Kevin O'Leary is a Canadian businessman, investor, and television personality. He co-founded SoftKey Software Products, which became a major educational software company before being sold to The Learning Company. O'Leary later launched O'Leary Funds, a mutual fund company, and gained widespread fame as a panelist on the reality TV show 'Shark Tank.' Known for his direct style and focus on returns, he has been involved in various investment ventures and public speaking engagements.