Airason Heard
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Airason Heard is an architect, designer, and entrepreneur redefining how culture and creativity intersect. Born in Dayton, Ohio, and now rooted in the Bay Area, he graduated from Columbia University before leading workplace planning and strategy projects at Meta, Salesforce, and PG&E.
As the founder of UNINVITED™, Airason is pioneering a patented sneaker customization system that transforms footwear into a platform for individuality and self-expression. He holds multiple utility patents and trademarks that establish a strong, defensible foundation for growth.
Known for balancing bold creativity with disciplined execution, he inspires others to innovate, challenge convention, and live without permission.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
- That design has the power to reimagine everyday objects and experiences.
- Why innovation begins with curiosity and the courage to ask new questions.
- How true leadership means listening first and building with others.
- Why financial discipline is as critical as creativity in any venture.
- That every setback is a stepping stone toward resilience and reinvention.
- Why protecting culture and values matters more than chasing capital.
- How partnerships with the right people can transform vision into reality.
- That IP and originality are the foundation of lasting impact.
- How success comes from balancing bold vision with executional rigor.
- Why living without permission is about owning your individuality and inspiring others to do the same.
about the show
Next Level CEO is a high-impact business educational series hosted by Daymond John, designed to spotlight the world’s most elite and insightful entrepreneurs.
In each episode, Daymond’s handpicked expert CEOs, founders, and industry leaders who’ve built powerful brands, scaled successfully, and led with vision, share their story and expertise. From disruptive startups to billion-dollar empires, Next Level CEO gives viewers a front-row seat to the real strategies, mindset shifts, and leadership moves behind business excellence.
This is what works.
It’s a rare look inside the minds of those who’ve actually built something that lasts.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to grow, a business owner ready to level up, or a leader who’s hungry to learn from the best, Next Level CEO delivers the playbook from those who’ve already won.
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