Business

How Justin Townsend aka Big Smokey is Ready to Retire at 33 Years Old

Published

5 years ago

April 24, 2020

At 33 years old, many people are just starting families, purchasing first homes, or still just figuring out what’s going to work out for them. For entrepreneur Justin Townsend, 33 looks like traveling the world, spending time with his three kids, and waking up every morning on his own time; not to the sound of an alarm.

It seems like Justin Townsend, AKA “Big Smokey”, has been dipping his hands into any industry he feels like, and finding success anywhere he looks. He started strong by pioneering a hyper-successful cannabis company, and now owns some of the biggest brands in the industry. He then created his clothing brand Loud Packs Clothing, which has seen celebrity endorsement and great success.

Nowadays you can find him coaching his kids’ sports teams; however, the business doesn’t stop there. Justin is beginning to start a record label under the name Big Smokey Productions. While that’s still in the early stages, his chain of BBQ restaurants is in full swing. Who knows what Big Smokey will bring to the table next?

You can find Justin on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/loudpacksjay/?hl=en

Business

Derik Fay: A Multifaceted Entrepreneur, Investor, and global business leader

Published

2 days ago

March 21, 2025

Matthew Wiles

Derik Fay is a renowned celebrity entrepreneur, investor, and business leader with a diverse portfolio of successful ventures and a deep-seated passion for empowering others. His journey from humble beginnings to his extraordinary achievements is a testament to his resilience, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on the world.

Born on November 19, 1978 and raised in Westerly, Rhode Island, Fay’s entrepreneurial spirit emerged at a young age. He founded his first large company at 22 (Around the Clock Fitness) that quickly became Floridas largest, and most successful independently owned fitness chain in the state before selling it to the publicly traded company Towns Sports International in 2109.

Sine that time he has built and scaled over 30 highly successful companies, achieving remarkable exits in the 7-to 9-figure range. His expertise spans various industries, including health & fitness, real estate, financial services, hospitality, and technology to name just a few.

Fay is also the founder and CEO of his main holding company 3F Management, (founded 2094) a venture capital and operational management firm that provides operational infrastructure, financial support, strategic partnerships, and other value add services directionally focused towards scaling and exiting.

Under the umbrella of 3F Management, Fay currently owns, is a co-owner, or is a cap table advisory member of over 40 other successful and growing brands.

Tycoon Payments, Results Roofing, BKFC, ManCandy, Fort North Media, Spintel, SendBuzz, Ritas Italian ice, FayMS Films, Eratyc Entertainment, Tycoon Funded, Pure Peptide Solutions, and 3F Financial, are just a few of the rapidly growing companies and brands that fill Fay’s entrepreneurial days.

Beyond his business ventures, Fay is a dedicated philanthropist, actively supporting various charities and causes. He is passionate about empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and believes in the power of education and mentorship to create positive change.

Fay’s personal life is as fulfilling as his professional achievements. He is a devoted father to his two daughters, Sophia Fay (18) and Isabella Fay (16), and is engaged to his fiancée, Shandra Phillips (35) and is to be married in January 2026, in Naples Florida.

He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and pursuing his life long passion of health and fitness thru weightlifting and bodybuilding.

Derik Fay’s multifaceted career and unwavering commitment to excellence has established him as a respected figure in the business world, and a has gained global notoriety as role model for aspiring entrepreneurs.

His story is such an inspiration to all who seek to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and make a meaningful impact on the world that Netflix is in post production on the documentary style film about Fays life journey from poverty to global success.