Entrepreneur and investor opens up about decision-making, career shifts, and staying grounded through uncertainty
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / April 21, 2025 / Scott Barbrack, a veteran investor and entrepreneur based in New York and New Jersey, is featured in a newly released exclusive online interview titled Calculated instincts: a deep-dive with investor and entrepreneur Scott Barbrack. In the Q&A, Barbrack reflects on a career spanning over three decades and shares his unique perspective on navigating risk, evolving industries, and balancing ambition with values.
In the interview, Barbrack draws from his experience in the fast-moving world of finance-specifically interest rate derivatives-where the stakes are high and decisions must be made quickly and confidently. But his path didn't stop there. Barbrack also stepped into the restaurant industry as a partner in The Lion, a well-known New York City dining spot, and invested in Pretty Green, a UK-based fashion brand founded by Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher.
"Risk isn't a negative. It's not the enemy. It's a condition for growth," Barbrack explains in the interview. "If you're doing anything meaningful-starting a business, changing careers, investing in an idea-you're going to face risk."
Barbrack offers a candid look into the lessons he's learned through trial and error-from missed opportunities to strategic wins-and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, timing, and preparation. He also discusses how his personal values have shaped his approach to business, noting that integrity and alignment are now central to his decision-making.
"Early in my career, I was chasing outcomes-returns, recognition, wins," he says. "But over time, I started paying attention to how I was achieving those things, and who I was aligning with."
Beyond finance and entrepreneurship, Barbrack is a passionate supporter of Rutgers Athletics and remains committed to education, philanthropy, and mentorship. He explains how his love of sports has influenced his mindset, teaching him discipline, adaptability, and perseverance.
"Progress isn't always linear," Barbrack shares. "You win some, lose some, and keep showing up."
The interview presents an authentic view of someone who has built a career not just on sharp instincts and calculated moves, but also on the ability to adapt and grow. Barbrack encourages others-especially those early in their careers-to take risks, build real relationships, and stay grounded.
About Scott Barbrack
Scott Barbrack is an investor and entrepreneur with a career rooted in finance and expanded through hospitality, fashion, and strategic ventures. Based in New York and New Jersey, he is known for his risk-savvy mindset and commitment to thoughtful, long-term decision-making.
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Contact: info@scottbarbrack.com
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