Brian Smith Biography

Brian Smith, who was born in Australia, acquired a passion for surfing, which became one of the inspirations for the renowned brand UGG. He left the profession the day he graduated as a CPA in Australia. Instead, he moved to California and, after studying at the UCLA Graduate School of Management, Smith launched UGG Imports with $500 in seed capital to introduce sheepskin footwear to America. After seventeen years and $15 million in revenue, he sold the company to Deckers Outdoor Corporation. For numerous years, the UGG brand's international sales have surpassed $1 billion. Brian, a passionate inventor and entrepreneur, is one of the world's most sought for business presenters, captivating audiences of CEOs, business executives, and entrepreneurs. Brian serves as a mentor to many business executives and new entrepreneurs since his story is both inspiring and accessible. He wrote The Birth of a Brand, a riveting account of UGG's euphoric highs and heartbreaking lows, beginning with his conception of the idea and ending with the sale of the company as a multi-million dollar brand. Every business begins with conception, then birth...long infancy, toddling, childhood, and adolescence. This realization is profound because Brian, like most others, wanted to give up. Instead, Brian demonstrates how to dig deep to conquer any impediment in your path. Brian's incredible narrative demonstrates that you can adhere to your guns, honesty, and spirituality while growing a tremendously successful career and company, written with time-worn truisms and business savvy. His keynotes may be adapted to a wide range of groups, but they are all very motivating and follow the "tales" of his own personal exploits in creating the renowned UGG brand. Brian's Australian-style humour, heartfelt attitude, and business enthusiasm combine to provide a memorable presentation.

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