Born and raised in Portland, Spencer understood commerce from a young age. He impressed friends and family with an ability to negotiate in a positive manner, with respect to others. While others 8 year olds were out playing, Spencer began buying and selling' goods on eBay. By the time he turned 14, Spencer had saved up enough of a nest egg to purchase his first car.

Spencer was born into a large, deeply-rooted Portland family, his father having ...