Dave Lavinsky

Dave is the president of Photography Mavericks. He is also the co-founder of Growthink, a consulting and publishing company with a track record of empowering over 1 million entrepreneurs and business owners. Dave has the expertise to help you start, grow, and sell your company.

Expertise:

Business Plans, Business Consulting, Capital Raising, New Venture Development, Investment Banking, Business Metrics, Sales & Marketing.

Years of Experience:

Dave has over 25 years experience starting and growing companies.

Education:

BS, Commerce from the University of Virginia
MBA from the Anderson School of Management at UCLA

Books Published:

Author of the best selling book Start At The End: How Companies Can Grow Bigger and Faster By Reversing Their Business Plan, published by Wiley.

Biography

Dave Lavinsky is a distinguished figure in the business world, with a diverse array of achievements in multiple industries, marking him as a seasoned entrepreneur.

His passion for education and imparting wisdom shines through in his dynamic guest lectures at prestigious universities. Dave has crafted over 500 comprehensive business plans, significantly contributing to the growth of emerging entrepreneurs and established companies alike. He has also shared his wealth of knowledge through writing numerous articles on entrepreneurship, consulting, and obtaining financing.

Dave’s acclaimed book, “Start At The End,” published by Wiley, has made a significant impact on business growth strategies and quickly secured its place as a bestseller, establishing Dave as a foremost expert in his domain.

In addition to his contributions to literature, Dave has demonstrated his entrepreneurial prowess by founding and successfully exiting several companies. These ventures include Emerge Juice and Nutrition Systems, a leading entity in the health sector, and Shoutmouth, an innovative social media network for music enthusiasts. Dave also oversaw Z Reporter LLC, which managed an extensive portfolio of over 3,000 specialized information websites. He is the brain behind TopPayingKeywords, a company renowned for its expertise in Search Engine Marketing & Optimization.

Entrepreneurs looking for motivation and guidance frequently seek out Dave, appreciating his deep experience and entrepreneurial spirit as vital tools for their success. His impact on the business landscape is truly significant.