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Guy Spier is a renowned value investor and author, best known for his influential book "The Education of a Value Investor," which offers deep insights into the principles of value investing and personal development. An alumnus of Harvard Business School and Oxford University, Spier has carved a niche in the financial world with his disciplined investment philosophy. He is the managing partner of the Aquamarine Fund, an investment partnership inspired by the principles of Warren Buffett. Spier gained widespread recognition for his charitable winning bid to have lunch with Buffett, a move that significantly bolstered his reputation in the investment community. Through his writing and public speaking, Spier continues to inspire both novice and seasoned investors with his ethical approach to investing and life.
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Fedor Holz is a German professional poker player and entrepreneur, widely regarded as one of the best tournament poker players in the world. Holz made his mark in the poker world in his early twenties, winning several major tournaments and earning millions in prize money, including a victory at the World Series of Poker. Known for his analytical approach to the game, Holz has become a key figure in the high-stakes poker scene, combining intuition with cutting-edge game theory strategies. In addition to his poker career, Holz is an entrepreneur and investor, having co-founded Primed Mind, a mindset coaching app designed to help people achieve peak performance in various fields. Holz is also deeply involved in the personal development space, frequently discussing the importance of mental clarity, focus, and emotional resilience in high-pressure situations. Despite stepping back from full-time poker, Holz continues to be an influential figure in both the poker and business worlds, focusing on ventures that promote personal growth and performance optimization.
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