Who is Karl Smith, though, and why is he interested in the reality series?

He also founded the companyNext Level Success.

In theSeason 17 trailer, Smith says he’s appearing on the show for something outside of camaraderie.

Karl Smith smiling in promotional photo for “The Bachelorette” Season 17

“I didn’t come here for the bromance,” he revealed (viaCheatSheet).

“I came here for followers.”

Time will only tell.

Karl Smith giving a leadership speech