342. Empowering Minds: Gregory Shepard's Neurodivergent Entrepreneurial Journey & $900M Plus in Exits

Raw and Real Entrepreneurship

19-02-2024 • 56 mins

Join Susan Sly on the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast as she talks to Gregory Shepard, Co-Founder of BOSS Capital Partners, about his unconventional journey as an entrepreneur. Gregory's unique global perspective and challenging experiences set him apart from traditional C-suite executives.   In this episode, Gregory discusses the transformative power of entrepreneurship, starting over, and navigating neurodivergence in the business world. He shares his approach to tackling challenges, adapting to change, and building a supportive team.   With 20 years of experience as a startup veteran, 14 successful liquidity events, and key roles in a $925M transaction with four PE awards, Gregory is an impressive entrepreneur who believes in empowering young entrepreneurs and envisions a new era in angel investing deal-making.   Listen to Gregory's entrepreneurial journey, including importing Rubik's cubes and selling exotic pets. The episode is packed with insights and showcases Gregory Shepard's unwavering commitment to turning challenges into opportunities for growth and success.   About Gregory Shepard Greg is a 20 year startup veteran and serial entrepreneur with 14 liquidity events under his belt, two of which were sold as part of a $925M transaction that won 4 PE awards for transactions between $250M-$1B. A ForbesBooks author and has written over 100 articles published in 25 national and international publications. A TEDX speaker and keynote speaker for universities, associations and conferences worldwide. He is the Host of Meet The BOSS Forbes Radio show and has been featured as a guest on over 25 popular podcasts as well as numerous network TV and radio shows. Greg Co-Founded BOSS Capital Partners, a global syndicate for investing in tech startups worldwide. Greg Co-Founded BOSSStartupScience the learning center is based on Greg’s Business Operating Support System (BOSS) an open source methodology developed to empower entrepreneurs while increasing startup success rate.   Connect with Gregory Facebook @GregoryJShepard Instagram @gregshepard_ LinkedIn @gregshepard Twitter @GregShepard_ Website https://www.gregoryshepard.com/   About Susan Sly Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.   Connect With Susan Twitter @Susanslylive Twitter @rawandrealentr1 LinkedIn @susansly Facebook @susanslylive Website https://susansly.com/ Join Susan's Insider’s List   https://susansly.com/insider/