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Kim Nelson
Surviving Shark Tank! Living the American Dream
Kim Nelson became one of America’s most recognized entrepreneurs after her breakthrough appearance on the hit reality TV show Shark Tank.
Standing at 5’4”, Kim packs a giant-sized message about resilience, determination, and achieving the American Dream. In her dynamic and fast-paced keynote presentations, Kim shares her inspiring journey, showing audiences that with tenacity and the right mindset, they too can overcome challenges and ignite their own entrepreneurial power.
A true frontrunner, Kim’s entrepreneurial journey has been nothing short of remarkable. "Entrepreneurship is an attitude that requires the belief you can conquer anything," says Kim. Her unyielding drive and resilience led her to Shark Tank, where her company, Daisy Cakes, skyrocketed to national recognition.
Kim’s appearance on the show caught the attention of Barbara Corcoran, who invested $50,000 for a 25% stake in the company. In a deal that became iconic, Corcoran asked Kim to pay her $1 per cake until she repaid the $50,000 investment. Kim not only paid back every penny, but her company saw explosive growth—from sales of $27,000 to more than $3.1 million today.
Kim, hailing from Pauline, South Carolina, is the CEO of Daisy Cakes, a company that’s now a household name. Her success story has been featured on national media outlets, including The Today Show, CNN, and ABC World News Tonight.
Currently, Kim is preparing for her national speaking tour, titled “Surviving Shark Tank! Living the American Dream”, where she’ll continue to inspire others to take bold steps toward their dreams.
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