Kevin O'Leary

Kevin O'Leary is a Canadian entrepreneur, investor, author, and television personality known for co-founding SoftKey Software Products and for his role on television business shows such as Dragons' Den and Shark Tank.

Kevin O'Leary is a Canadian entrepreneur, investor, author, and television personality known for co-founding SoftKey Software Products and for his role on television business shows such as Dragons' Den and Shark Tank. Born in Montreal, Quebec, he became widely recognized as "Mr. Wonderful" on Shark Tank. He has also led or been associated with several investment and consumer brands, including O'Leary Financial Group, O'Leary Ventures, and O'Shares Investment Advisers.

Early life and education

Kevin O'Leary was born in Montreal, Quebec, on July 9, 1954. Public biographies note that he later built a career in business and finance.

Business career

O'Leary co-founded SoftKey Software Products in the 1980s, which later became associated with The Learning Company. He later became involved with investment and financial ventures including O'Leary Funds, O'Leary Ventures, and O'Shares Investment Advisers. He is also the founder and chief sommelier of O'Leary Fine Wines.

Television career

O'Leary rose to wider prominence as a panelist on the Canadian television series Dragons' Den, which he joined in 2006. In 2009, he joined the American show Shark Tank as one of the investors evaluating business pitches. He is commonly referred to by the nickname "Mr. Wonderful."

Personal life

Public sources identify Linda O'Leary as his spouse. He has also been described as an author and media commentator.