About This Speaker: Barbara Corcoran

Best known as the brilliant, brash, and beloved “Shark” on ABC’s four-time Emmy award-winning show, Shark Tank, Barbara Corcoran is one of North America’s most recognized and respected entrepreneurs. However, before she was a television personality, she was a business mogul. Barbara Corcoran famously turned a $1,000 loan into a five-billion-dollar real estate empire, making her a true American success story. Her journey is a powerful testament to the power of grit, innovation, and relentless determination.

The competitive world of New York real estate forged her business acumen. With that single loan, she founded The Corcoran Group. Through sheer will and street smarts, she built it into the largest and most famous real estate brand in the city. As a “Shark,” Barbara Corcoran has continued her legacy of building businesses. She is a sought-after investor and mentor who has invested in over 80 companies to date. Her keen eye for talent and her knack for nurturing entrepreneurs are legendary.

As a result of her incredible success, Barbara Corcoran is a highly sought-after keynote speaker for the world’s leading organizations. She has inspired audiences at top companies like Google, Microsoft, Coca-Cola, and General Motors. Beyond sharing expert insights, Barbara delivers dynamic, motivational, and often hilarious presentations packed with actionable advice. She connects with audiences instantly, sharing her hard-won wisdom on leadership, innovation, and leading teams to greatness.

Ultimately, Barbara Corcoran does more than just share her story. She leaves audiences energized, inspired, and equipped with the street smarts they need to rethink their businesses, reinvent their brands, and achieve their own incredible success.

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