Kevin O’Leary is widely known as a successful investor, business mogul, and television personality. However, what many may not know is that O’Leary’s success began in the technology industry. He was an early pioneer in the field, launching his first business, Special Event Television, in the 1980s. This company combined technology and television to provide coverage of major sporting events such as the Olympic Games and America’s Cup.
O’Leary continued to make strides in the tech industry, co-founding SoftKey Software Products (later known as The Learning Company) in the early 1990s. The company created educational and entertainment software, and quickly became a major player in the industry. In 1996, O’Leary sold the company to Mattel for a whopping $4.2 billion, solidifying his spot as a tech innovator.
But O’Leary didn’t stop there. He went on to invest in various technology companies, including Alert Holdings and Dragon’s Den, and served as the chairman of O’Leary Funds where he invests in digital media, software, and technology. He has also become a sought-after speaker on the topics of technology and entrepreneurship, sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience with audiences around the world.
With his innovative ideas and fearless approach