Aaron Levant Built a Business Empire Without a High School Diploma
Aaron Levant, CEO of Complex, a media and e-commerce platform, never completed high school or enrolled in college. His path defied conventional expectations, particularly in industries where formal education is often considered essential. Aaron Levant built Complex and multiple ventures without a diploma or insider knowledge. He says risk, hustle, and "ignorance" shaped his success. Complex Entering the business world without prior industry knowledge became a strength for Levant. He saw it not as a hindrance, but as a license to challenge norms and explore unconventional ideas. His guiding philosophy emerged from this perspective: “Ignorance is rich.” “I had no experience in trade shows and fashion and media companies and events, and I went in and did it,” he told CNBC Make It. “And my naiveness toward the subject matter allowed me to try things that no logical person would have.” Levant’s entrepreneurial career spans over twenty years. In 2024, his...