Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary to Speak at WTAMU in September

Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary to Speak at WTAMU in September

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If you are a huge fan of ABC's Shark Tank, then you probably have your favorite entrepreneur, whether it is Mark, Lori, Barbara, Robert, Daymond, and yes, Kevin. I'm sure you also have the one entrepreneur you just scream at because they annoy you so badly. Whoever you love to watch, or love to hate, you need to mark your calendars, because one of those entrepreneurs is coming to West Texas A&M University.

Mr. Wonderful himself, Kevin O'Leary, will be making his way to the WTAMU campus in September. Kevin O'Leary will be the guest speaker at the latest Hill Institute speaker series at WTAMU.

When and Where to See Kevin O'Leary at WTAMU

Kevin O'Leary will be presenting "Lessons from a Shark: Liberty, Responsibility and the Entrepreneurial Spirit" on Monday, September 21 at 7 pm at the First United Bank Center on the WT Campus.

Tickets for the event are $5 and may be purchased here.

Who Is Kevin O'Leary?

Kevin O’Leary at a glance

  • Shark Tank star: O’Leary has been one of the original investors on ABC’s Shark Tank since 2009.
  • He was a part of Canada’s Dragon’s Den in 2006, before Shark Tank, where his blunt advice was noticed.
  • He founded O’Leary Ventures in 2000, where he invested in start-ups.
  • He co-founded Storage Now, which was later acquired for $110 million. He also invested in Stream Global Services, which was later acquired for $820 million.
  • Involved in many financial businesses including: O’Leary Ventures, Beanstox, and O’Shares Investments.
  • Author: He has written multiple best-selling books about money and finances.
  • He has been an investor in WonderFi, a regulated cryptocurrency trading platform.
  • Acting: He was in the 2025 movie Marty Supreme with Timothée Chalamet and Gwyneth Paltrow.
  • Educator and speaker: He has spoken to students, business audiences, and fellow entrepreneurs across the country.

If you are a fan of Shark Tank, love Mr. Wonderful, or want to learn more about entrepreneurship, then you will want to make sure you attend this wonderful event.

Dr. Ben Carson was the guest lecturer in 2025 and spoke to a sold-out crowd.

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What Is the Hill Institute?

The Hill Institute is an academy of researchers, teachers, and students that was established on February 17, 2022, and named after the second and longest-serving president of WTAMU when it was West Texas Normal College, JA Hill.

Read More: Walter Wendler Leaves WTAMU With Big Wins and Bigger Questions

The Hill Institute is based on 10 values:

  1. Trust
  2. Family life
  3. Hard work
  4. Regard for others
  5. Personal responsibility
  6. Compatriotism and patriotism
  7. Virtue
  8. Faith
  9. Personal and civic loyalty
  10. Rugged individualism

Make your plans and grab your tickets to see Mr. Wonderful, Kevin O'Leary, on the WTAMU Campus on September 21.

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