Preston Russell is a graduate of Largo High School where he was a student athlete and served as President of the Academy of Finance during his senior year with an overall grade point average of 3.33. From the tender age of 8, he has always had an entrepreneurial spirit. He began his entrepreneurship endeavors making and selling candy then moved on to his own vending machine business. Now Preston has ventured into his own official business as founder and president of a product and clothing line and also a public speaker. He is also now in his second year as a student of a private business college majoring in business administration with a concentration in finance.

Founded by Preston Russell, Cum-Laude Editions is a quality clothing and product line honoring individuals that strive for high achievement.  Its mission is to – positively impact the community by honoring those individuals that achieve excellence in its greatest form and settle for nothing less than perfection.  With casual, athletic, professional and business attire, Cum-Laude Editions offers products that exemplifies conscious aspirations towards self accomplish and success.  Whether completing a secondary education, collegiate or career training program, starting your own business, volunteering in your community, or other activities, Cum-Laude Editions is designed to honor you.  Patrons of Cum-Laude Editions can also subscribe to The CLE Connection, a free quarterly electronic publication featuring beneficial informational resources and promotions that supports and promotes high achievement.