Daymond John is a celebrated investor, entrepreneur, brand strategist, and television personality, renowned for founding the global lifestyle brand FUBU and serving as a judge on the Emmy Award-winning show Shark Tank. His personal journey, which embodies a rags-to-riches narrative, provides a compelling foundation for his expertise in branding, risk-taking, and resilience in the face of adversity.
John's entrepreneurial breakthrough began in 1992 with the founding of FUBU (For Us By Us), which evolved into a global lifestyle brand with over $6 billion in product sales. This success paved the way for his strategic consultancy, The Shark Group, where he now serves as CEO and Branding Expert, offering strategic advice and marketing consultancy to major corporations and celebrities. The firm specializes in generational transitions, collaboration, and next-generation engagement strategies.
As a highly sought-after motivational speaker, Daymond shares a wealth of knowledge and experience on entrepreneurship and brand-building. He is a Wall Street Journal and New York Times bestselling author of works such as The Power of Broke and Rise and Grind. His latest offering, the audiobook Founding Fubu, chronicles the journey behind the iconic brand, further cementing his status as a key voice in business strategy.
Daymond's influence extends into public service; in 2015, the White House appointed him as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship. His frequent appearances on Shark Tank since 2009, where he has funded over 100 projects, demonstrate his ongoing commitment to supporting innovation. His presentations impart invaluable wisdom, helping people achieve their goals by championing the importance of taking risks and maintaining resilience when facing adversity.
