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Book Launch: 'Sweaty Equity' Book by Mike Shannon [Chicago Tech Week 2025]

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"A wildly entertaining story!" – Mark Cuban

Startup founder, Shark Tank contestant... Chicago Bulls ball boy?

That's just the beginning of Mike Shannon's incredible story.

Mike Shannon is a multi-time entrepreneur and founder mentor. While building Packback, a student-founded startup that initially attempted to disrupt textbook prices, he went on Shark Tank and secured an investment from Mark Cuban — all while working as an NBA ball boy.

What happened next, well, got a little nutty.

In his new book, 'Sweaty Equity,' Mike recounts his startup journey, the lessons learned along the way, and the countless characters he met on and off the court.

Also featuring special guest, Tim Huelskamp, CEO of 1440 Media. Mike and Tim will share the real ups and downs of building startups in Chicago.

Join us in celebrating the launch of 'Sweaty Equity' during Chicago Tech Week

All author proceeds from this book will go to Future Founders 

Future Founders is a Chicago based non-profit that building the nation’s largest inclusive community of intentional young entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial-minded leaders. 

As of this publication, Mike Shannon serves on the board of directors and dedicates yearlong mentorship hours to the organization. 

Pre-order the book here: https://www.damngravity.com/products/sweaty-equity-a-ball-boy-a-billionaire-and-the-bonkers-startup-tale-youve-never-heart-mike-shannon

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320 W Ohio St # 7E, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
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