Source: Philip Romano

Daymond John

Raised by a single mother in Hollis, Queens, Daymond John turned a street hustle into a streetwear empire—and became one of the most respected voices in American entrepreneurship.

Rags To Riches Story

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      Daymond started out sewing hats at his mom’s house and selling them on the street for $10 apiece. His big break came when he and his friends started FUBU ("For Us, By Us")—a fashion line that spoke directly to hip-hop culture. He leveraged music videos and celebrity endorsements before influencer marketing was even a term. With grit and marketing genius, he built FUBU into a $6 billion global brand. Later, as a Shark Tank investor, he became a mentor to countless entrepreneurs, all while staying true to his roots.

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