In 1981, he was initiated into Beta Eta Chapter at the University of Florida. And, today he is a consistent member of the Deltasig Investors Roundtable.
Mr. Lucky, also known as Mitchell Epstein, credits the skills learned during his term as Beta Eta’s chancellor as a key factor to his business success. Epstein enjoyed a 25-year career creating strategies and software to help banks make more money and grow more profitable. His unique viewpoint enabled him to take “the stupidest idea” one co-worker had ever heard and built the foundation for a business that was so successful it allowed him to retire at age 47.
The personal and professional journey of Epstein is now chronicled in Mr. Lucky: My Unexpected Journey to Success. It is safe to say that this inspirational book is more than a simple business success story. He lost his home to a fire, was held up at gunpoint and fell off a roof face-first. While that may not sound like a story of someone called Mr. Lucky, it is.
Throughout the entertaining and easy to read book, Epstein points at experiences in his life that made a great impact or were true turning points. His association with Delta Sigma Pi is one of those ongoing, lifelong experiences.
“Deltasig was an important part of my education and college experience. I have benefited greatly from what I learned and the friendships that I made,” commented Epstein. “The value of Delta Sigma Pi is priceless. Some of my closest friends are people from my pledge class.”
Epstein continues to be engaged with the Fraternity today, most notably as a generous Foundation donor, who not only makes financial donations, but also offers guidance and ongoing support.
“In the last few years I have learned the power of this statement: The more you give, the more you get,” said Epstein when reflecting on his continued fraternal involvement. “I hope everyone will find out for themselves.”
As Delta Sigma Pi continues to further a higher standard, the success story and personal perspective of Brother Mitchell Epstein is a testament to the quality of professionals that link career success to their lifelong Fraternity experience.
Brother Epstein’s book is available at Amazon.com as well as other major book sellers. For further information, his website is MrLuckyBook.com. All of the book sale proceeds are donated to charities, including the Delta Sigma Pi Leadership Foundation.