Kevin O’Leary, also known as “Mr. Wonderful”, is a Canadian businessman, investor, and television personality. He rose to prominence as one of the “sharks” on the hit show Shark Tank, where he invests in and advises aspiring entrepreneurs. But O’Leary’s success as an investor did not happen overnight; in fact, he had to overcome some obstacles to get to where he is today.
Born in Montreal, Canada in 1954, O’Leary’s passion for business and investing was evident from a young age. In college, he worked part-time at an ice cream parlor and quickly learned how to turn a profit by upselling cones and increasing the price of popular flavors. After graduating, he started his first business from his basement, which eventually grew to become the software company SoftKey International. Despite facing rejection and failure early on, O’Leary persevered and eventually sold SoftKey for a staggering $3.7 billion.
Today, O’Leary is known for his no-nonsense approach to investing and his keen business acumen. He is the founder and chairman of O’Shares Investments, a company that offers a range of investment solutions for both individual and institutional investors. He is also a bestselling author, with books such as “Cold Hard Truth on
