Daymond John
VC · New York (United States)
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Daymond John is a renowned American entrepreneur, investor, and television personality, best known as the founder and CEO of FUBU, a global fashion brand. He gained widespread recognition as an investor on the ABC reality series "Shark Tank," where he has been a pivotal figure since its inception. John's entrepreneurial journey began in the early 1990s when he started FUBU in his mother's house in Queens, New York. The brand quickly gained popularity, earning over $6 billion in global sales and being featured at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African-American History and Culture. In addition to his business ventures, John is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author, with works such as "The Power of Broke" and "Rise and Grind." He has received numerous accolades, including the NAACP Entrepreneurs of the Year Award and the Ernst & Young's New York Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, John is dedicated to supporting and promoting entrepreneurship, particularly among underserved communities. He created the four-time Webby Award-winning livestream event, Black Entrepreneurs Day, to celebrate and empower Black business owners. His commitment to fostering entrepreneurship extends to his role as a brand ambassador for Shopify and his involvement in various initiatives aimed at encouraging young entrepreneurs.
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