Robert Herjavec is a dynamic business leader, highly sought-after speaker, and television personality with a remarkable journey from humble beginnings to global success.
As the founder and CEO of Cyderes, a leading cybersecurity company, Robert has built and sold multiple successful ventures, including BRAK Systems, which he sold to AT&T for $30.2 million, and The Herjavec Group, which grew into one of Canada’s largest cybersecurity companies with over $200 million in annual revenue.
A star on Shark Tank in the U.S. and Dragons’ Den in Canada, Robert’s keen eye for innovative startups and his signature blend of tough love and business savvy have earned him the respect of entrepreneurs across the globe. Robert also stars in the Australian edition of Shark Tank, where his insights continue to inspire developing entrepreneurs.
Robert is the bestselling author of three acclaimed books: Driven: How to Succeed in Business and Life, The Will to Win: Leading, Competing, Succeeding, and You Don’t Have to Be a Shark: Creating Your Own Success. His books have been widely read and are often cited as motivational tools for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone aiming to make their mark.
Robert’s career is not only about business but resilience, perseverance, and the willingness to take risks. After a career start in the film industry, Robert transitioned to the tech world, where he revolutionised the cybersecurity landscape. His unique story, marked by his rise from a small Croatian village to becoming a self-made millionaire.
An Emmy Award-winning television personality, Robert has lit up stages and screens across the globe, sharing the spotlight with leaders like Tony Robbins and Oprah Winfrey.
Bio
- Robert Herjavec is a star on ABC’s Emmy-winning reality series “Shark Tank”
- Founder and CEO of the Herjavec Group, one of North America’s fastest growing technology companies, with over $500 million in sales
- Built and sold several IT companies to major players such as AT&T
- Bestselling author of three books: “Driven, The Will to Win,” and “You Don’t Have to Be a Shark”
- Received 2012 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award