Daymond John

Award Winning Business and Motivational Speaker, founder and CEO of FUBU Clothing, Shark Tank Reality TV Judge, and Bestselling Author

Daymond John has been a phenomenally successful business person for over 25 years. Along his entrepreneurial journey, through his many successes as well as failures, he has learned a few things about getting the best out of business and life. The keys to success include learning how to establish the right mindset and following a few fundamental principles Daymond calls his “S.H.A.R.K Points”.

Daymond John Keynote Speaker Fee Fee range is for U.S. events, depending on location and organization type
$50,001 and above
Languages Spoken
English
Travels From
New York, Florida, USA

Daymond John Keynote Speaker Fee Fee range is for U.S. events, depending on location and organization type
$50,001 and above
Languages Spoken
English
Travels From
New York, Florida, USA

Why Daymond John

As the founder of FUBU and a successful “shark” on ABC’s Shark Tank, he has an impressive track record of turning dreams into reality and encouraging others to do the same. With his down-to-earth personality, dynamic speaking style, and savvy business sense, Daymond John delivers a message that is both inspiring and practical. He’ll leave your audience motivated and empowered to take action towards their own goals. Book Daymond John today and you will see why people call him the People’s Shark.

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5 S.HA.R.K. Points

For more than 25 years, Daymond John has built businesses and brands by turning uncertainty into catalysts for growth. Drawing from his entrepreneurial journey—from founding FUBU to becoming an original Shark on ABC’s Shark Tank—Daymond shares ...

For more than 25 years, Daymond John has built businesses and brands by turning uncertainty into catalysts for growth. Drawing from his entrepreneurial journey—from founding FUBU to becoming an original Shark on ABC’s Shark Tank—Daymond shares the lessons learned through both triumphs and setbacks.

In this engaging keynote, audiences will discover the mindset, strategies, and core principles Daymond calls his S.H.A.R.K. Points—practical tools that empower leaders, teams, and entrepreneurs to adapt to change, uncover new opportunities, and achieve lasting success in business and life.

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About Keynote Speaker Daymond John

Daymond John has spent decades helping people turn ambition into action, ideas into brands, and setbacks into opportunities.

Best known as an original cast member of ABC’s Shark Tank and the founder of the global fashion brand FUBU, Daymond has built a career around identifying opportunity, adapting through uncertainty, and empowering others to think bigger about what’s possible in business and in life.

Recognizing his influence as both a business leader and mentor, former President Barack Obama appointed Daymond as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) to help inspire and develop the next generation of entrepreneurs at home and abroad.

For nearly 18 seasons on Shark Tank, Daymond John has inspired millions with his sharp business acumen, practical advice, and relatable approach to entrepreneurship. Audiences connect with his ability to turn complex business challenges into actionable lessons rooted in hard work, resilience, and smart decision-making. Listed by Real Leaders Magazine as one of the Top 20 Keynote Speakers in the World, Daymond continues to equip audiences worldwide with insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, branding, leadership, biohacking, and longevity. Drawing from his journey as a cancer survivor, he encourages leaders to prioritize their health, believing that sustainable success begins with the ability to perform at your best and serve others at your highest level.

Whether speaking to Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, educators, sales organizations, or emerging leaders, Daymond delivers relatable lessons shaped by decades of real-world experience. From launching FUBU in Queens with limited resources to becoming one of the world’s most recognized entrepreneurs, Daymond John’s journey exemplifies vision, resilience, and entrepreneurial grit. Along the way, he has earned hundreds of honors, including Brandweek Marketer of the Year, Ernst & Young’s New York Entrepreneur of the Year, and recognition as one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices. Today, he shares the lessons that fueled his success, helping leaders, teams, and entrepreneurs navigate growth, change, and opportunity.

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A three-time New York Times bestselling author, Daymond has written multiple books despite dyslexia, further reflecting the resilience and determination that have defined his career. He is also the founder of The Shark Group, a branding and consulting agency that helps organizations and leaders strengthen their visibility, influence, and market position. Through his CEO Access program, he works directly with executives and entrepreneurs to elevate their personal brands, improve communication, and lead with greater impact.

Daymond believes that lasting success is built on patience, meaningful relationships, and a relentless commitment to mastering the fundamentals—principles that continue to guide his work and inspire leaders around the world.

Testimonials

“Daymond was an excellent choice for our students. They loved him. We are so happy with his visit and he was great with all the students after the event, too. He is a very gracious man and it was our pleasure to host him here.”

Kristin Files

Development Officer, Cal-Poly Pomona

“Daymond was awesome to work with. He went the extra mile on everything he did and did an amazing job on tailoring the presentation to our audience. Our Executives were very happy and the audience loved it.”

American Airlines Federal Credit Union

“Daymond John has an innate ability and powerful presence that invites every attendee to turn off their cell phones, Blackberrys, iPhones and other devices because they don’t want to miss a word. Read More

David Freschman

Founder & CEO, Early Stage East Venture Capital

“Daymond John is a passionate, dynamic speaker who is both candid and sincere. He can hold a room effectively… he can motivate and inspire others to achieve at levels beyond their own expectations.”

Shaun Outler

Group VP, Multicultural Merchandising & Vendor Development, Macy’s

“It was inspirational to the students to have you with us… all my fellow members have told me how contagious they found the entrepreneurial spirit in the room and you clearly fostered that among the students. You were the perfect choice for our Master of Ceremonies and we appreciate your infectious enthusiasm for your work and your support of entrepreneurs.”

The University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship Student Pitch Competition

“Daymond John was awesome to work with. He went the extra mile on everything and did an amazing job tailoring the presentation to our audience. Our executives loved it!”

American Airlines Federal Credit Union

“We could not have been any happier about the choice of Daymond. He was incredible and his presentation could not have been better suited for the group. He was charismatic, interesting, entertaining and had an excellent message. 100% of the group was fully engaged 100% of the time. It was fantastic! Thank you.”

ChainLinks Retail Advisors

Daymond was everything we could have hoped for. With a celebrity of his caliber, I was expecting a canned speech, but he showed us firsthand why he is called “The People’s Shark.” Read More

Kirsten Kase

ICCFA

“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

“People are still raving about Daymond John’s presentation weeks after our Global Retail Conference took place. I was so impressed with
the thoroughness of preparation and level of custom tailoring made just for our specific audience and conference. I truly cannot say enough good things
about our experience working with Daymond and The Shark Group; they far exceeded our expectations and delivered a home run!”

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