Business Listings

Plated Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 29, 2014

Ā Nick Taranto and Josh Hix, two Harvard Business School grads, pitch Plated, their pre-portioned, gourmet meal delivery service, in Shark Tank Episode 528 on April 4. What Plated does is…

Susty Party Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 20, 2014

Highlights Jessica Holsy and Emily Doubilet pitched Susty Party on Shark Tank, seeking $250,000 for 10% equity. Susty Party creates eco-friendly, compostable party supplies made from recycled or sustainable materials.…

The Bouqs Company Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 20, 2014

Entrepreneur and UCLA MBA John Tabis hopes The Bouqs Company, his online flower sales business, gets an investment from the Sharks in episode 526 on May 2. What The Bouqs…

HangEase Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 20, 2014

Highlights Ryan Landis presents HangEase, a retractable hanger, on Shark Tank. He seeks $80,000 for 30% equity to scale production and distribution. He secures a deal with Mark Cuban and…

PackBack Books Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 10, 2014

EntrepreneursĀ Casey Gandham and Mike Shannon pitch their textbook rental service called PackBack Books in Shark Tank episode 523 on March 21. Casey and Mike are co-founders of PackBack Books, a…

Garage Door Lock Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 10, 2014

Highlights Bryan White pitched Garage Door Lock, a remote-controlled lock for garage doors, on Shark Tank. The product enhances security by adding a deadbolt mechanism to automatic garage doors. Secured…

Chapul Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 8, 2014

Highlights Pat Crowley seeks $50K for 5% equity to expand production and raise awareness for his cricket protein bars. Mark Cuban offers $50K for 15% equity, which Pat accepts, valuing…

Morninghead Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 8, 2014

Highlights Max Valverde pitched Morninghead, a product designed to fix bedhead quickly, seeking $25,000 for 20% equity. Despite impressive initial sales and a global customer base, the Sharks were skeptical…

IReTron Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 4, 2014

Highlights Jason Li, a high school senior, presents IReTron, which refurbishes old electronics for resale and aims to reduce e-waste. Despite strong interest in his vision, the Sharks were deterred…

Henry’s Humdingers Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 3, 2014

Henry Miller has a sweet and spicy treat in store when he pitches Henry’s Humdingers, his line of spicy honey, in Shark Tank episode 516 – The Young Entrepreneurs Special.…

Define Bottle Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 3, 2014

Highlights 15-year-old Carter Kostler pitches Define Bottle, a fruit-infusing water bottle aimed at promoting healthier drinking habits, seeking $100,000 for 20% equity. Despite the Sharks acknowledging his passion, none of…

BooBoo Goo Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • March 3, 2014

Highlights Kiowa and Andrew Kavovit introduced BooBoo Goo, a paint-on liquid bandage for kids, on Shark Tank. The product is organic, natural, and non-flammable, aiming to provide a safer alternative…

Revolights Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 26, 2014

Kent Frankovich wheels into the Shark Tank in episode 521 peddling his bike safety lights called RevoLights. The LED, battery-powered lighting system attaches to the wheels of a bicycle with…

Squeeky Knees Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 26, 2014

Highlights Ivan Barnes and Lisa Evans pitch Squeeky Knees, toddler clothing with built-in squeakers, on Shark Tank Despite initial sales of only $10,000 over three years, they seek $80,000 for…

U-Lace Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 25, 2014

Tim Talley laces ’em up and pitches his custom lacing system called U-Lace to the Sharks in episode 521 on March 7. U-Lace allows anyone to “customize their kicks” with…

Buffer Bit Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 25, 2014

Entrepreneur Michael Quinn brings a polished pitch to Shark Tank episode 521 on March 7 with his Buffer Bit, a shoe shine buffer that spins with a power drill. Quinn…

Cheek’d Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 13, 2014

Highlights Cheek’d offers a unique way to connect through cards with pickup lines and profile codes. Lori seeks $100,000 for 10% equity but faces skepticism about the business model and…

Buzzy Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 13, 2014

Highlights Dr. Amy Baxter pitched Buzzy on Shark Tank, seeking $500,000 for 5% equity. Buzzy uses cold and vibration to reduce pain from injections, IVs, and more. Despite strong sales…

Bambooee Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 12, 2014

Highlights Irene and Noam Krasniansky pitch Bambooee, a sustainable bamboo paper towel substitute, in Shark Tank episode 517. They secure a deal with Lori Greiner for $200,000 in exchange for…

ZipIt Bedding Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • February 11, 2014

Highlights Hayley Carr and Jennifer MacDonald pitch ZipIt Bedding, seeking $75,000 for 20% equity for their zip-on comforter and top sheet system that makes bed-making easier. Despite demonstrating interest from…