Adam Grant
Wharton Organizational Psychologist | #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Think Again & Hidden Potential | Top TED Speaker | Host of Re:Thinking
Daymond John
Founder & CEO of FUBU | 'The People's Shark' on ABC's Shark Tank | NYT Bestselling Author | Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship
Daymond John is living proof of the power of broke. Starting with just $40 of fabric and a needle and thread, he built FUBU from his mother's house in Queens into a global fashion brand with more than $6 billion in sales. Today, as 'The People's Shark' on Shark Tank, a New York Times bestselling author, and a top business voice, he shows audiences how grit, branding, and resourcefulness turn ideas into lasting success.
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Daymond John biography
Daymond John is one of the most influential entrepreneurs of his generation: the founder and CEO of the pioneering fashion brand FUBU, a star investor on ABC’s Shark Tank, and a New York Times bestselling author. His rise from the streets of Hollis, Queens to the heights of global business has made him a powerful voice on branding, entrepreneurship, and the mindset it takes to win.
Entrepreneurship speaker Daymond John built FUBU from a homemade batch of tie-top hats into a cultural phenomenon, helping bring hip-hop style into the mainstream. With his mother’s support and relentless hustle, he grew the brand to more than $6 billion in global sales, redefining how fashion, music, and marketing intersect. Today FUBU stands as one of the most iconic examples of a brand built on authenticity and community.
Daymond’s national profile soared when he joined Shark Tank in its first season. Known as “The People’s Shark” for his approachable, people-first investing style, he has backed dozens of companies, including Bombas, now the most successful product in the show’s history, with more than a billion dollars in lifetime sales. Beyond the show, he leads The Shark Group, a branding and consulting firm, and was named a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship under President Obama.
Bestselling Author and Champion of Entrepreneurs
John has translated his experience into a series of bestselling books, including The Power of Broke, Rise and Grind, and Powershift, along with the children’s book Little Daymond Learns to Earn. A passionate advocate for underrepresented founders, he created Black Entrepreneurs Day to celebrate and fund the next generation of business owners. Open about overcoming dyslexia and a battle with thyroid cancer, he speaks candidly about resilience and turning obstacles into advantages.
As a speaker, Daymond John is energetic, authentic, and refreshingly practical, sharing the same instincts that have made him one of television’s most trusted investors. He shows audiences how to build powerful brands on any budget, negotiate and shift power in their favor, and out-hustle the competition with discipline and heart, leaving entrepreneurs and corporate teams alike inspired to turn their boldest ideas into reality.
Daymond John Speaking Videos
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Daymond John Keynote Topics
From a modest upbringing in Queens to building a global brand and starring on Shark Tank, Daymond John's journey is a masterclass in motivation. In this keynote, "The People's Shark" shares the mindset and habits that kept him moving forward through his toughest moments, and why having empty pockets can be a powerful competitive advantage. He helps audiences set meaningful goals, develop unshakable drive, and find the extra motivation to grow both personally and professionally.
FUBU became one of the most influential fashion brands of its era because Daymond John understood exactly who his customer was and what they wanted. Drawing on decades of building brands and advising major companies through The Shark Group, he reveals the marketing and branding strategies that turn products into movements. Audiences learn how to define their audience, build authentic connection, and elevate their brand so it stands out and stays relevant.
On Shark Tank, Daymond John has heard thousands of pitches and invested millions in the ones he believed in. In this keynote he distills what separates the businesses that succeed from those that fail, sharing the hard truths every founder should understand before launching or scaling a venture. With candor and humor, he offers practical guidance on building, funding, and growing a company that lasts.
Every negotiation, relationship, and opportunity comes down to the ability to shift power in your favor. Based on the principles in his bestseller Powershift, John shows audiences how to influence outcomes by building trust, leveraging their brand, and mastering the art of the deal. It is a high-energy, actionable session on adapting to change and using it to create momentum and growth.
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FAQs on Booking Daymond John
Why Daymond John?
Booking Daymond John brings your audience one of the most recognizable and inspiring entrepreneurs in the world. As the founder of FUBU, a star of Shark Tank, and a New York Times bestselling author, he combines a remarkable rags-to-riches story with hard-won, practical wisdom on branding, negotiation, and building businesses from nothing. Energetic and authentic on stage, he connects with everyone from startup founders to corporate leaders. For events focused on entrepreneurship, marketing, branding, or motivation, Aurum Speakers Bureau can help you bring his expertise to your stage.
How did Daymond John build FUBU?
Daymond John launched FUBU in the early 1990s from his mother's home in Queens, starting by sewing and selling tie-top hats before expanding into a full clothing line. With his mother mortgaging the house to fund production and hip-hop artists helping showcase the brand, FUBU grew into a global phenomenon that has generated more than $6 billion in worldwide sales and helped bring streetwear into mainstream fashion.
What books has Daymond John written?
John is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. His books include Display of Power, The Brand Within, The Power of Broke, Rise and Grind, and Powershift, which focus on branding, mindset, hustle, and negotiation. He also wrote the children's book Little Daymond Learns to Earn, introducing young readers to entrepreneurship.
What does business speaker Daymond John talk about?
His keynotes focus on entrepreneurship, branding and marketing, negotiation and powershifting, and the motivation and resilience behind his success. A dynamic storyteller, he is equally effective in keynotes, fireside chats, and moderated Q&A sessions for corporate events, conferences, and entrepreneurship programs. To check his availability and tailor a session to your event, contact Aurum Speakers Bureau.
How to book Daymond John as a keynote speaker?
Aurum Speakers Bureau can help you book Daymond John as a speaker for your next event, conference, or board meeting. Simply fill out our contact form to inquire about Daymond John's availability for a speaking engagement. One of our booking agents will respond to your request immediately and contact the speaker to let them know you want to hire them. We will assist you with obtaining speaking fees, booking information, and confirming availability for Daymond John or any other top keynote speaker or celebrity of your choice.
How much is Daymond John speaking fee?
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