Business Listings

Tie Try Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 4

By Rob Merlino • June 22, 2015

Highlights Tie Try is a subscription service that allows men to rent and exchange ties for a small monthly fee. David Powers and Scott Tindel sought $100,000 for 25% equity…

Corks Away Wine Adventures Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 4

By Rob Merlino • June 22, 2015

Highlights Nathan Buffet and Shane Cianciolo present Corks Away Wine Adventures, a business offering coastal wine-tasting tours on a refurbished sailboat, seeking $105,000 for 20% equity on Shark Tank. The…

Nearly Newlywed Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 4

By Rob Merlino • June 22, 2015

Jackie Courtney comes to the Shark Tank in episode 411 with her company, Nearly Newlywed. The concept is simple: Brides are often overwhelmed by the cost of a dress, or…

RuckPack Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 4

By Rob Merlino • June 19, 2015

Highlights Ruck Pack is a nutritional energy drink developed by Major Robert Dyer during his service in Afghanistan, aimed at offering a healthy alternative to traditional energy shots. Dyer sought…

Cab 20 Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • June 11, 2015

Tom Callahan brought a brand-new sound to the Shark Tank Season 3 Episode 14 with a band he managed called Cab 20. Check out more Shark Tank Season 3 Episodes.…

Mix Bikini Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • June 11, 2015

Frank Scozzafava and Adam DiSilvestro came to Shark Tank Season 3 Episode 14 with their product, the Mix Bikini. The idea behind Mix Bikini was that women could mix and…

Clean Bottle Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • June 1, 2015

Highlights Dave Mayer presented Clean Bottle, a water bottle with removable ends for easy cleaning. He sought $60,000 for 5% equity and secured a deal with Mark Cuban for $60,000…

My Wonderful Life Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • June 1, 2015

Highlights Nancy Bush and Sue Kruskopf pitch My Wonderful Life, a website that helps users plan their own funerals and celebrations, seeking $100,000 for 10% equity. The Sharks raise concerns…

Business Ghost Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • June 1, 2015

Highlights Michael Levin seeks $200,000 for 10% equity in Business Ghost, a ghostwriting company catering to high-profile clients, including CEOs and celebrities. Despite impressive credentials, including over 100 published books,…

EZ VIP Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • June 1, 2015

Highlights EZ VIP allows clients to pre-book tables at exclusive nightclubs by paying a “guaranteed bottle” fee. Founder Alashe Nelson reports $250,000 in total sales, with $70,000 from Miami alone.…

Vegas Magic Show Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 26, 2015

Rick Smith Jr. brings his idea for a new Vegas Magic Show to episode 307 of the Shark Tank. Smith is a magician out of Cleveland who has already appeared…

Salespreneur Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 26, 2015

When Dave Greco comes to episode 307 of the Shark Tank, he’s confident that he can swim with the big fish. A baseball star in high school, Greco went on…

Brewer’s Cow Ice Cream Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 14, 2015

Highlights The Brewer’s Cow team presents beer-flavored ice cream, seeking $125,000 for 15% equity to take their brand to the next level. While the Sharks enjoy the unique flavor, they…

Bark’em’s To Go Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 13, 2015

Highlights Pre-packaged, single-serving dog meals with a compartment for vitamin-enhanced water and a treat Includes a waste bag for easy clean-up Seeks $100,000 for a 51% stake in the business…

The Ave Venice Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 13, 2015

Highlights Nick Romero seeks $125,000 for 15% equity in The Ave Venice, a custom printing company specializing in sneakers and apparel, using a patent-pending machine designed to print artwork on…

Rent a Grandma Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 13, 2015

Highlights Todd Pliss seeks $150,000 for 20% equity in Rent a Grandma, a service pairing experienced older women with families in need of reliable child care. Despite the business having…

The Original Profender Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 13, 2015

Highlights Tony Devine pitches The Original Profender, seeking $75,000 for 15% equity to expand his basketball training device designed to simulate real defenders. Despite $25,000 in sales and interest from…

Puppy Cake Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 13, 2015

Highlights Kelly Chaney pitched Puppy Cake on Shark Tank, seeking $50,000 for 25% equity. The product allows pet owners to bake dog-friendly cakes at home. Despite initial skepticism, Puppy Cake…

The Swilt Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 13, 2015

Ivori Tennelle comes to episode 304 with a new take on outerwear, The Swilt. The product is similar to the very-successful Snuggi, but instead of the simplistic blanket-with-sleeves design, The…

The Wine Balloon Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 3

By Rob Merlino • May 13, 2015

Highlights Eric Corti pitched the Wine Balloon on Shark Tank, seeking $40,000 for 30% equity. The Wine Balloon prevents wine from oxidizing by filling the air space in the bottle.…