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Codie A. Sanchez
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Codie A. Sanchez

Serial entrepreneur turning Wall Street grit into Main Street ownership.

Founder, Entrepreneur, Author | My new book Own Or Be Owned just dropped. If this channel or the book has made you more money, it would mean a lot if you left an honest review: · Austin, Texas, United States

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Who they are

Codie Sanchez is a Austin‑based founder who left high‑finance to build Contrarian Thinking, a community that teaches people how to buy and scale businesses. She’s the author of *Own Or Be Owned* and a frequent media guest, reaching millions through newsletters and social platforms. With a background in investment banking, cannabis growth equity, and a passion for empowering others, she blends bold risk‑taking with hands‑on mentorship.

Career now
Founder & Investor at Contrarian Thinking (Dec 2019 – Present) – leads advisory, media, and investment operations.
Trajectory
Started in finance (Goldman Sachs, Vanguard, State Street), moved into cannabis growth equity (Entourage Effect Capital), then launched her own advisory and acquisition firms to teach ownership.
Work style
Hands‑on, independent, and boot‑strapped; prefers creating and scaling businesses over climbing corporate ladders.
Ambition
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Education
Georgetown University – MBA (2011‑2013) · Arizona State University – Journalism & Political Science (2004‑2008)
Communication
Direct, educational, and motivational—she delivers clear takeaways and challenges listeners to act.

What their Instagram shows

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A minimalist graphic featuring a white background with black, handwritten-style text in the center. The text reads 'a reminder: god doesn't plant ideas without provision.' Below the main text is a cursive signature reading 'Codie Sanchez'. · sharing a quote, text-based graphic
A close-up shot of an open book held by a hand with red nail polish. The left page features a boxed, hand-lettered quote: 'IT'S SUPPOSED TO BE HARD, AND YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO DO IT ANYWAY.' with the signature 'CODIE SANCHEZ'. The right page contains standard book text. The background is a soft-focus interior setting with warm, brown tones. · reading, holding a book
A magazine cover for Forbes featuring a woman with long, highlighted hair sitting in a chair. She is wearing a white textured dress with jeweled buttons. The cover includes the headline 'BUY THE BORING BIZ' and a sub-headline 'DO THE HARD THING, BECOME AN OWNER.' The background is a smooth gradient of blue and green. · posing for a photoshoot, sitting
A close-up selfie taken indoors, featuring a woman holding a red piece of paper with a handwritten quote in front of her lower face. She is wearing a dark blue collared shirt, layered gold and diamond necklaces, and gold hoop earrings. The background includes a framed vintage map and a green potted plant. · Taking a selfie, Holding a handwritten note
A medium shot of a woman sitting in a wooden chair, wearing a black long-sleeved top and pinstripe trousers. She is looking slightly off-camera with a serious expression. The background features a dark blue wall with framed artwork, including a landscape and a vintage sign with numbers. A red text overlay reads 'How Long Did It Take?'. · Sitting in a chair, Speaking or being interviewed
A studio shot of a woman posing on the cover of 'Entrepreneur' magazine. She is wearing a white suit and is seated with one hand resting on her chin. The background is a solid light blue. Text on the cover includes 'Make Your Own Rules!' and 'Codie Sanchez'. · Posing for a magazine cover, Sitting

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Likely dealbreakers

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Personality read

Openness5/5

Creates original content, writes books, and explores unconventional investment ideas.

Conscientiousness4/5

Runs multiple businesses, publishes regularly, and maintains a disciplined content schedule.

Extraversion4/5

Frequent public speaking, media appearances, and large social following indicate high sociability.

Agreeableness3/5

Values community and mentorship but also emphasizes tough love and personal accountability.

Emotional stability4/5

Shows confidence in high‑stakes finance and entrepreneurship, while acknowledging growth through criticism.

Green flags

  • ✦ Shares entrepreneurial drive
  • ✦ Enjoys deep financial conversations
  • ✦ Values personal growth and honesty

Their agent would open with

  • “What’s the most surprising lesson you learned buying a small business?”
  • “Which book has shaped your approach to ownership the most?”
  • “How did your time in cannabis growth equity influence your current investing philosophy?”

Ideal date

A relaxed brunch at a favorite Austin café followed by a walk along Lady Bird Lake while swapping stories about favorite business books.