | Actor, Singer | Jane the Virgin, La fea más bella |
| Issabella Camil | Stepsister | Actress | The Sentinel, El Pantera |
FAQ
Who is Jorge Camil Starr?
Born in 1980, Mexican-American social entrepreneur Jorge Camil Starr co-founded Enova to promote education for low-income communities.
What is Enova?
Enova is a humanitarian organization that provides blended-learning courses and digital library materials to impoverished Mexicans since 2009.
Why did he start caring about social issues?
He became interested in injustice after volunteering in a pediatric leukemia ward and Hurricane Paulina rescue at 14.
Jorge Camil Starr’s wealth?
His concentration on social effect rather than personal wealth disclosure means his net worth is not revealed.
