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James Dumoulin
Co-founder, The School of Hard Knocks
James Dumoulin is the creator of The School of Hard Knocks, one of the world’s largest business media platforms with more than 18 million followers. Through powerful interviews and real world storytelling, he has built a global brand dedicated to improving financial literacy, empowering entrepreneurs, and helping individuals avoid costly missteps in their careers and personal lives.
His content has become widely known for breaking down complex financial and business concepts into accessible lessons that resonate with audiences across generations. The platform champions actionable guidance, life skills, and practical wisdom, with a mission to change the way financial education and career development are taught.
At BRIDGE Summit, James will explore the future of business storytelling, the impact of large scale creator led education, and how digital platforms can democratize financial knowledge for all.
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Creator Economy
James Dumoulinat BRIDGE
- Creator Economy Panel 8 December 4:30 - 5:00PM
How Creators Are Building the Next Entertainment Giants
The entertainment industry is being reshaped as digital creators evolve into founders of full-scale media enterprises. Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast) generated $473 million through Beast Industries in 2024 alone, with that figure expected to nearly double in 2025 through ventures like YouTube, Amazon Prime's Beast Games, and consumer brands such as Feastables and MrBeast Lab. What does this mean for the future power structure of entertainment?
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