Author: Bob McCullough

Nicknames are risky, especially in the financial sector. You’d better be good if you’re going to take one on, and few sound more risky than “Mrs. Dow Jones”. Sacks came up with the nickname as part of her quest to demystify finance, and as a side benefit she’s managed to get rich herself after taking it on. Mrs Dow Jones has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Early Years Sacks’ father worked on Wall Street, but she always wanted to be an entertainer, so what she’s doing now lines up well with that ambition. Helen went to Wesleyan College…

Few cultures are more fascinating than corporate cultures. People will spend most of their lives working for multiple companies, and their interactions will end up defining many aspects of their lives. Laura Whaley knows that as well as anyone, and she’s been able to turn her sketches about those interactions into a large audience. The 30-year old Canadian has racked up over six million followers, posting clips about the vagaries of corporate communication while working from home as an IT consultant. The Corporate Culture Path Whaley’s early path didn’t offer any hints that her path would be anything but ordinary.…

Not to be mistaken as a member of the Backstreet Boys, Nic Carter is the founder of Coin Metrics and Castle Island Ventures, and his belief in Bitcoin has made him a wealthy man. Love him or hate him, Carter has become a well-respected commentator in the crypto space. Name: Nic Carter Net Worth: $5 million Companies: Coin Metrics and Castle Island Ventures Profession: Venture capitalist Early Life Carter was born in Swaziland (now Eswatini) to British parents as his father was advising the Swaziland government on agricultural policy. Nic’s father (Laurence Carter) worked for the IFC World Bank and…

Ask any comedian or comedy writer about the path to fame and fortune, and they’ll probably tell you it’s a long and winding road that comes with plenty of hard work plus a few lucky breaks. Oh, and don’t quit your day job, just in case you were thinking about doing that. For Joe Mele, TikTok has been the vehicle to comedic fame. He’s become a star for his family-related skits, and Mele has definitely tapped into the power of viral videos, which have given him a huge following of over 25.9 million and a net worth of $500,000. So…

If you’ve ever fallen into one of those TikTok dance-videos rabbit holes – and who among us hasn’t had a weak moment when that’s happened? – you’ve probably encountered Paige Taylor. In many ways, Taylor was born for TikTok, and that platform was created for her. Her journey to become a TikTok celeb is mostly typical, but it does feature some twists and turns that make her at least slightly interesting, so let’s explore. Early Days Growing up in LA, the now 20-year old loved to dance, to the point where she participated in several dance groups as well as…

TikTok influencers come and go, and most don’t have the staying power to capitalize on their sudden fame and turn it into a genuine career. Stefana Avara is definitely an exception to that rule. She has been recognized for being among the top 28 fitness influencers on TikTok, Avara is doing far more than just using her stunning looks, physique and workout posts to rack up more followers. The native of Romania is 22 now, and every move Avara makes indicates that she’s in it for the long haul. So let’s take a more detailed look at her journey into…

Gold Rush is currently in its 14th season, with spin offs that have covered the search for gold in other parts of the world, so the producers must be doing something right. One of the most intriguing questions about the show is how much of it is real. Real Gold Rush vs Reality TV We’ll never get a full answer but there’s one thing we can assume – Gold Rush is definitely not 100% real. According to Jimmy Dorsey, the Gold Rush crew edited footage to create heroes and villains and pump up the drama of storylines. Shocking! Common as…

Producer Michael is a flamboyant YouTuber who enjoys showing off his wealth. Real name Michael Blakey, he is an accomplished record producer, composer, and songwriter. Producer Michael’s net worth is estimated to be $60 million. During his career, Blakey has worked with famous musicians such as Engelbert Humperdinck, Willie Nelson, and Eminem. Blakey is a prominent player in the music and film industry, contributing to 87 films and TV shows. Aside from that, he earns money from his YouTube channel and social media brand deals. Humble Beginnings Not much is known about Michael Blakey’s life before fame, but he was…

Tom “durrrr” Dwan is a professional poker player infamous for his reckless style of play. Dwan made millions playing online poker and has also found success at live tournaments. As it stands, Tom Dwan has an estimated net worth of $5 million. Other sources estimate his fortune to be $10 million but they don’t take into account his debts. Background Hailing from Edison, New Jersey, Tom was born on July 30, 1986 and began playing online poker at 17 years old. He got $50 as a birthday present and deposited the cash at one of the first online card rooms,…

The name Nadine Caridi became known after the premiere of The Wolf of Wall Street in 2013. Margot Robbie’s notable portrayal of Naomi Lapaglia was based on Caridi. And after the movie became a box office success, many viewers were curious about the true story of Jordan Belfort’s ex-wife. Who is Nadine Caridi? Born on December 24, 1967, the British beauty had a tremendous career that led to her starring as an actress in several blockbuster Hollywood films. Born in London, her family moved to Brooklyn, New York, where she spent the rest of her youth. Nadine was a student…