Today I spoke in LA at an event with Richard Branson as the headliner and Christian Audigier (Creator: ED HARDY shown BELOW) as the closer....what a lineup! The "Perfect Pitch 2009" seemed to be a huge success to me. With hundreds of aspiring entrepreneurs and investors in attendance I know that I was inspired by all of the success stories and information shared. I love these events. The greatest thing about these entrepreneur events is also the most humbling: hearing SO MANY incredible stories of success, over-achieving and ridiculous wealth creation--all under one roof. THAT is America at its best - no matter what Michael Moore says about it. Capitalism breeds unbridled innovation - God bless America. (GOTTA see the vid below though!)
I spoke on a panel with Apprentice (2nd Season) winner, Kelly Perdew. It was fun to rewind a bit and recant some of my experience from the old Rebel Billionaire days. I was reminded of just what a rare opportunity that was. God bless America. (Me and Kelly Perdew shown right)
One of the coolest entrepreneur presentations ("pitches") of the day came from the founder of Icon Aircraft. I was blown away by his concept for a "Sport Plane," meant to tap into the "Power Sports" market (Sport Cars, Sport Bikes, Sport Boats, etc)...but for planes. This plane is SICK. Checkout: http://www.iconaircraft.com/ It will only cost about $140k and anyone can fly it, on land or on water...and tow it home on a trailer.
Finally, in contrast, I leave you with this thought - which can only be expressed in this real-life, unplanned, un-scripted, spur-of-the-moment little video that I just had to record as I watched TV the other night. THIS is the antithesis of everything that I stand for. I mean, hats off to Bob for his entrepreneurship, but OH, America - don't give in to becoming the unabashed couch potato that this ad implies that you are....
God bless America??
-- Shawny D.
Do I hear Christian Audigier Sactional covers???... Just an idea! Keep Rockin' the sac ChiefSac!
K.Trice
Posted by: K.Trice | November 05, 2009 at 09:49 PM
Shawny - I'd love to get in touch with you, have tried to chat via Twitter and have sent emails to standard LoveSac contact email. Not trying to spam, would just love to chat.
Posted by: Jason Sadler | November 03, 2009 at 12:14 AM
Dont feel bad Shawn, America loves LoveSac! We just need to get it out there more insted of these idiots! [That's my job:] Your blog always fascinates me. Oh, I just bought my 2nd sac! PillowSac. Next step to UBER-LoveSac my living room. I mean O-lamps and ALL!!! Have a great day!
-Tyler [#1 LoveSac fan ever!!]
Posted by: Tyler | October 31, 2009 at 03:53 PM
"The greatest thing about these entrepreneur events is also the most humbling: hearing SO MANY incredible stories of success, over-achieving and ridiculous wealth creation--all under one roof. THAT is America at its best"
Unfortunately, these successful entrepreneurs are a small fraction of the population. That's great and all, but it's not really a fair generalization of what America is. Capitalism is great when you're on top, Shawn. You should take a look at this: http://www.faculty.fairfield.edu/faculty/hodgson/Courses/so11/stratification/income&wealth.htm
Posted by: Jon | October 28, 2009 at 11:59 AM
Can we (Lovesac) vow to never do cheap corny annoying TV commercials like that ever?
Posted by: Dan Bostelman | October 27, 2009 at 12:15 PM