Today on Country 105, I had the pleasure of interviewing one of Thunder Bay’s most inspiring young entrepreneurs—14-year-old Devin, the creative force behind Devins Dynamic Designs. If you’ve ever wondered what passion, innovation, and community support can look like in action, Devin’s story is the perfect example.
I first met Devin at ThunderCon, where his 3D printing booth immediately caught my eye. He started his business with items like phone stands to business card holders, his designs were not only practical but impressively polished. Fast forward to today, and Devin now operates six 3D printers out of his home studio—yes, six! And trust me, he can now create pretty much anything you can dream up!
Devin’s entrepreneurial journey began at just 12 years old after attending Biz Kids summer camp at the NWO Innovation Centre. He started with a mini pancake business, then pivoted to lawn mowing to save up for his first 3D printer. That goal sparked the launch of Devins Dynamic Designs in early 2024, and the rest is history.
With mentorship from local innovators like Miss Paula of Tuit Tech, Jason from the Boreal Museum, Laura of Quirky Co., and Erik of Ninja Games, Devin quickly scaled his business. Within months, he reinvested in new equipment, upgraded his setup, and even taught his parents how to use the software. His dedication and creativity have earned him a loyal following—and some pretty cool collaborations too.
Created by 14-year-old entrepreneur Devin Levallee
Devin gifted us custom keychains featuring the logos of Country 105, 99.9 The Bay (shoutout to Danny and John!), and YourThunderBay.ca—the site where this blog now lives.
and let’s just say, they were a huge hit. The staff couldn’t stop raving about them!
“He is so ambitious & talented, we should all support young entrepreneurs like Devin.” Dee
quality of Devin’s thoughtful customized gifts!
“Thank you Devin, these are seriously the coolest keychains.” Danny & John
We’re beyond excited to work with him in the future!
🎧 Click here to listen to our full interview and find out what Devin’s next project is going to be. It’s wearable, intricate, and absolutely amazing—you won’t want to miss it.
Devin’s story is proof that age is no barrier to innovation. With community support, a curious mind, and a whole lot of heart, he’s building something truly special right here in Thunder Bay.
Explore innovative 3D creations—all crafted by Thunder Bay’s own teen CEO, Devin Levallee.
👉 Shop Devins Dynamic Designs Here: http://www.devinsdynamicdesigns.ca
