Business Listings

CBS Foods Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 2

By Rob Merlino • April 10, 2015

Highlights CBS Foods offers shrimp burgers in four flavors, designed as a healthier alternative to traditional burgers and turkey burgers. Shawn Davis sought $200,000 for 25% equity but left Shark…

Caffeindicator Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • April 10, 2015

Highlights Michael Schiavone seeks $200,000 for 25% equity in Caffeindicator, a caffeine detection sugar packet, on Shark Tank. The Sharks are intrigued by the idea but have concerns about consumer…

PittMoss Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Mont Handley presented PittMoss, a recycled paper-based peat moss substitute. Developed over 20 years, PittMoss offers an environmentally friendly alternative to peat moss. Kevin O’Leary, Mark Cuban, and Robert…

NeatCheeks Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Danielle Stangler and Julia Rossi pitch NeatCheeks, their sweet-flavored face wipes for children, seeking $150,000 for 20% equity on Shark Tank. After some negotiation, the entrepreneurs secure a deal…

Melni Connectors Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Mark Melni, Byron Dunn, and Armand Eckert pitched Melni Connectors, a time-saving electrical connector that eliminates the need for crimping and soldering, seeking $500,000 for 5% equity. Mark Cuban…

Beneath the Ink Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Alex Milewski and Sherisse Hawkins introduce Beneath the Ink, a technology platform that allows authors to embed enhanced content, or “Binks,” in e-books, seeking $350,000 for 10% equity on…

Bee Thinking Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 6, 2015

Highlights Matt Reed presents Bee Thinking, a beekeeping supplies business specializing in handcrafted, foundationless beehives, seeking $400,000 for 10% equity on Shark Tank. Despite strong sales and a compelling mission…

Budsies Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 6, 2015

Alex Furmansky hopes for a plush deal when he pitches Budsies in Shark Tank episode 629. Furmansky got the idea for Budsies after observing his little sister with her stuffed…

PullyPalz Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • March 27, 2015

“Momtrepreneur” Julie Thompson pitches PullyPalz, Ā her solution to the lost pacifier problem, in Shark Tank episode 629. Julie got a Huggies Grant of $15,000 to help get her business started,…

Forus Athletics Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • March 27, 2015

Highlights Joel Vinocur and Arsene Millogo introduced Forus Athletics, a line of ultra-light running shoes, to the Sharks. Forus shoes feature multiple innovations and have raised over $48,000 through an…

Legal Grind Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Jeff and Annie Hughes pitch Legal Grind, a unique coffeehouse that provides legal advice, seeking $200,000 for 15% equity. Legal Grind combines Jeff’s passion for law and coffee, offering…

The Factionist Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Nate Berkopec, an NYU student, presents The Factionist, seeking $30,000 for 20% equity on Shark Tank. The Factionist lacks a solid business model, having only sold $3,000 worth of…

Wee Can Shop Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Sibling trio seeks $200,000 for 30% equity in their unique children-focused storefront business, Wee Can Shop. The business allows young children to shop for gifts in a kid-sized store…

Grease Monkey Wipes Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Tim Stansbury and Erin Whalen seek $40,000 for 40% equity in their company, Grease Monkey Wipes, on Shark Tank. The Sharks are impressed by the product’s effectiveness and branding,…

The Podillow Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Anthony and Tina Calvert come to the Shark Tank in episode 113 with their invention, the PODillow. The product looks essentially like the end of a massage table – a…

Lipstix Remix Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Jill Quillin asked for $105,000 for 30% of Lipstick Remix, her lipstick recycling kit. The Sharks were intrigued, with three Sharks offering a joint deal, but the deal ultimately…

Virtusphere

By Rob Merlino • March 23, 2015

Highlights Ray Latypov and Jim Dimascio present Virtusphere, a 10-foot diameter virtual reality simulator designed for military training, gaming, and fitness. They seek $1.5 million for 10% equity but face…

The Bobble Place Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 23, 2015

Highlights Jeff Wolsky introduces The Bobble Place, an online business offering custom bobblehead dolls for $78-109 each. Wolsky seeks $75,000 for 18% equity but only in the expansion of his…

Jump Forward Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 23, 2015

Highlights Brian Duggan and Adam McCombs introduce Jump Forward, a website designed to streamline college athlete recruitment while ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. They seek $150,000 for 10% equity, impressing…

Uro Club Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 23, 2015

Highlights Dr. Floyd Seskin introduces the Uro Club, a discreet urinal disguised as a 7-iron golf club, designed to provide relief for golfers during long rounds. Seeking $25,000 for 51%…