Nick Nanton is a 22-time Emmy Award-winning Director, Producer, entrepreneur, and master storyteller who has made a career out of connecting with people through powerful, emotional narratives. Whether it's documenting special forces rescuing children from human trafficking in Haiti or filming at Virgin Galactic’s Space Port with Sir Richard Branson, Nick Nanton’s camera lens is always focused on what matters most: the human spirit.
As the founder of Astonish Entertainment and a bestselling author, Nick has built a global reputation in business leadership, scaling a business through storytelling, and creating powerful emotional connections. His projects have reached millions through Amazon Prime, Netflix, Disney+, and beyond.
Nick Nanton has been a guest on The Business Owner’s Journey podcast:
Over his career, Nick Nanton has directed more than 60 documentaries, collected 43 Emmy nominations, and won 22 Emmy Awards. Some of his standout works include:
He is also the creator and host of the series In Case You Didn’t Know, executive produced by Larry King. The show spotlights legends across business leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, and sports, blending unique ability with visionary thinking.
Nick has shared stages, books, and films with icons like Larry King, Kathie Lee Gifford, Tony Robbins, Peter Diamandis, Magic Johnson, and many more, bringing unparalleled insight into finding a business mentor and designing businesses that scale.
Before the cameras, there was music. Nick’s first love has always been songwriting.
Over two decades, he’s written songs aired across U.S. and Canadian radio stations, amassing more than 3 million streams. His songwriting credits include work with Lee Brice, Darius Rucker, RaeLynn, and others. In 2018, Nick earned three Gold Records for his contributions to A Day to Remember's success.
His music has been featured in:
Nick’s ability to weave emotion into music mirrors his approach to business design and storytelling — focusing on connection, authenticity, and impact.
Nick Nanton’s career isn’t just about creativity. It’s a case study in business operating systems and strategic scaling. His work with high-performing teams and thought leaders highlights his expertise in:
Nick’s book StorySelling hit the Wall Street Journal Best-Seller list and offers a blueprint for entrepreneurs looking to unlock their unique ability and connect their brands with audiences on a deeper level.
Nick Nanton has co-authored books and launched several ventures with a long list of entrepreneurs, celebrities and investors, including host and entrepreneur Nick Berry. They have had multiple business collaborations and were among the co-authors of The Only Business Book You'll Ever Need,
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Nick Nanton’s story began long before the Emmy wins and Broadway shows. A passionate songwriter from an early age, Nick learned early on that storytelling - whether through lyrics, films, or business - was the key to making a lasting impact.
From humble beginnings to influencing millions around the globe, Nick’s journey is proof that by focusing on people, authentic stories, and the right business operating systems, you can scale not only a business but your entire life mission.
His work continues to inspire entrepreneurs, creators, and business leaders who are designing new ways to connect, grow, and lead in today’s world.
Nick Berry is an accomplished entrepreneur and CEO, whose track record includes founding and leading numerous companies since 2002.
After his most recent exit he started Redesigned.Business to mentor and coach to other entrepreneurs and business owners who are looking for a trusted (and proven) advisor.
Among peers, colleagues, staff, and clients, Nick has been referred to as both 'The Business Guy' as well as 'The Anti-Guru', due to his pragmatic approach and principled leadership.
He shares his insights and lessons learned, along with those of his expert guests,
on his podcast, 'The Business Owner's Journey'.
