August 7, 2025 – Life After Debt Amber Duncan, Jimi Gibson Plays the Q10, and Shark Tank Judge Kevin Harrington

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Amber Duncan – Founder of Life After Debt

If you can solve a universal problem, you’re going to have a
million dollar company. That’s just the way I see the world.

Life After Debt is led by Amber Duncan, a serial entrepreneur who has seen the bottom, struggled (like so many), and turned that struggle into a passion project – helping others and meeting them where they are. After Amber and her husband – both mortgage brokers at the time – declared bankruptcy during the financial collapse of 2008, they recognized a need for support that walks individuals out of the silent prison debt and bankruptcy puts them in. Since then, propelled by a desire to create space for vulnerability in the financial world, Amber has helped thousands of individuals and helped settle over $100 million in credit card debt. Amber knows that everyone has a story, and also that everyone has the ability to find life after debt.
Kevin Harrington – Shark on Shark Tank and the Owner of Harrington Enterprises

You try to figure it out. But when 18 of the 20 might be smallbusinesses
that just aren’t right down your alley, it becomes very difficult to focus.

Kevin Harrington has launched over 20 businesses that each grew to over $100 million in sales, showcasing his remarkable entrepreneurial prowess. His involvement in more than a dozen public companies has further solidified his reputation as a seasoned business professional. With an impressive track record, Harrington has successfully introduced over 500 products to the market, generating an astounding $5 billion in sales worldwide. His collaborations with renowned brands and celebrities such as Jack Lalanne, Tony Little, George Foreman, and the revolutionary I-Grow hair restoration product on QVC have garnered widespread recognition. Over the course of his four-decade-long career, Harrington has been immersed in various ventures, serving as an Original Shark on the Emmy-winning TV show “Shark Tank.” He has also established himself as the inventor of the infomercial, pioneering the As Seen On TV industry. Additionally, Harrington co-founded both the Electronic Retailers Association (ERA) and the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), showcasing his commitment to fostering entrepreneurial communities. Harrington’s business ventures have provided him with extensive global experience across diverse markets, including the establishment of distribution outlets in more than 100 countries. His remarkable achievements led Mark Burnett to personally select him as an Original Shark on Shark Tank, where he has filmed over 175 segments. Currently, Harrington is actively engaged in working with companies to enhance their distribution networks, analyzing electronic retailing opportunities, and effectively marketing products through various channels such as digital, social media, TV, radio, and print. He utilizes his vast network of celebrity relationships and leverages his extensive rolodex to open doors and drive success for his ventures. In fact, Harrington’s involvement has contributed to a tenfold increase in the stock prices of several public companies. Kevin Harrington’s extraordinary entrepreneurial journey and unparalleled expertise have positioned him as a prominent figure in the business world, inspiring countless aspiring entrepreneurs to follow in his footsteps.