Apr 14 - 17 2026
SIOR’s Spring 2026 Event – Keynote Speaker David Burkus – Palm Springs, CA
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
ABC Shark Tank investor, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Kevin O’Leary speaks on entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, venture capital, and the future of business and technology.
Kevin O’Leary is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author known to millions as “Mr. Wonderful” on ABC’s multi-award-winning Shark Tank. From building and selling companies to leading investment platforms across venture capital, wealth management, and financial services, he brings audiences a direct perspective on what it takes to grow businesses, evaluate opportunities, and lead with discipline.
His talks draw on decades of experience across entrepreneurship, investing, technology, and eco-preneurship. He speaks to organizations about leadership, innovation, venture capital, and how business decision-makers can think clearly about risk, growth, and the future of business and technology. Kevin O’Leary is available to be booked for corporate and private events. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about Kevin O’Leary’s fees.
Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group at (215) 995-0905 to book Kevin O’Leary for corporate or private events, keynote speeches, workshops, fireside chats, motivational speaking, or virtual appearances. Our agency will work directly with your organization and our keynote speakers to create an unforgettable event.
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Kevin O’Leary built his career by founding, growing, and investing in companies across multiple sectors. He founded SoftKey Software Products, later called The Learning Company, and went on to build O’Leary Ventures, co-found Storage Now, and invest in companies including Stream Global Services.
Known to millions as “Mr. Wonderful” from ABC’s Shark Tank, O’Leary is also a bestselling author and business speaker who shares direct insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, venture capital, and the future of business.
Find out how to hire Kevin O’Leary to appear at your next event. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group to inquire about Kevin O’Leary’s availability and cost. When booking Kevin O’Leary for an event, we need to know the type of venue and location the event will take place. Kevin O’Leary is a popular choice for corporate events, private events, and virtual events. So, you can click the Check Availability button or contact us and an MPG Kevin O’Leary booking agent will get back to you within 48 hours.
How much to book Kevin O’Leary depends on the type of event. So, the cost to hire Kevin O’Leary for corporate or private events is available by contacting a Mollie Plotkin Group Agent. Notably, Kevin O’Leary is available for conferences, festivals, private parties, and events. Just contact the Mollie Plotkin Group and tell the booking agent the proposed date, time, and location.
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Practical lessons on business, money, and life from Kevin O’Leary’s personal story and entrepreneurial success.
Kevin O’Leary, one of North America’s most successful entrepreneurs, reveals the secrets that made him rich and shares his personal advice for those from every walk of life. Topics cover business, money, and life, including how to find your calling and turn your talents into a profitable venture; building a dream team; transforming adversity into opportunity, and making and growing your business–and your money.
Key Takeaways:
Ideal for: entrepreneurs, business owners, leadership audiences, sales teams
A behind-the-scenes look at Shark Tank, industry innovation, and the economic forces shaping business decisions.
Kevin O’Leary will take you on a behind-the-scenes look at his hit show Shark Tank. He’ll share entertaining and insightful outtakes from his TV shows, along with a current economic overview and how it relates to your industry, and insights into how your industry is performing, where the innovation is coming from and more.
Key Takeaways:
Ideal for: corporate executives, industry associations, leadership teams, conference audiences
A timely moderated conversation on economic volatility, geopolitics, and how businesses can prepare for what comes next.
We are all facing a new and potentially challenging era at home and in our businesses: rising tariffs, ongoing geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, stock market volatility, and shifting global economic dynamics.
In this moderated fireside chat, he brings the host and audience up to speed on the economy, tariffs and interest rates.
Recommended topics include:
Where is the US and international economy headed in 2026 and beyond?
What is the outlook for US interest rates, consumer and business spending, inflation, and energy prices?
What changes can we expect in supply chains, labor markets, and real estate?
How do small business owners protect themselves in an increasingly volatile and uncertain market?
Key Takeaways:
Ideal for: executives, business owners, investors, financial services audiences, policy focused events
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