Matt Higgins was a Guest Shark on ABC’s Shark Tank, is an Executive Fellow and teacher at Harvard Business School, and, through RSE Ventures, the private investment firm he co-founded, an investor in some of America’s most beloved brands.

Matt began his career as the youngest press secretary in New York City history, where he helped manage the global press response during 9/11. He has been an executive for two NFL teams – currently serving as vice chairman of the Miami Dolphins.

Matt’s newest book, Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential, is available now.

Find out more about Matt at burntheboatsbook.com.

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