Antonio Iozzo’s Memoir Slaying the Dragon Becomes a #1 International Bestseller

Antonio Iozzo, CEO and founder of IUM, has released his powerful memoir, Slaying the Dragon: A South African Billionaire’s Battle to Conquer Opioid Addiction. The book quickly rose to international bestseller status on Amazon, achieving #1 rankings in multiple categories across the United States and Australia within days of its release on August 21st, 2024.

In Slaying the Dragon, Iozzo takes readers on a deeply personal journey, offering a candid account of his fight against opioid addiction while simultaneously leading a multibillion-rand conglomerate. His story is both inspiring and instructive, shedding light on the challenges he faced, and the resilience required to overcome them.

The memoir not only addresses the opioid crisis in South Africa but also provides actionable strategies for overcoming personal and professional adversity. Early reviews have praised the book for its honesty, depth, and practical insights, making it a must-read for business leaders and individuals seeking inspiration.

Promoted by Elite Online Publishing, Slaying the Dragon became a #1 International Bestseller in three categories, including Personal Transformation & Spirituality in the United States, and Business Office Skills and Drug Dependency & Recovery in Australia. It also earned the top spot in nine Hot New Release categories.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Ever wondered what it takes to rise from near-death to extraordinary success? Slaying the Dragon is for anyone seeking inspiration, resilience, and valuable business insights.

In this powerful memoir, Antonio Iozzo shares his journey of overcoming opioid addiction while leading a multibillion-rand empire. The book provides a rare, authentic look into the mind of a CEO who faced personal struggles while achieving professional greatness. Learn from Antonio’s experiences and apply the lessons of resilience and leadership to your own life and career.

Slaying the Dragon also sheds light on the opioid crisis in South Africa, offering readers both a warning and a pathway to recovery. Gain practical business strategies from one of Africa’s top entrepreneurs, and discover the courage to confront your own challenges.

This is more than a story of addiction—it's a testament to the power of perseverance and business acumen that will leave you inspired.

· Authentic and Powerful: A true story of overcoming adversity.
· Inspiring Business Insights: Proven strategies from a leading entrepreneur.
· Courage and Resilience: A journey that motivates action in both personal and professional life.

Don’t wait—unlock the lessons of resilience, success, and transformation today.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Antonio Iozzo is a prominent figure in Johannesburg's business community, serving as the CEO of IUM and Body Action Gym. His journey as an entrepreneur has been nothing short of remarkable, garnering significant attention from the media, including featured articles in various publications and even landing the front-page spotlight in Entrepreneur magazine.

At the helm of an impressive R3 billion conglomerate, Antonio's organisations span diverse sectors, including insurance, construction, hospitality and health and wellness. His success stems from a commitment to lead by example, earning the trust and loyalty of customers, employees, and business associates through unwavering integrity, visionary leadership, innovative thinking, and relentless hard work. Antonio's dedication to his ventures has earned him a well-deserved place as a household name in Johannesburg's dynamic business circles.

In 2018, Antonio has a near-death accident when he comes off his Ducati Panigale superbike at breakneck speed, racing around Cape Town’s notoriously dangerous Killarney Motor Raceway. Despite sustaining significant injuries, including a shattered T7 vertebra, 14 broken ribs, and punctured lungs, medical professionals are amazed that Antonio has not been left paralysed.

Antonio undergoes a series of operations in both South Africa and the United States. Throughout his ordeal, he’s prescribed OxyNorm, an opioid painkiller commonly known as Oxy in the US, where it’s been linked to millions of overdose-related deaths. No one in the medical fraternity warns Antonio of its highly addictive nature, and so his five-year addiction nightmare unfolds.

While managing a R600 million building project, launching a cutting-edge 5,000m² health and wellness facility, and overseeing his billion-rand insurance enterprise, this highly driven businessman grapples with a dual existence. His once magnificent life, built from rags to riches, begins to unravel. He consumes copious amounts of Oxy to manage his debilitating back pain, alternating it with even more addictive Suboxone to withdraw.

As he expands his multibillion-rand business empire, Antonio finds it increasingly challenging to conceal his inner turmoil. He becomes fixated on the clock, obsessed with when he can take his next fix.

Finally, in a mammoth surge of determination and willpower, Antonio goes to battle with the o*i**d dragon, resolved to wean himself off every last milligram of the drug.

Follow him on his website or on social media: @antonioiozzo_official.

ABOUT ELITE ONLINE PUBLISHING

This book was published by Elite Online Publishing, Authority In Every Word. Writing is just the beginning. It’s about ensuring your book helps you smartly grow your brand, business, and credibility. Founders Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster built Elite Online Publishing with a singular purpose in mind: to empower you to deliver authority in every word you write. They, along with their team of experienced publishers, deliver a high-touch and high-impact experience for creating, publishing, and marketing bestselling books. They are passionate about more than telling great stories. They are adamant about proving the value of your perspective and expertise by ensuring you become a bestselling author. No matter where you are in the book writing process, Elite Online Publishing is your partner for creating, publishing, and marketing your bestselling book. For more information, visit eliteonlinepublishing.com and tune into the Elite Expert Insider Podcast and the Elite Publishing Podcast.

A donation was made in Antonio Iozzo’s name on behalf of Elite Online Publishing to sponsor a child at the Barbara Bush Literacy Foundation—the child will receive 6 books of their choice provided by the foundation. An additional donation was made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, providing an Imagination Library book to a child each month for one year!