October 2, 2024 – Lovesac CEO Shawn D. Nelson and Five Year You Andrew Dewar

Shawn D. Nelson – Founder of Lovesac and Author of Let Me Save You 25 Years: Mistakes, Miracles, and Lessons from the Lovesac Story

Shawn Nelson founded Lovesac in 1998 and is currently serving as Chief Executive Officer of the Company and as a member of the Board of Directors. Shawn is the lead designer of the Company’s patented products and leads sourcing, creative, design, public relations, investor relations and culture. In 2005, Shawn won Richard Branson’s “The Rebel Billionaire” on Fox and continues to participate in ongoing TV appearances. Raising VC funding and eventually Private Equity financing to drive growth, Lovesac became the fastest growing furniture retailer in the U.S. in 2013 and again in 2019, mostly on sales of Shawn’s patented invention. Shawn has a Master’s Degree in Strategic Design and Management and is a graduate-level instructor at Parsons, The New School for Design in New York City.  He has a new podcast called “Let Me Save You 25 Years.”





Andrew Dewar – Founder of the Five Year You

Andrew Dewar teaches the transformative power of self-discovery, growth, and what it truly means to choose happiness. Andrew is a serial entrepreneur, former Certified Professional accountant, and Certified Advanced DNA ThetaHealer. His dedication to financial freedom led to national recognition when he achieved the remarkable feat of paying off his mortgage in just six years. He co-founded a personal development company called Five Year You with the ultimate goal is to help one million people become their best selves in five years. Andrew offers more than his financial acumen, however. He’s a personal development enthusiast and a resilient soul who has triumphed over numerous obstacles. This has led him to be a passionate advocate for the power of self-improvement. Andrew’s journey has seen him engage in profound inner work to conquer personal traumas, explore various therapeutic approaches, and amass a treasure trove of insights that he now shares with unwavering kindness and vulnerability. Andrew’s story is a testament to the transformative power of self-discovery, growth, and what it truly means to choose happiness. His experiences have not only equipped him with the knowledge and strength to guide others but also instilled in him a deep sense of empathy for all human beings on their unique paths of self-improvement.