Gregory Shepard is a visionary entrepreneur and business leader who has successfully built and sold twelve companies spanning industries such as BioTech, TransitTech, AdTech, and MarTech. Over his distinguished career, he has worked with startups, turnarounds, carveouts, cleanups, and roll-ups, demonstrating a rare ability to navigate complex business landscapes.
His crowning achievement came in 2016 when he sold two of his own companies as part of a groundbreaking cross-brand deal totaling over $925 million, winning four private equity awards for transactions between $250M - $1B
In 2024, Shepard released his debut book, The Startup Lifecycle: The Definitive Guide to Building a Startup from Idea to Exit, published by Penguin Random House. The book has been widely acclaimed, earning praise from NAVY admirals, Fulbright scholars, the Israel Ministry of Economy, and the Partnership for Economic Policy as a must-read for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business leaders alike.
Beyond his writing, Shepard has contributed over 100 articles to prestigious publications such as Forbes, Fortune, Entrepreneur, The New York Observer, The DEAL, and Thrive Global. He also hosts Startup Science, a Forbes Radio podcast, co-founded the Fulbright Entrepreneurship Initiative, and in 2020, launched a global series seed investment syndicate.
As a dynamic and sought-after speaker, Shepard has delivered keynote addresses at TEDx, Ivy League universities, and leading investor, entrepreneur, and corporate conferences worldwide. His talks, consistently rated five stars, are a masterful blend of entertainment and education, leaving audiences both inspired and informed.
What truly sets Shepard apart is his extraordinary personal journey. Despite facing significant obstacles—including dyslexia, neurodivergence, and growing up in extreme poverty—he defied the odds to achieve remarkable success. A calculated risk-taker, he captivates audiences with humorous, inspiring, and courageous stories, from his early days as a rattlesnake salesman to guiding founders in building and selling their startups for life-changing wealth.
Yet, despite his achievements, Gregory Shepard remains deeply committed to giving back. Through philanthropy and advocacy, he champions “altruistic capitalism,” a business philosophy that integrates social and environmental responsibility into corporate strategy.
From humble beginnings to navigating a world not designed for neurodivergent individuals, Shepard stands as a living testament to the power of fearless optimism and unwavering determination. His journey proves that with passion, resilience, and a willingness to challenge convention, extraordinary success is within reach.
Gregory Shepard is a visionary entrepreneur and business leader who has successfully built and sold twelve companies spanning industries such as BioTech, TransitTech, AdTech, and MarTech. Over his distinguished career, he has worked with startups, turnarounds, carveouts, cleanups, and roll-ups, demonstrating a rare ability to navigate complex business landscapes.
His crowning achievement came in 2016 when he sold two of his own companies as part of a groundbreaking cross-brand deal totaling over $925 million, winning four private equity awards for transactions between $250M - $1B
In 2024, Shepard released his debut book, The Startup Lifecycle: The Definitive Guide to Building a Startup from Idea to Exit, published by Penguin Random House. The book has been widely acclaimed, earning praise from NAVY admirals, Fulbright scholars, the Israel Ministry of Economy, and the Partnership for Economic Policy as a must-read for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business leaders alike.
Beyond his writing, Shepard has contributed over 100 articles to prestigious publications such as Forbes, Fortune, Entrepreneur, The New York Observer, The DEAL, and Thrive Global. He also hosts Startup Science, a Forbes Radio podcast, co-founded the Fulbright Entrepreneurship Initiative, and in 2020, launched a global series seed investment syndicate.
As a dynamic and sought-after speaker, Shepard has delivered keynote addresses at TEDx, Ivy League universities, and leading investor, entrepreneur, and corporate conferences worldwide. His talks, consistently rated five stars, are a masterful blend of entertainment and education, leaving audiences both inspired and informed.
What truly sets Shepard apart is his extraordinary personal journey. Despite facing significant obstacles—including dyslexia, neurodivergence, and growing up in extreme poverty—he defied the odds to achieve remarkable success. A calculated risk-taker, he captivates audiences with humorous, inspiring, and courageous stories, from his early days as a rattlesnake salesman to guiding founders in building and selling their startups for life-changing wealth.
Yet, despite his achievements, Gregory Shepard remains deeply committed to giving back. Through philanthropy and advocacy, he champions “altruistic capitalism,” a business philosophy that integrates social and environmental responsibility into corporate strategy.
From humble beginnings to navigating a world not designed for neurodivergent individuals, Shepard stands as a living testament to the power of fearless optimism and unwavering determination. His journey proves that with passion, resilience, and a willingness to challenge convention, extraordinary success is within reach.
From Struggle to Strength: A Journey of Resilience, Ingenuity, and Success
Discover the awe-inspiring story of Gregory Shepard, an entrepreneur who triumphed over adversity and became a renowned figure in the business world. From a challenging childhood marked by poverty and neurodivergence, Greg defied all expectations, building and selling successful ventures in Martech, BioTech, TransitTech, and AdTech. Join us as Greg shares his path, from selling snakes as a child to overcoming prejudice and finding confidence through bodybuilding. Learn how he pushed...
The Startup Lifecycle
Format: Keynote, Question & Answer
This program is perfect for:
- Program Managers for Entreprenuer Organizations
- Entrepreneurs
- Investors & Mentors
The audience will leave with:
- The main ways startups fail
- How we can improve the startup success rate
In this session, based on Gregory...
Altruistic Capitalism: Empowering Change
Join us for an inspiring keynote as we delve into the remarkable journey of Gregory Shepard, a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Despite facing poverty and navigating seven neurodivergent conditions, Gregory has triumphed over adversity, becoming a successful author, speaker, and angel investor.
In this thought-provoking talk, Gregory shares his personal experiences and unveils the concept of "Altruistic Capitalism." Discover how Gregory harnesses...
Embracing Neurodiversity for a Brighter Future: Empowering Individuals and Revolutionizing the Business World
In the quest for diversity, equity, and inclusion, neurodiversity often remains overlooked. Yet, up to 20% of the global population is neurodivergent, with unique ways of interacting with the world due to conditions like autism, ADHD, or learning disabilities.
In this inspiring keynote, Gregory Shepard shares his remarkable story of true grit, resilience, and ingenuity and the challenges he faced as a neurodiverse individual. Discover how Gregory's remarkable journey...
Cracking the Code: Understanding Why Founders Fail and How to Rise Above
Have you ever wondered why the failure rate of startups is so high? In fact, studies show that approximately 90% of founders fail. But what steps can we take to decrease this failure rate?
In this engaging keynote, renowned serial entrepreneur, author, and angel investor Gregory Shepard shares invaluable insights into the common missteps made by early-stage startups and unveils strategies to avoid them.
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned...
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AceTech Leadership Summit
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K.T., Program Director, AceTech Leadership Summit
Verificado @gmail.com“On behalf of the ACETECH team and Board, thank you so much for your contribution to the success of the Acetech Leadership Summit. CEOs rated the overall value of the Summit 9.0 out of 10! We are thrilled!”
UCSD
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S.T., Catalyst Executive Director, UCSD
Verificado @startupscience.io“Greg is an engaging and powerful speaker. His BOSS method is practical, efficient, and focused on execution. Every entrepreneur, investor, or business leader would benefit from it.”
San Diego Innovation Council
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R.F., Co-Founder, San Diego Innovation Council
“The entire audience was engaged and inspired!”
Alacrity Canda
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C.S.C., Program Manager, Alacrity Canda
We conducted a survey post a FulBright entrepreneur initiative event in Victoria; a survey question was "What would you like to see more of ?" half of them expressed a desire for "More Greg”!
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