Business Listings

Milk and Brookies Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • October 9, 2015

Marques Brooks, Jovon English, and Naimah Harris hope the Sharks have a sweet tooth when they pitch Milk and Brookies, their super popular, LA area treat business, in Shark Tank…

EZ Pee Z Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • October 8, 2015

“Dadtrepreneur” Brian Kleinschmidt hopes the Sharks like EZ Pee Z, his potty training toilet seat, in Shark Tank episode 706. EZ Pee Z is a regular toilet seat with a…

Dude Wipes Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • October 8, 2015

Sean Riley, Ryan Meegan, and Jeff Klimkowski, collectively known as “the Dudes,” pitch Dude Wipes, their line of men’s disposable wipes, in Shark Tank episode 706. A fourth partner, Brian…

ValPark Mobile Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • October 5, 2015

Highlights Wayne Johnson pitches ValPark Mobile, a parking payment app for the Washington DC area, in Shark Tank episode 703. Despite $270K in sales and a presence in 115 locations,…

Nerdwax Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • October 5, 2015

Highlights Don and Lydia Hejney pitched Nerdwax, a beeswax-based product preventing glasses from slipping, seeking $80,000 for 20% equity. Despite impressive sales and profits, the Sharks were concerned about the…

Two Guys Bow Tie Company Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • October 5, 2015

Adam Teague and Tim Paslay hope to strike a deal for their Two Guys Bow Tie Company, a business which makes bow ties and other men’s fashion accessories out of…

Foot Cardigan Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • October 5, 2015

Highlights Bryan DeLuca and Matt McClard pitch Foot Cardigan, a subscription-based sock company, on Shark Tank. They seek $250,000 for 10% equity to expand their operations. They secure a deal…

Splikity Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 28, 2015

Highlights Chad and Doug Clark pitch Splikity, a password management app, on Shark Tank Splikity offers military-grade encryption and syncs data across all devices Despite $55,000 in sales from a…

O’Dang Hummus Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 27, 2015

Ā Jesse Wolfe, the creator of O’Dang Hummus, looks for a Shark to taste his wares and invest in Shark Tank episode 702. Wolfe says he wants O’Dang Hummus to be…

Mikki Bey Eyelash Extensions Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 27, 2015

Highlights Mikki Bey pitched her luxury eyelash extension business, seeking $300,000 for 20% equity. Despite growing sales and a focus on expanding her training workshops, the Sharks felt the business…

Loliware Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 27, 2015

Highlights Chelsea Briganti and Leigh Ann Tucker pitch Loliware, edible cups made from vegetable gelatin, on Shark Tank. They seek $150,000 for 15% equity to help scale their business. They…

Acton Skates and Scooters Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 15, 2015

Highlights Peter Treadway pitched Acton, his company that manufactures “rocket skates” and M Scooters, on Shark Tank. He started Acton with two successful Kickstarter campaigns, raising over $600,000. Acton achieved…

McClary Brothers Drinking Vinegars Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 15, 2015

Highlights McClary Brothers Drinking Vinegars offers fruit-infused vinegar mixers, also known as “shrubs,” used in both non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. Jess sought $100,000 for 15% equity but left Shark Tank…

SignalVault Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 15, 2015

Highlights Chris Gilpin presented SignalVault, a device that protects credit and debit card data from RFID scanners, on Shark Tank. Faced questions about the product’s market potential and competition from…

Beebo Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7

By Rob Merlino • September 15, 2015

Ā  Highlights Martin Hill pitches The Beebo, a hands-free baby bottle feeding device, in Shark Tank episode 701. Seeking $200,000 for 15% equity, Martin ultimately secures a deal with Lori…

Hargitt Marine Services Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 5

By Rob Merlino • June 23, 2015

Highlights Mark Hargitt sought $250,000 for 25% equity in Hargitt Marine Services, valuing the business at $1 million. Hargitt specializes in recovering treasure from ocean wrecks and believes he’s found…

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…