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“In my mind, there are too many copycat web products out there that are doing the same thing.”

Quote by Daymond John

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Daymond John, born on February 23, 1969, is a successful entrepreneur known for his ventures in the fashion industry, particularly for founding the FUBU brand. John has extensive experience in the business world and has served as an investor and mentor in various fields. more

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