When you hear the name Kevin O’Leary, you may first think of the stern and no-nonsense personality on the hit TV show “Shark Tank”. However, there is much more to this successful businessman than his tough exterior. O’Leary’s journey to success has been filled with determination, hard work, and a passion for entrepreneurship.
Known as the “King of Dragons” in Canada, O’Leary initially made a name for himself in the tech industry in the 1990s. He co-founded software company SoftKey, which eventually became The Learning Company and was sold to Mattel for $4.2 billion. O’Leary then turned his attention to investing and launched his own mutual fund company, O’Leary Funds, in 2008. This was followed by the creation of O’Leary Ventures, a venture capital fund that invests in small businesses.
However, it was his appearance on “Shark Tank” in 2009 that truly catapulted O’Leary into the spotlight. Known for his ruthless and straightforward approach, O’Leary quickly became a fan favorite on the show, often referred to as the “mean” shark. But behind the scenes, O’Leary was using his sharp business acumen to make profitable deals and invest
