Learn About Kevin O’Leary: Shark Tank Investor and Businessman
Kevin O’Leary is a well-known entrepreneur and investor, best known for his role as a “shark” on the hit show Shark Tank. Born in Montreal, Canada in 1954, O’Leary showed an interest in business and investing from a young age. He studied at the University of Waterloo where he earned a degree in environmental studies and later went on to obtain an MBA from the prestigious University of Western Ontario.
After working various jobs in television production and software development, O’Leary founded SoftKey Software Products in 1986. The company saw rapid success, merging with another company in 1995 and going public. O’Leary eventually sold his stake in SoftKey for a staggering $4.2 billion, solidifying himself as a successful businessman.
Today, O’Leary is known for his brutally honest and no-nonsense approach on Shark Tank, where he invests in and mentors budding entrepreneurs. He is also the founder and chairman of O’Leary Funds, a mutual fund company, and O’Shares Investments, a fund that focuses on dividend-paying stocks. With his years of experience and keen eye for business opportunities, Kevin O’Leary continues to inspire and educate others on the world of investing and entrepreneurship.