Rob Merlino: Blogger, Writer, Entrepreneur & Foodie

David Cox brought PC Classes Online into the Shark Tank last Friday. He hoped the Sharks would see the educational benefit of his online school to teach people how to use their computers, instead he got schooled by the Sharks, or should I say by the Shark Tank editors. I spoke to David last week […]

Shelton Wilder didn’t plan to discuss her personal life when she appeared on Shark Tank in episode 407. She did have a plan though – a business plan. Shelton literally launched her business, The Shemie, in the Shark Tank. The sexy, savvy entrepreneur has been in the fashion industry since she was sixteen and used […]

Corks Away Wine Adventures sails into the Shark Tank during episode 411 to pitch their wine themed sailboat tours. Entrepreneurs Nathan Buffet and Shane Cianciolo (better known as Captain Nate and Shane) have been sailing the shore ways of Long Beach, California for years and about three and a half years ago they rebuilt an […]

RuckPack is the latest nutritional supplement/energy drink to be featured on Shark Tank in season four. The self-proclaimed “lifestyle” supplement was developed by Major Robert Dyer, an active duty Marine Corps aviation officer, a highly decorated combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, and an entrepreneur. Dyer pitches RuckPack to the Sharks in episode 411, appropriately […]

Nearly Newlywed entrepreneur and former fashion publicist Jaqueline Courtney pitches her “Once Worn” bridal dress business to the Sharks in episode 411 of Shark Tank’s season four. Jackie hopes Nearly Newlywed will pique the Sharks’ interest by offering high fashion frugality to brides to be everywhere. Whether you are a bride or a bridesmaid, Nearly […]

David Cox wants to change the way people learn about their computers, or should I say how they learn to use their computers. The Key West, Florida resident and Mac Guru will be bringing his business, PC Classes Online, into the Shark Tank on Friday. He has a little help from a friend, too. In […]

Brandon Jacobs may have been the celebrity draw for PRO-NRG, the protein infused flavored vitamin water funded by Daymond John in episode 406, but entrepreneur Tania Patruno is the driving force behind the latest entry into the nutritional supplement/energy drink space. Tania and her husband, Eddie, live in Woodbridge, New Jersey, one of many New […]

Seth MacFarlane’s appearance in episode 410 was the most hyped Shark Tank ever. MacFarlane is the creator and comic “genius” behind the popular show Family Guy and is hosting this year’s Academy Awards on ABC. In a sweeps month promotional blitz, ABC hyped Seth MacFarlane on Shark Tank to the point of over-saturation. Episode 410 […]

Drive Suits entrepreneur Drew Beaumier will be the envy of Cosplay aficionados everywhere when he appears on Shark Tank episode 408 this Friday. The 25 year old actor/inventor/entrepreneur might be a few weeks too late in the Shark Tank; he could have sold a ton of his Drive Suits, a Transformer Costume that is also […]

PC Classes Online entrepreneur David Cox has some help from comedy writer Bruce Vilanch while pitching his online technology education classes in the Shark Tank in episode 408. Vilanch has written for many major comedians throughout his lengthy career and has been a writer for the Academy Awards since 1989. The latest cross promotion for […]

Revestor creator Bill Lyons pitches a new App that allows real estate investors to instantly calculate whether a property will be a profitable investment or not. Lyons hopes to score some investment capital of his own in Shark Tank episode 408. Barbara Corcoran returns for this pitch and her level of interest should be a […]

Fly trap entrepreneur Bruce Gaither will try to net the Sharks Friday in episode 410 as Family Guy creator and host of “The 85th Annual Academy Awards,” Seth MacFarlane assists his friend with his pitch. MacFarlane is the latest celebrity pitchman in the Shark Tank for season four. This episode marks the Shark Tank’s move […]

Cool Wazoo, a multi purpose baby cover, is the latest baby related product to jump into the Shark Tank in season four. Entrepreneur Ginelle Mills hopes the Sharks like her 5 in 1 baby pad that functions as a heat shield for hot car seats and swings, large diaper changing surface, Restaurant high chair cover, […]

Plate Topper is one of those inventions that comes along and makes you say “why didn’t I think of that?” Entrepreneur Michael Tseng brings his Plate Topper into the Shark Tank for episode 410 on Friday, November 2, to help Shark Tank kick off sweeps month and the new 9 PM time slot. All the pre-show […]

When I met Daymond John at Babson College earlier this week, there was a lot of talk about young entrepreneurs. Daymond said he is inspired by “the look of hope in a young entrepreneur’s eyes.” The President of Babson College said young entrepreneurs will be a “driving force in our economy for creating jobs and […]

I interviewed Zach Crain, the guy who invented the Freaker earlier this week. His pitch on Shark Tank was one of the wackiest of season four, or any season for that matter! Zach proudly proclaims his products are made in the Freakin’ USA and claims his mission is to “Freak the World!” His pitch to […]