Daymond John Keynote Speaker

Daymond John is an investor, entrepreneur, brand strategist, and television personality. Through his experience, from humble beginnings to one of the most sought-after speakers on branding and marketing. Daymond has developed a unique perspective on the importance of taking risks and being resilient when facing adversity. He shares this message with audiences worldwide, imparting invaluable wisdom that helps people achieve their goals.

Since 2009, Daymond has been a judge and panellist on the Emmy award-winning Shark Tank, where entrepreneurs present their ideas to a panel of investors to secure funding for their projects. He is the CEO and Branding Expert of The Shark Group. The company offers strategic advice and marketing consultancy services to major companies and celebrity branding. They also research generational transitions,  collaboration, organisational change, and engagement strategies, providing global organisations with intelligence techniques and next-generation engagement.

Daymond’s entrepreneurial journey began in 1992 when he founded the contemporary sportswear brand FUBU. With more than $6 billion in product sales, the company has developed into a global lifestyle brand and a favourite in the fashion sector.

In addition to his marketing prowess and entrepreneurial insights, Daymond is a Wall Street Journal and New York Times bestselling author. His latest offering, Founding Fubu (2022), is an audiobook of the journey behind the brand. His other works include books such as Powershift (2020), Rise and Grind (2018), The Power of Broke (2016), The Brand Within (2010) and Display of Power (2007).

Along with his long-standing participation on Shark Tank, Daymond has lent his talents to television shows. He’s made guest appearances on Billions, All About the Washingtons, Dr Ken, The Real and The Game. He also had a feature on the 2014 comedy horror Sharknado 2.

He is an accomplished businessman who has received many honours, including Ernst & Young’s New York Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Advertising Age Marketing 1000 Award for Outstanding Ad Campaign, and Brandweek Marketer of the Year. In 2015, the White House appointed him as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship.

Daymond is a highly sought-after public speaker with a wealth of knowledge and experience. His marketing strategies and ability to build successful brands have made him a highly influential consultant and motivational speaker. He has spoken at numerous events, sharing his insights on entrepreneurship, branding, marketing and more.