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A young entrepreneur, industry pioneer, highly regarded marketing expert and a man who has surpassed new heights of commercial and financialsuccess are just a few ways people have described Daymond John. Over the last 20 years, Daymond John (The Shark) has evolved from one of the most successful fashion icons of his generation to a highly sought after brandingexpert, author, consultant, and as a speaker in business and motivational genres. Daymond’s creative vision and strong knowledge of the marketplace created one of the most iconic fashion brands in recent years. FUBU, (“For Us By Us”), represented a lifestyle that was neglected by other clothing companies. In 2009, John joined the cast of the ABC entrepreneurial business show, Shark Tank, produced by acclaimed TV producer Mark Burnett. As one of the “Sharks”, Daymond and four other prominent executives listen to business pitches from everyday people hoping to launch their company or product to new heights. Investing his own money in every project, Daymond becomes partners with the entrepreneurs helping turn their dreams into a reality. Millions of viewers tune into the show as Daymond demonstrates hismarketing prowess and entrepreneurial insights, which have earned him his nickname as “The Shark.” Due to the increasing amount of requests from major companies, Shark Branding was formed to provide companies with the marketing insights that have made The Shark, Daymond John’s companies successful over the years. The firm consults companies on innovative strategies to connect with their consumers more effectively by associating with the world’s most influential celebrities, musicians, and personalities. In recognition of his contributions to fashion and the face of American business, Daymond has been celebrated with some of the most prestigiousawards including: keys to over a dozen cities, Brandweek Marketer of the Year, the Advertising Age Marketing 1000 Award for Outstanding AdCampaign, the first ever Essence Award given to a company, Crain's Business of New York Forty Under Forty Award, Ernst & Young’s New York Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the Brandeis University International Business School’s Asper Award for Excellence in Global Entrepreneurship,the NAACP Entrepreneurs of the Year Award and the Congressional Achievement Award for Entrepreneurship just to name a few.

With over 23 years of experience in the ultimate “people” business known as the collection industry, Mark Mathia has a long list of accomplishments to his credit. Positively impacting the industry as the CEO and Executive Coach of Tiburon Financial & Trident Coaching Systems Mark has had the opportunity to coach, train and speak to a variety of people from small corporate training sessions to large multiday conferences. Mark has always been a student of business obtaining his undergraduate degree in Business Communications from Dana College in Blair, Nebraska and then his Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Bellevue University. Mark has been leading others in progressive organizations inspiring them towards a servant leadership methodology that has moved the teams and people he has served towards fulfillment in business and life. Mark has been a mentor to many and leads the same no matter where he is serving. Often referred to as a coach, Mark has shared his insights and been published in periodicals such as Collector Magazine, New Man Magazine and the Inside ARM Newsletter. Mark created and heads an internal leadership development program in his business called the University of Tiburon. Mark is a prolific blogger and communicator.

Marc has over 20 years of private equity and venture investment experience and was a founding Director of Metamorphic Ventures before joining as a Managing Partner. Marc was formerly Group Head at TD Capital (USA) in New York, TD Bank's $500 million private equity fund focused on the media and communications sectors. Prior to joining TD Capital, Marc was the Managing Partner of EOS Partners SBIC, a $60 million venture capital fund focused on business services, media and telecommunications. Marc began his career at Merrill Lynch Interfunding, a $1.3 billion middle market buyout fund. While leading TD Capital, Marc co-founded Precyse Solutions, a leading health information management company still operating and growing today. Marc's passion is helping entrepreneurs build their businesses from start-up to ramp to exit. He has helped management teams build their executive teams, develop their operational and corporate strategy and assisted them with executing financings of every type. Marc has served on numerous boards of directors in partnership with management and co-investors. Marc has been involved in many successful companies including Coinstar, Mountain Union Telecom, CADIS Software, FrontierVision, Open Development Software, Precyse Solutions, Telemundo, Robb Report, Reiman Publishing, Alaska Native Wireless, Tritel PCS, Triton PCS, Wireless One, Brooks Fiber, Bresnan Cable, and Peapod.Marc graduated with a BA degree from Emory University in 1983 and a MBA from Wharton School of Business of the University of Pennsylvania in 1987.