Daymond John

Daymond John is a prominent American entrepreneur, investor, and branding expert who serves as the founder and CEO of the global lifestyle brand FUBU. [1][2][9][10] Since launching the apparel company in 1992, he has overseen its growth into a multi-billion dollar enterprise with over $6 billion in lifetime sales. [11] John is widely recognized as an original investor on the ABC series Shark Tank, where he is currently in his 17th season. Through the program, he has invested in over 30 companies, including the high-performing brand Bombas. As the CEO of The Shark Group, he provides strategic brand management and consulting for major corporations and celebrities. [12] His influence extends to public policy and education, having served as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship. [10][13] A prolific author, John has written six best-selling books, including The Power of Broke and the 2023 children's book Little Daymond Learns to Earn. [9] He is a frequent keynote speaker at major industry events such as Accelerate 2026 and the International Franchise Association convention.