Business Event of the Year: Robert Herjavec, Marcus Lemonis, Jon Taffer and More!
Entrepreneur's event of the year, Level Up, is arriving in Las Vegas August 22-23. Come learn game-changing strategies from business legends, make powerful connections, and unlock new growth opportunities — all in one action-packed experience.
Are you ready to transform your business, supercharge your network, and learn directly from industry titans? This August 22-23, the Entrepreneur Level Up event is your ticket to success. Don't miss your chance to be in the room where deals are made, partnerships are forged, and entrepreneurial journeys are transformed.
What You'll Experience and Learn
At Level Up, you'll get more than just inspiration — you'll walk away with actionable strategies and connections that can change your business trajectory. Here's what attendees can expect:
Learn proven, tested strategies from entrepreneurs who have built, scaled, and exited multimillion-dollar companies
Unlock insider secrets for securing funding, attracting investors, and scaling your business with capital
Master cutting-edge marketing tactics to dominate your market and future-proof your business
Connect with a powerful network of 1,000+ business owners, investors, and partners
Gain exclusive access to VIP events and opportunities, including pitching for a spot on Season 14 of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch
Meet the Speakers
Prepare to learn from some of the most influential names in business and entrepreneurship, including:
Robert Herjavec – President, Herjavec Entertainment Corp.
Kim Perell – 9× Founder, Investor; Sold company for $235M
Marcus Lemonis – CEO and Chairman of Camping World, Executive Chairman of Beyond, and Host of "The Fixer" on Fox
Jon Taffer – Executive Producer and Host of Paramount Network's "Bar Rescue" and hospitality expert
And more speakers to be announced!
When and Where
Dates: August 22–23, 2025
Location: Virgin Hotels, Las Vegas
Early Bird tickets are available now — save 50% before prices increase. All attendees also get access to exclusive hotel discounts at Virgin Hotels when booking before July 30th, keeping you at the center of the action.
Ready to level up your business and your future? Secure your spot at the Entrepreneur Level Up event now and join the community of founders, visionaries, and leaders who are shaping tomorrow's business landscape.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Entrepreneur
an hour ago
- Entrepreneur
სელფი მობაილი ZEG ფესტივალის პარტნიორია
საავტორო უფლება © 2025 Entrepreneur Media, LLC ყველა უფლება დაცულია. Entrepreneur® and its related marks are registered trademarks of Entrepreneur Media LLC
Entrepreneur
an hour ago
- Entrepreneur
Can Style Carry a Story?
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're reading Entrepreneur United Kingdom, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. When war uproots your life, hesitation is a luxury you cannot afford. For Yana Smaglo, founder of Nenya, a brand born amid chaos, the choice was clear: act fast, stay focused, and build something meaningful. Nenya is a Ukrainian fashion brand, and after fleeing Kyiv due to the Russian invasion in 2022, Yana relocated to Huddersfield, Yorkshire. "It wasn't the time to overthink, hesitate, or be slow. There's a war in my country, and in times like that, you need to act fast, work as a team, and focus on one main goal - freedom and victory," she reflects. "I've always made quick decisions in critical situations, and I believe that's one of the most important qualities for an entrepreneur." But Yana's story is more than a tale of resilience; it's a lesson in spotting opportunity in crisis. "At the same time, I saw an opportunity: empty spaces in the market, strong and talented suppliers back home, and a real chance to connect them with new markets. Even in the middle of chaos, there are moments where you can build something meaningful - you just have to be ready to notice them and move." Starting with little more than a laptop and vision, Yana launched a simple Shopify store. But she refused to treat it as just another online shop. "From the very beginning, I treated it not just as a store, but as a brand with a mission: to support Ukrainian manufacturers, create jobs, and show the world the strength, resilience, and creativity of my country." Her approach was hands-on and authentic. "I focused on finding unique products, building real relationships with my suppliers, and telling authentic stories behind every piece we offered. I moved fast, adjusted constantly, and looked for every opportunity to get the brand seen." The boldness paid off when NENYA caught the eye of Dragons' Den. For Yana, the opportunity went beyond investment. "When Dragons' Den came along, it wasn't just about investment - it was a chance to amplify our mission. I believed in what we were doing and wasn't afraid to speak about it openly, even in front of cameras. That honesty and clarity of purpose is what connected with the investors, and it has been great working alongside them." Though the deal didn't proceed, she remains undeterred, planning alternative funding to keep NENYA's momentum. Central to her entrepreneurial drive is an unshakable sense of purpose. "Purpose is everything for NENYA. It's not just a business for me - it's a way to fight for my country with the tools I have. Every product we sell means one more working place saved in Ukraine, one more supplier able to pay their team, one more step toward economic stability in the middle of a war." This mission guides every decision, sustaining the business through hardship. "That mission gives us clarity in every decision we make and keeps us moving, even when things get difficult. It also naturally attracts people, partners, and customers who share our values - those who care about freedom, resilience, and meaningful products. Purpose turns a small business into a movement. It's the heart of NENYA's growth and the reason we keep going." Her advice for entrepreneurs hoping to build with impact is grounded and urgent. "Start with a purpose you truly believe in, not just something that sounds good on paper. Social impact isn't a marketing strategy — it's a responsibility. You have to be ready to fight for it when no one's watching, when money's tight, and when things get tough." She urges founders to be realistic and relentless: "Be honest about what you can change and how you'll measure that impact. Small actions, done consistently, lead to real results. Surround yourself with people who care about the same mission, and don't be afraid to ask for help or build unlikely partnerships. And most importantly - act fast. The world doesn't wait, and if you have the chance to do good while building your business, take it." Looking ahead, Yana's vision for NENYA is ambitious and inspiring. "My goal is to build the largest distribution company representing the very best of Ukrainian products and services. We truly have so much to offer the world, and I'm proud of it. I want NENYA to become a trusted, powerful channel for Ukrainian manufacturers to expand into international markets - helping them grow, create jobs, and share the spirit of Ukraine worldwide." In a world that often feels uncertain, Yana Smaglo's journey is a testament to the power of purpose-driven entrepreneurship - to build, to fight, and to create lasting impact against all odds.
CNN
an hour ago
- CNN
Wall Street is making some seriously weird trades
Wall Street traders hunting for profits might find that the most lucrative investments are in the peculiar market for precious metals. Gold, silver and platinum prices have surged this year as investors have piled into precious metals in search of places to hide from trade war uncertainty. President Donald Trump's chaotic tariff plan has rocked markets, and investors have tried to minimize risk by putting some money in safe haven assets. While gold is historically considered a haven, demand for havens has spilled over into its wonky cousins like silver and platinum. The metals craze is reflected in the numbers: Precious metals are trouncing the US stock market this year. Gold has soared 27.5%, silver is up 24% and platinum has surged a whopping 36%. Meanwhile, after rising by 23% last year and 24% in 2023, the S&P 500 is up less than 3% so far this year; there is an unusual amount of jitters in the normally staid bond market; and the US dollar has broadly weakened after rising 7% last year. As bonds have been volatile and the dollar has weakened amid tariff turmoil, weird investments like silver and platinum have emerged as a way to hedge against the tremendous uncertainty. 'These dynamics have further incentivized investors to diversify away from traditional financial instruments and toward tangible assets,' Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank, said in a Friday note. 'Gold continues to be the primary haven,' Hansen added, 'but with bullion demand showing signs of stalling as investors look for a fresh trigger to propel prices higher, we have instead in recent weeks seen heightened interest in silver (and) platinum.' Silver and platinum prices have surged higher in recent weeks as investors have sought ways to diversify their portfolios. Supply constraints have also pushed prices higher, Hansen said, and the metals increasingly look like a 'rational hedge against political and financial instability.' 'These commodities are viewed as politically neutral; unlike sovereign bonds or foreign currencies, they carry no counterparty risk and are not tied to any nation's credit rating,' Hansen said. 'While we remain cautious about predicting an imminent surge to new all-time highs, the macroeconomic backdrop is increasingly supportive of precious metals.' Precious metal prices have also pushed higher as investors have picked up on budding rallies, building a momentum-driven trend, according to Steve Sosnick, chief strategist at Interactive Brokers. Bank of America's survey of global fund managers in May showed that gold was the most crowded trade for the second month in a row. That snapped the Magnificent Seven tech stocks' 24-month streak as the most crowded trade. During the first quarter of the year, gold posted its strongest quarterly return since 1986. The yellow metal is up 27.5% this year, following its 27% surge from last year. Gold surged higher this year as investors fretted over the uncertain outlook for tariffs. Spot gold prices in April briefly rose above a record high of $3,500 a troy ounce. Gold traded around $3,350 a troy ounce as of Wednesday. Gold is considered a resilient investment and a hedge against inflation, with investors betting it will retain its value when prices rise. While Wall Street has gold fever, the price of gold has also been boosted by central banks around the world, including in India and China, buying bullion to add to their reserves. Gold demand from central banks was a key driver of its price surge in 2024, according to the World Gold Council, a trade group. Another factor driving gold prices higher has been a weaker US dollar, Sosnick said. When the dollar weakens, commodities like gold tend to perform well as it becomes cheaper for foreign investors to buy bullion. The US dollar index, which measures the dollar's strength against six major foreign currencies, is down almost 9% this year. 'Gold continues to consolidate above $3,300, underpinned by persistent geopolitical risks, uncertainty on trade and a soft dollar,' said Peter A. Grant, vice president and senior metals strategist at Zaner Metals, in a Tuesday note. As gold has soared higher, silver has started to catch up. Spot silver prices have surged 24% this year after soaring 21% in 2024. Silver this week crossed $36 a troy ounce and hit its highest level since 2012. Michael DiRienzo, president and CEO at the industry group Silver Institute, told CNN that silver prices have surged higher due to industrial demand and heightened economic uncertainty. 'There's just a lot of concern about the global economy, and when that happens, people turn to hard assets like silver,' DiRienzo said. 'Silver tends to follow gold upwards,' he added. Silver is widely used for industrial purposes, including data centers, solar panels and smartphones, and uncertainty about tariffs has caused demand for silver to surge, DiRienzo said. 'It's really reverting back to its dual use as an industrial metal and as a precious metal,' he said. 'And both sides of the ledger are kind of coming together to push this price forward.' Sustained demand for silver, driven by investors and industry, could push the metal to record highs, according to commodities research firm CPM Group. 'Silver offers an attractive entry point for investors seeking alternatives to high-priced gold, bolstered by its extensive industrial applications,' analysts at CPM Group said in a May note. People can invest in silver or gold in the form of bars and coins, or in the form of exchange-traded funds. The iShares Silver Trust ETF has surged 25% this year alongside the price of silver. The SPDR Gold Trust ETF has surged 27% this year. Sosnick at Interactive Brokers said he also thinks silver's rise has been momentum-driven as traders have tried to join in on the rally. Platinum has also surged alongside silver as a less costly investment than gold. Platinum has gained a whopping 36% this year after falling almost 10% across 2024. Spot platinum prices this week rose above $1,200 a troy ounce and hit their highest level since 2021. 'While gold has dominated the performance of the metals complex over the last year, we are starting to see the laggards like platinum … emerge from bases to catch-up a bit,' said Jonathan Krinsky, chief markets technician at global financial services firm BTIG, in a recent note. The precious metal, which is used in industries including automotive and jewelry, has rallied largely due to demand exceeding supply. Platinum has surged higher in recent weeks after the World Platinum Investment Council, a trade group, projected a deficit for the third year in a row. 'This anticipated shortfall, which will draw down existing above-ground inventories, is being driven by demand from the automotive sector and, notably, a surge in Chinese interest in jewelry, bars and coins,' Saxo Bank's Hansen said. 'Jewelers are the second-biggest platinum buyer after the auto industry,' analysts at Bank of America said in a Friday note. 'After years of declining demand, there is anecdotal evidence that interest in platinum jewelry is now bouncing back in China.' 'Rising gold prices are incentivizing jewelers to diversify, in what represents a change to historical patterns,' the analysts noted.
