ADAM LEVIN
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Adam Levin: Entrepreneur, Investor, and Advocate for Ethical Leadership
Adam Levin is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a distinguished track record in founding, co-founding, and scaling innovative businesses across multiple industries. He is the founder of Boxlight Corporation (BOXL) and a co-founder of Pasithea Therapeutics (KTTA), Gryphon Digital Mining (GRYP), and Lucy Scientific (LSDI). He has been a key shareholder in HotelReservations.com and has successfully led high-profile acquisitions, including Bebo from AOL, StudiVZ from Holtzbrinck, Hightimes Magazine and Viximo, a leading social gaming platform.
With deep expertise in technology, life sciences, and digital media, Adam has a proven ability to identify and develop groundbreaking opportunities. He is widely recognized for his strategic insight and hands-on approach in guiding startups from early-stage growth through public offerings and acquisitions. His understanding of capital markets, corporate finance, and M&A has made him a sought-after advisor and collaborator in the business community.
Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Adam has been actively involved in philanthropy. He has served as Chair of the Finance Division for the Los Angeles Jewish Federation, where he played a vital role in supporting community initiatives. He is also engaged with organizations such as Rosie’s and From the Depths, among others, demonstrating his commitment to social responsibility.
Today, Adam dedicates his time to sharing his story as a cautionary tale—offering real-world insights into the hidden risks, ethical dilemmas, and financial challenges entrepreneurs face. Through candid discussions, he provides a unique perspective on the myths of entrepreneurship and the importance of ethical leadership, helping the next generation of business leaders make informed, responsible, and sustainable decisions.
Why ADAM
Adam Levin has started and scaled companies across tech, media, and life sciences—but he’s just as passionate about sharing what didn’t go as planned. He offers real, unfiltered lessons to help students understand what entrepreneurship is really like – and how to lead with purpose.
The Dark Side of Entrepreneurship: What No One Tells You
• The hidden risks and pressures of running a business
• How good entrepreneurs make bad decisions
• The personal toll of high-stakes entrepreneurship
Ethical Dilemmas in Business: Navigating Gray Areas
• Real-world case studies of ethical failures
• How to spot and avoid unethical business practices
• Why short-term gains can lead to long-term consequences
Avoiding Legal and Financial Pitfalls
• Common financial mistakes that sink companies
• The importance of compliance, contracts, and due diligence
• How seemingly small decisions can lead to legal trouble
Entrepreneurship Myths vs. Reality
• The truth about hustle culture and overnight success
• The dangers of rapid growth – why scaling too fast can destroy a business
• What aspiring entrepreneurs should really prepare for
From Setback to Comeback: Learning from Failure
• What to do when your business fails
• The importance of resilience and rebuilding credibility
• How to turn mistakes into valuable lessons
Book Adam for a Free Discussion
If you’re a professor looking for a guest speaker who will challenge students’ perceptions of entrepreneurship with real, hard-earned lessons, Adam is available for free speaking engagements. His talks provide a rare opportunity for students to hear from someone who has been in the trenches, made mistakes, and come out the other side with wisdom to share.