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Daymond John is an award-winning entrepreneur, branding expert, and television personality, best known as the founder of FUBU and a longtime investor on ABC’s Shark Tank. A dynamic keynote speaker, Daymond shares insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and brand-building that inspire audiences worldwide.
From sewing hats in his mother’s house in Queens to building a global fashion empire, Daymond John’s story is the ultimate blueprint for entrepreneurial success. As the founder of FUBU, he transformed an idea into a $6 billion fashion powerhouse. Then as an investor on Shark Tank, he has helped countless businesses scale to new heights. Now, as a bestselling author and keynote speaker, he empowers audiences with actionable insights on branding, business strategy, and the power of persistence. Daymond John is available to be booked for corporate and private events. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about Daymond John’s fees.
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Daymond John’s entrepreneurial journey started with a simple observation: wool ski hats sold for $20 apiece, and he knew he could make them for less. With his mother’s guidance, he learned to sew, created 90 hats with a neighbor, and sold them for $10 each on a street corner—making $800 in a single day. This was the spark that ignited FUBU (For Us, By Us), a brand that would go on to define 1990s streetwear and reach global success.
With limited resources but endless hustle, Daymond and his partners hand-stitched the FUBU logo onto hockey jerseys, sweatshirts, and T-shirts, distributing them to music artists and grassroots marketing. The turning point came when rapper LL Cool J, a neighborhood friend, wore a FUBU hat in a national Gap commercial—catapulting the brand into the mainstream.
After securing a $300,000 order at a trade show, Daymond and his mother took a leap of faith, mortgaging their home to finance production. When traditional banks refused to fund them, a strategic ad in The New York Times led to a game-changing partnership with Samsung Textiles. The rest is history—FUBU has since earned over $6 billion in global sales and is enshrined in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Since then, Daymond has received 100s of awards including the Brand Week Marketer of the Year, Advertising Age Marketing 1000 Award for Outstanding Ad Campaign, and Ernst & Young’s New York Entrepreneur of the Year Award. He was also named #2 on LinkedIn’s Top 20 Voices.
In 2009, Daymond John joined Shark Tank, where his sharp instincts and branding expertise made him a fan favorite. Over the years, he has invested millions in emerging businesses, with standout successes including Bombas Socks (now a billion-dollar brand).
Beyond Shark Tank, Daymond is the CEO and founder of The Shark Group, a consulting firm that helps businesses harness the power of branding, social media, and influencer marketing.
A sought-after keynote speaker, Daymond shares lessons from his life and career, focusing on leadership, innovation, and overcoming obstacles. Recently, Real Leaders Magazine ranked Daymond as one of the Top 20 Keynote Speakers in the World for 2024.
His bestselling books—including The Power of Broke, Rise and Grind, and Powershift—offer practical strategies for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Additionally, his latest book, Little Daymond Learns to Earn, introduces young readers to financial literacy and entrepreneurship, reinforcing his belief that anyone can achieve success with the right mindset. The book reached the New York Times and Amazon best-seller list the first week of its release.
Daymond’s passion for mentorship led him to launch Next Level Success, a program that equips small business owners with the tools to scale their ventures. He is also the creator of Black Entrepreneurs Day, an annual event that celebrates Black business owners and provides grants and mentorship to aspiring entrepreneurs.
Daymond John’s journey—from selling hats on the streets of Queens to becoming one of the most influential voices in business—proves that success is built on creativity, persistence, and an unwavering belief in oneself.
Organizations hire Daymond John for his unparalleled insights into entrepreneurship, branding, and leadership. With decades of experience growing businesses and investing in emerging companies, John has worked with high-level organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, industry conferences, and executive leadership teams. His keynotes inspire, educate, and provide actionable strategies that drive results. Whether you’re looking for a fireside chat, a motivational speech, or a keynote on business growth, Daymond John delivers high-impact sessions tailored to your audience.
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From launching FUBU out of his mother’s house to becoming a powerhouse investor on Shark Tank, Daymond John has built a career on vision, perseverance, and strategic execution. In this high-energy keynote, Daymond shares the fundamental principles that have driven his success—his five S.H.A.R.K. points.
These key insights provide a blueprint for achieving goals, whether you’re an entrepreneur, corporate leader, student, or aspiring innovator. Audiences will walk away with actionable strategies to improve their mindset, build their brand, and create lasting impact in business and life.
Every presentation is tailored to the audience, with the most requested focus areas including Sales, Branding, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Innovation, College Success, and Diversity in Business.
Get ready to be inspired, empowered, and equipped with the tools to take your ambitions to the next level.
“Daymond’s interactive presentation with pictures, music, and being able to connect with our audience in a genuine way was my favorite. It didn’t feel fake or cheesy. He was able to command a room full of people with ease. I also loved that Daymond had a “set time” to take pictures and that gave folks almost an excuse to put down their phones for the rest of his session and solely focus on him.” – CMP
“Daymond John’s keynote at the MGM Grand in Detroit was a Tour de Force theatrical performance of style and flair. His mix of stories, lessons, music, and home pictures made you laugh, cry and think.” – George Fraser, Founder and CEO, FraserNet, Inc.
“Daymond’s talk was inspiring and motivating for the social entrepreneurs participating in our business accelerator, as well as those watching and considering entrepreneurship as a means to address social determinants of health in their communities. He let people know that they can do well financially while also making a difference.” – American Heart Association
“Daymond’s keynote was a huge hit, as evidenced by the enthusiastic scores he got in our attendee survey.” – Eric Schurenberg, President and Editor-in-Chief, Inc. Media
The bestselling author and star of ABC’s Shark Tank reveals how to master the three prongs of influence: reputation, negotiation, and relationships.
Have you ever wanted to make a big change in your life but weren’t sure where to start? In Powershift, Daymond John shares the answer. To take control of your destiny and drive the change you want to see, you need to lay the groundwork so you’re prepared to seize every opportunity that comes your way. And that means mastering
Through never-before-told stories from his life and career, Daymond shares the lessons that got him to where he is today: from how he remade his public image as he transitioned from clothing mogul to television personality, to how he mastered the negotiation strategies that determine whether deals are won or lost “in the tank,” to his secrets for building long-lasting—and profitable—relationships with founders and brands.
Throughout the book, some of the world’s most successful personalities reveal how they shifted their power in meaningful ways:
Kris Jenner on determining your value: “You don’t have to go ask somebody else for permission. You have the power to be able to stick to your guns and demand your worth."
Mark Cuban on finding and understanding your why: “Time is the one asset we don’t own, we can’t buy, and we can never get back.”
Pitbull on tapping into your inner power: “A lot of people feel that to be powerful is to exude strength. I think it’s the total opposite. To be powerful is to be powerless. It’s when you give everybody what you got.”
Whether you’re an innovator working to turn your big idea into a reality, a professional looking to land a major promotion, or a busy parent trying to find more time to focus on what’s really important to you, Daymond shows you how to shift your power and energy towards positive change.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Entrepreneur, FUBU founder, and Shark Tank fan fave Daymond John introduces kids to basic ideas about money and starting their own business in this accessible picture book!
Meet Little Daymond and his enterprising friends! When Daymond hatches an idea for a small business to make money to buy a music poster he wants, the whole crew comes together and figures out their unique strengths so they can each get exactly what they want—and even have some change to spare.
Bestselling author and Shark Tank star Daymond John uses this fun story to ignite kids' early interest in how money works--including the concepts of saving, spending, budgeting, and borrowing--to develop a basic foundation of financial literacy that sets children up for success in the future.
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