ENTREPRENEURS
Interested in any of the products or entrepreneurs you saw featured during the show? See
below for a listing of products
according to the episode in which they were featured.
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SEASON 3
EPISODE 1
CHORD BUDDY
The Chordbuddy is the only guitar learning system that allows you to play the guitar instantly with the push of a button. With buttons over the chords that guide you, Chordbuddy simplifies the learning process for the novice player and gives him/her encouragement to keep going. Travis Perry created the product for his 10-year old daughter as a way to keep her from quitting guitar. "As a guitar teacher for years I saw how frustrated people would get and they'd just give up. I wanted to fix that," says Travis. Wildly charismatic, with a unique personality and a big heart, Travis and his Chordbuddy have found their way into over 100 music stores across country and need some help from the Sharks too keep the music alive.
http://www.chordbuddy.com
LIQUID MONEY
If there is one thing these Sharks know and love, it is the smell of money… and Pat McCarthy has developed a product to give them exactly that! His Money and Her Money are fragrances with yes, you guessed it, the scent of money. Liquid Money has already generated buzz on television interviews and articles all over the internet from the likes of Elle Magazine, Yahoo, and The Today Show; not to mention the loads of international interest, especially from Japan.
www.liquidmoney.com
TAIL LIGHTZ
TailLightz are a blue jeans accessory that lets people bring attention to the greatest, erm, "assets". These LED lights attach to the back pockets of your pants, and blink as you walk. Will the Sharks sign-up to bring attention to this hilarious novelty product?
http://www.taillightz.com
YOU SMELL
When Megan Cummins handed in her college graphic design project, little did she know it would evolve into a burgeoning soap business! You Smell soap has an elegantly designed package with a vintage look and invigorating smell. She has been contacted by dozens of stores around the world, including Urban Outfitters, major hotels, bed and breakfast's, inns, and notable gift chains. Her business requires a significant upfront investment but she doesn't have the means to meet the demand. Will the Sharks smell success?
http://www.yousmellsoap.com
EPISODE 2
ESSO WATCHES
Ryan Naylor was inspired while on European vacation to launch Esso Watches in the United States. The only watch in the world that claims to provide health benefits. Ryan "injects" negative ions into every watch. These ions counteract the positive ions we pick up daily from televisions, computers and various types of electronics and in turn the watches promote energy, balance, flexibility & health. Esso Watches made over $100,000 in it's first year of business with a 75% profit margin. They are currently on track to double their business for 2011. Even though he doesn't have a patent, Ryan wants Esso to be the Nike of watches. With the Shark's investment, Ryan plans on purchasing more inventory for outstanding orders.
http://www.essowatches.com
JARED JOYCE
Jared Joyce is a cocky young inventor who is not afraid to brag that he has more patents than he can count. After years of tinkering he thinks he has finally hit on an idea that will make him hundreds of millions: a patented No-Tools-Required furniture joint system. This system allows any four-sided design of furniture to be assembled with the No-Tools-Required system, including a bookshelf that can be assembled in less than two minutes.
http://www.JaredJoyce.com
PAINTED PRETZEL
What could be more delicious than a pretzel covered in chocolate? How about 200 different variations of pretzels covered in everything from chocolate to peanut butter to caramel - just to name a few. That is what stay-at-home Mom Raven Thomas has created with her company The Painted Pretzel. These gourmet treats are currently selling in upscale retail stores such as Neiman Marcus and Saks 5th Avenue. Just recently, Raven completed a $60,000 order for TJMaxx. Mega-wholesale chain Sam's Club just put in an order for two-million dollars in product, but unfortunately, she had to turn it down because there wasn't enough capital for production… that's where the Sharks come in.
http://www.ThePaintedPretzel.com
READEREST
Rick Hopper couldn't stop losing his glasses, and he knew he wasn't alone. So Rick took to his garage and fashioned the first Readerest, a magnetic and practically invisible patented clip that secures glasses to your shirt wherever you go! This tiny product only starting selling in January 2011, and it has already seen big results; offered at Ace Hardware and Walgreens. He's hoping that the Sharks don't misplace their reading glasses so they can get a clear look at just how much money they would make if they invest in Readerest!
http://www.readerest.com
EPISODE 3
LAST LID
The Kiernan's had a problem that many Americans relate to...nocturnal vermin were digging into their trash! So Melissa challenged her husband to find a solution to their garbage can nightmare, and Kevin created the perfect solution: The Last Lid! The Last Lid is a fabric garbage can lid that prevents animals from getting in. There is nothing else like it on the market and because trashcan manufacturers don't sell replacement lids, the Kiernans hope the Sharks will see two reasons to invest.
http://www.lastlid.com
LEDGE PILLOW
Many women have breast implants, and with this, um, augmentation, comes an adjustment that not many women with implants are prepared to face: the challenge of sleeping while laying on their stomach! So Amanda Schlechter, a breast implant convert herself, and 'stomach' sleeper created the Ledge Pillow, a fully patented wedge-type pillow that allows women with implants to comfortably sleep on their stomachs.
http://www.ledgepillow.com
SNAP CAPS
M3 Girl Designs was started by ten-year old Maddie Bradshaw when she created Snap Cap jewelry – "the original interchangeable bottle cap necklace." Maddie was recognized in 2010 in Inc.com's list of 30 Under 30 Entrepreneurs of the year, and has also published a book designed to inspire kids to start their own businesses. In 2010, M3 Girl Designs had a gross income of $1,327,000.! Will the Sharks take a bite of ten year-old Maddie and her sister and Mom?
http://www.snapcapsonline.com
TALBOT TEAS
Hair colorist Shane Talbott and psychologist Steven Nakisher have been business and life partners for the past 14 years. They have a self-proclaimed passion for luxury, sophistication, glamour and… tea. Their high-end brand Talbott Teas did $100,000 in sales in 2009, and then tripled to $350,000 in 2010 after being chosen as one of Oprah's Favorite Things as both an on air giveaway in November and in the December issue of
O Magazine. You can now find Talbott Teas in Dillards, Bloomingdales, Whole Foods and they recently appeared on QVC. Since their business grew so quickly, they lack the capitol to create inventory and meet demand. With $680,000 of their own money invested, their biggest fear is that without the Sharks' help Talbott Teas could be the first company to go under after being on the
Oprah Show.
http://www.talbottteas.com
EPISODE 4
PUPPY CAKES
Who says baked sweets and treats are just for humans? Kelly Chaney created cake mix for dogs that comes in chocolate, banana, and peanut butter. All of her ingredients are natural and healthy for dogs. Puppy Cake is the number one Google hit for cake mix for dogs and has been featured in Modern Dog Magazine, The Bark Magazine, Pet Product News International, Pet Age, and the Daily Candy Weekend Guide. She made over $20k in 2010 and is now looking for an investment to help grow her business into a nationally known product.
http://www.puppycake.com
SHOW-NO
It's embarrassing for kids to change out of their wet swimsuit in public, but stay-at-home Mom Shelly Ehler is here to the rescue with the Show-No, a poncho style, super soft towel in a variety of fun colors and patterns that keeps both kids and adults covered head to toe.! Shelly and her family have had some pretty bad luck due to the slow economy recently losing their business and having to move from their home, but that hasn't stopped her from staying positive and getting this towel out to the masses. It's currently used in six different water parks and was featured on the Today Show! Once the Sharks put one of these snuggly towel covers, will they be reaching for their wallets and investing in Shelly's ShowNos?
http://showno.com
THE SWILT
The Swilt is the sweater reinvented. It's a product that blends the wearability of a sweater with the comfort of a quilt; it has the ability to transform from a sweater into a full body cover within a few snaps, complete with pockets and a hood to cover your head. The creators of Swilt are a young husband and wife duo who launched the product in 2010 and have sold over a hundred units to people within their community with no marketing or advertising. They have secured their patent, a manufacturing deal with an over-seas garment provider, and the website… but they need capital for inventory. Will the Sharks see this as the next Snuggy?
http://www.theswilt.com
WINE BALLOON
Ever spat-out a swig of day-old wine? Eric Corti, a lover of wine with his own line of cabernet, has the solution: The Wine Balloon! It fills up all the empty space in the wine bottle, thereby pushing all the oxygen out and keeping the wine as fresh as the day you first opened it. Using an FDA approved rubber, and employing a patent-pending utility mechanism, Eric's brilliant WOW! idea is primed to explode on the marketplace. With an investment from the Sharks he's looking to ramp up inventory and engage distribution channels.
http://www.wineballoon.com/
EPISODE 5
LITTER
Sisters Mackenzie and Rachel began their jewelry line "Litter," after tearing apart their old jewelry and turning them into new pieces. Their jewelry has gained a celebrity cult following from Nicole Richie to Fergie to Vanessa Hudgens. They have been featured in
Harpers Bazaar,
Elle,
Teen Vogue, and a special segment on "The Today Show." They made over $50k in 2010 when they first launched their line, and now they are looking to expand their brand in order to keep up with the increasingly high demand.
http://www.littersf.com
NARDO'S NATURAL
These four brothers are young, handsome and passionate about their organic skin care line, which is free of harmful toxins, parabens, and harsh chemicals. Hand-blending each and every bottle with citrus and coconut oil, they distribute to various hotels and spas throughout Florida but are currently struggling to keep up with the demand. They have an opportunity to take Nardo's Natural national and provide products to over 100 accounts… but they'll need a Shark's investment.
www.NardosNatural.com
PROFENDER
Coach Tony Devine's Profender is the next big thing in basketball training. It's an easy to use substitute basketball defender with the backing of NBA All-Stars Rajon Rondo and Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder, as well as numerous major collegiate teams. Without any marketing, Tony has sold over $25,000 worth of units in his first 10 months. Looking to gain access into the retail market, Tony needs money from the Sharks to redesign his product — one which he builds himself to this day — to make it more cost efficient for families.
http://www.theoriginalprofender.com
RENT-A-GRANDMA
Can't trust a teenage sitter with your kids? Need a warm, kind, attentive, caretaker for your family? Then Rent-A-Grandma! Rent-A-Grandmas are carefully selected mature women who are the most knowledgeable nannies, housekeepers, chefs, caregivers and personal assistants. While this business has only existed for a short six months, Rent-A-Grandma has gained national attention through NPR and many news stories.
http://www.rentagrandma.com
EPISODE 6
THE AVE
The Ave is the unique store that allows people to create their own t-shirts, shoes, hats, tote bags, hoodies, etc using an online interface and patented mechanical process. Since April of last year, The Ave has grossed over $315,000, and garnered a lot of street cred with celebrities. Wait 'til you see The Ave create custom Shark Tank shoes in minutes!
www.theavevenice.com
BARKEMS
Need to feed your pets on the road? Barkems are a single serving of pet food and vitamin water. This revolutionary product will make it easier for people to travel with their pets while on vacation or while hiking. There is nothing on the market that holds food and water together. Blake needs help from the sharks to manufacture his one-of-a-kind product and have it on shelves nationwide.
www.barkems.com
BREWER'S COW ICE CREAM
Everyone loves beer. Everyone loves ice cream. So why not combine the two? This delicious beer infused ice cream is currently being sold as a wholesale product to local restaurants, pubs and ice cream shops around New England. But these ice cream makers are ready to dive into the retail market and play with the big boys. They recently closed a deal to sell at Whole Foods, but due to lack of funds are unable to fill the orders. A $200,000 investment would enable The Brewer's Cow brand to expand and be distributed on a national level.
http://www.thebrewerscow.com
GOGO GEARL
Safety gear is essential when riding a motorcyle or scooter, but can't it be stylish, too? Hence, Desiree and Arlene and their GoGo Gear -- cutting-edge fashion combined with interior engineering of abrasion-resistant fabric, CE approved armor for back, shoulders, and elbows. The international market is going gaga over this GoGo Gear and it's time for the riders of the US to look just as good. Desiree and Arlene believe in their product to the tune of $400K of their own money invested.
http://www.gogogearla.com
EPISODE 7
I WANT TO DRAW A CAT FOR YOU
Steve Gadlin is a savvy graphic designer who saw a market for stupid. Users visit his website, and for just $9.95, he'll draw a picture of any cat you describe. Yep, it's as simple as that. The simple, silly business plan costs next to nothing to execute and has already made Steve $10,000. With help from the Sharks he hopes to increase profit margins even more, and hopes that something that started as a sociological experiment could turn into a serious money-making business.
http://iwanttodrawacatforyou.com/
SALESPRENEUR
The Salespreneur is a simple and easy to follow step-by-step program designed to teach people how to be great sales people. With $40,000 in sales for 2010, David Greco is looking for help from the Sharks to turn his program into a smart phone application and to expand his brand worldwide.
http://www.thesalespreneur.com/
RICK SMITH, JR.
Cutting celery with a knife? Easy. Throwing the ace of spades fast enough to cut celery? Easy… if you're Rick Smith, Jr. This former college baseball player and lifelong, professional magician is the Guinness World Record for card throwing, and performs his card-throwing tricks all across the country. Rick hopes the Sharks will be dazzled and delighted his tricks enough to invest in him to become the next Las Vegas act magician sensation!
http://www.ricksmithjr.com/
INVIS-A-RACK
All American Donny McCall has designed the patented made-in-America sInvis-A-Rack, the most innovative cargo management system for pick-up trucks ever developed. This collapsible truck track can be unfolded in seconds to carry everything from kayaks, to ladders, to lumber. Since starting his business last September, Donny has grossed over $40,000 with no marketing, and Donny knows that's just the tip of the iceberg. Fresh off his win for Best New Product of the Year for 2010 from Popular Mechanics, Donny and Invis-A-Rack are primed for their next move.
http://www.invisarack.com/
EPISODE 8
BLONDIE'S COOKIES
When Brenda opened her first cookie store in 1985 at the age of 21, she had no idea just how successful and popular her delicious treats would become. With 12 retail stores, 8 in Indiana and 4 in Florida, Blondie's Cookies grossed approximately $2.2 million last year! The secret behind their cookies? They are baked from scratch everyday. Blondie's Cookies have successfully displaced several of their competitors in Indiana, including Mrs. Fields and Cheryl's Cookies. With a $250,000 investment from the sharks, Brenda will be able to increase product development, expand to other states and larger corporate companies and become the next Mrs. Fields.
www.blondiescookies.com
COPA DE VINO
Last season, James Martin turned-down Kevin O'Leary's lucrative offer to buy his patented, portable, plastic wine in a cup business. James knew his business was more than just an IP, and now he can prove it, his company grossed $5 million last year. He's coming back to the Sharks to offer them the proverbial second bite of the apple… and offer them one more chance to buy into his wine business – this time at a higher price.
www.copadivino.com
SULLIVAN GENERATOR
Mark Sullivan is a MENSA member a scientist whose idea is either brilliant or…mad. Mark has conceptualized the Sullivan Generator… a 100 foot tall structure that creates and harnasses a mini-hurricane to generate electricity by pumping ocean water through it! But that's not all, the waste products created by his generator are fresh water for drinking, and tons and tons of GOLD!
www.marksullivanresearch.com
VIEWSPORT
Third year medical school drop-out Ben Wood traded in his stethoscope for a sweat soaked t-shirt and he has zero regrets about it. He is now running View Sport, an athletic apparel line with sweat activated technology; the harder you exercise, the more you sweat… and that is when the magic happens. A motivational message, an image, or even a logo will appear as if out of nowhere as you work on your fitness. Ben is super smart, young, is always working up a sweat pushing his business. This technology is patented and is already a proven money maker. Currently seeing sales of over $10,000/month.
www.viewsport.us
EPISODE 9
INSTANT LIFTS
No more sagging skin! Penelope and her husband Nick have created an innovative solution for younger, firmer, tighter, and healthier cellulite-free looking skin in an instant. A great alternative to traditional shape-wear, this patented product is breathable, quick and easy to apply and durable enough to last all day. Just peel off the adhesive back, place on the desired area and lift, no one will even know its there. There is no other product like Instant Lift on the market.
http://www.instantlifts.com
MISO MEDIA
Miso Media has developed a patented software program, and the corresponding iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch app, that helps any aspiring or accomplished musician hone their craft. Think Guitar Hero, but with real notes, real instruments, real music, and real learning. Getting into the ever-expanding digital music market of a $9B music education field is a smart move, especially when you have such a revolutionary product as the Miso Music app. Miso is so good, that Justin Timberlake and Google have already invested. Will the Sharks be next?
http://www.misomedia.com
TOWER PADDLE BOARDS
Stephan Aarstol, the maker of Tower Paddle Boards, might look the part, but he's no surf bum. The business savvy entrepreneur (MBA from University of San Diego) is an expert in online marketing and entirely comfortable with public speaking and communicating with VC's. Tower Paddle boards sells their boards directly to the consumer, cutting out the middle man and drastically reducing the price of the board for the consumer.
http://www.towerpaddleboards.com
VINAMOR
A waiter by trade, Gary has poured too many glasses of wine in his time. Hoping to get out of the waiter business, he created the Vinamor. It lets wine breathe at a much faster rate than previously thought possible. Gary has grossed over $40,000 just by using the Vinamor at his day job! With the Sharks help he'll be able to mass produce his Vinamor and start distributing it to other restaurants, and retail stores, around the country.
www.thevinamor.com
EPISODE 10
CLEAN BOTTLE
Triathlete Dave Mayer has designed Clean Bottle, the only water bottle that can be unscrewed at the top
and the bottom, making cleaning a breeze.
http://www.cleanbottle.com/
MY WONDERFUL LIFE
MyWonderfulLife.com is the only website where users plan their
own funeral, down to the last detail, all online!
http://www.mywonderfullife.com/
BUSINESS GHOST
Celebrities all over the world (including our Sharks!) need ghostwriters to write their books. Michael Levin is a proven expert, having ghostwritten many celebrities' books including baseball legend Dave Winfield and sports commentator Pat Summerall.
http://www.businessghost.com/
EZ VIP
EZVIP.com is a site where users can have guaranteed access and reserved tickets, tables, and bottle service at the hottest nightlife events -- days, weeks, even months in advance.
http://www.ezvip.com/
EPISODE 11
HEAT HELPER
Did you know that when you dry one load of clothes in an average 1600 square foot home, you are pumping-out air that you just paid to heat? What a waste! The Heat Helper is a heat-recycling device that filters warm air from the dryer and puts it back into the home during the winter months. For the past several years they have been selling in Lowe's and Walmart as a special order item and on their online sites. Lyle is seeking $150,000 to buy more inventory and lower his manufacturing cost.
http://www.heat-helper.com/
KISSTIXX
What started out as a class project for these two college students has grown into a $60,000 business in just ten months! Dallas Robinson and Mike Buonomo have invented the only mix-and-match lip balm kissing product – each balm has a complimentary flavor that interacts with your loved one's. These two budding entrepreneurs need the cash and expertise to package and market their lovely new product. But which of the Sharks will they get to test their product?
www.kisstixx.com
SMART BAKER
Young newlyweds Daniel and Stephanie Rensing have a line of innovative, clever kitchen products to make cooking easy. Their most popular product is the "cheat sheet apron," that has conversion tables printed upside down for easy reading. After only two weeks of selling on Etsy, it was featured in Food Network Magazine. Product demand is overwhelming and the Rensing's are looking to see if the Sharks can help take The Smart Baker to the next level. Adding to the stakes is the fact that Stephanie just lost her job as a kindergarden teacher.
www.thesmartbaker.com
TEC
Scott Jordan was a successful attorney, but desperately unhappy with his job, so he thought he'd try his hand and creating something to make money. This self proclaimed gadget guy became frustrated with the lack of "gadget-friendly clothing" on the market and refused to carry a "man purse." So he produced and patented a wiring system that allows you to carry all your modern day electronic gadgets in a jacket or vest. Initially investing $60,000, his technology is currently being licensed to clothing companies Ralph Lauren, Northface, Nautica, Calvin Klein, Jansport and Timberland. In 2010 he made $6.1M and is on track to do $10M in 2011. This company is the real deal and could easily turn into a feeding frenzy.
www.SCOTTEVEST.com
EPISODE 12
COUGAR LTD.
The term "Cougar" has firmly entrenched itself in the American lexicon, and now represents a large and growing segment of the population. Along with that market saturation comes buying power...which is where Cougar Limited 21 comes in. It's a Cougar-themed product line that includes an energy drink lifestyle shot and a sexy/confident fashion line. With Ryan Custer's company appealing directly to this growing market, and piggy-backing on already existing, established channels of revenue, Cougar Limited is ready to pounce!
http://www.drinkcougar.com
REMYXX
Tired of tossing your old sneakers on the telephone wires? Remyxx is the first 100% recycled tennis shoe! This shoe has a very fashion-forward design and you can take extra comfort in knowing it has zero landfill impact. With the high demand for sustainable green product these days, even Gary is surprised he was the first to think of these remarkable shoes. Fresh from the R&D stage, Remyxx is ready for the consumer market, and with the extensive research Gary has done, he is completely confident the Sharks will see the potential for a tremendous success!
http://www.REMYXXsneakers.com
NITROFORCE INDUSTRIES
Frank and Debrae have taken the idea of BowFlex and improved on it ten-fold...The Nitroforce is the world's most powerful gym, giving the user over 100 exercises and over 1,000lbs of nitrogen gas-pressured resistance. With three patents on their design, Frank and Debrae have positioned themselves perfectly to flex their muscles in the home gym market... and flex their bank accounts with the Sharks!
http://www.thenitroforce.com
UNIKEY
Phil Dumas is a master of locks. He gained much of his "access control" experience as the Vice President of Product Development with Sequiam (A biometric access control company). Now he has his own awesome access control product, a system that lets users lock and unock their homes with a swipe on their smartphone! His business will give the key it's first modification in 1,100 years.
http://www.unikeytech.com
EPISODE 13
AIRBEDZ
Airbedz is the original truck bed air mattress! The air mattress is specifically made for a pickup truck, with cutouts for the wheel wells that allow the mattress to utilize the entire back of the pickup truck bed and lie flat. The airbed is so strong you can drive a car over it. Airbedz boasts three patents and $200k gross income last year.
www.truckairbedz.com
BOOT ILLUSION
Boot Illusion is the next step in fashion forward footwear. The idea came to it's creator in a dream. It goes from boot to shoe or shoe to boot in just seconds! This patented product is sold in a variety of styles and colors. Boot Illusions can fill your closet with an assortment of styles for a fraction of the cost of traditional boots and require less than a quarter of the storage space. This product has only been on the market a short time, and without any advertising has already grossed $135,000. The Sharks will surely see the value in this soon-to-be fashion mainstay.
www.queengraceshoes.com
SKYRIDE
As the creator of Rollerblades, Scott Olson is no stranger to innovative modes of transportation. With Sky ride, Scott has built a futuristic human-powered transportation system that is going to revolutionize the way people move about the planet. This elevated mono-rail bike system with patent-pending lane changing ability, allows riders to move quickly and efficiently around any environment. Sky ride Technology will be used in Fitness Clubs, Ski Resorts, and in Urban Environments. Do the Sharks see the same future as Scott?
www.skyridetechnology.com
VILLY CUSTOMS
Villy Customs is the one and only custom fashion cruiser bike brand in the world. Utilizing an interactive website, you can design your own cruiser from A to Z. In their second year in business they grossed $130,000 and are on schedule to double that this year. With a "fanatical fan base," and with a little help from the Sharks, Villy Customs is positioned to accomplish its goal of becoming "the largest cruiser bike brand in the world.
www.villycustoms.com
EPISODE 14
DEBBIE BROOKS
A husband and wife team from New York City have grossed over a million dollars in sales last year with their customizable accessories line featuring arty handbags. They believe the key to their success is their patented "MagnaFab" design, which allows women to easily change the look of their bags. With an investment of $640,000 from the sharks, they will be able to increase manufacturing and take their brand to the next level.
http://www.debbiebrooks.com
LOLLACUP
Husband and wife team Mark and Hanna Lim set out to find the perfect sippy cup for their baby daughter. When they couldn't find one that worked well, they created their own! The ingenious design of Lollacup uses a valve-free, weighted straw that allows children to easily sip even when the cup is tilted. It is also BPA and phthalate free, and made in the USA to ensure quality. They know they can make it cheaper elsewhere but why risk the health of a child to save a couple of dollars. They know they have a fantastic product, they just need a little help from the sharks to make Lollacup a huge success.
http://www.lollacup.com
NAILPAK
Stay-at-home mom of six daughters, Barbara Lampugnale was inspired by her weekly Sunday night nail parties with her daughters to create her product, the NailPak, a complete manicure in one bottle. The bottom cup of the nail polish bottle twists off to reveal a mini nail file and pads soaked with polish remover. It saves time and money and is completely unique. Barbara and her family were hit hard by the recession but she believes in her product so much she's sacrificed a lot, including selling her beloved engagement ring to invest in her business. She's risked it all, hoping the sharks will believe in her business as much as she does.
http://www.DualityCosmetics.com
TRIMI TANKS
When these two Pittsburgh hockey moms aren't cheering on their sons at the rink, Lindsay Johnson and Nicole Bilski are creating a homegrown fashion business. TriMi Tank tops feature interchangeable, removable straps that can be switched with ease. From ribbons to feathers, to beads and sparkles, these stylish straps can create any look with endless possibilities. This fledging business may be young, but Lindsay and Nicole know the Sharks will see the limitless potential in TriMi Tanks.
http://www.trimitank.com
EPISODE 15
CAB 20
More and more, the music industry is taking raw, fresh, inspiring music talent and turning it into conveyor belt product. Sapping it of its passion and intensity in the hopes of scoring a top-10 single on the Billboard charts. Cab 20 wants no part of that, which is why they're coming to the Sharks. "Cab 20," says manager Tom Callahan, "is an up and coming band that is already creating industry buzz...Their sound, 60's surf/punk, belies their youth, but speaks to their indie street cred and passion." To keep that indie cred alive, Cab 20 is seeking funding so they can avoid the marketing machine that currently constitutes the music industry and continue touring, creating the original music that is written solely by the lead singer, and cultivating the already thriving following they've built.
http://www.cab20music.com
DANCE WITH ME
Billy Blanks Jr., the son of the founder of the "Tae Bo" work out, is out to take the fitness world by storm. The trademarked "Dance With Me" is an updated and new take on "Zumba." It takes fitness to another level by incorporating every kind of dance routine and targets every age group. "Dance With Me" is already a huge success in the video arena with LionsGate as a top distributor and directing the video is the director from
Dancing With The Stars. It is currently being sold at Wal- Mart, Target, Amazon.com, and Best Buy. Billy Blanks Jr. now wants to take his fitness program across the world and certify instructors to teach his "Dance With Me" program. Certification is being requested from gyms worldwide, but their main issue is getting enough capitol to persue these requests. Currently they are in negotiation with Japan and Taiwan for licensing.
http://www.meettheblanks.com
MIX BIKINI
Be your own bikini designer with the world's first completely interchangeable swimsuit. All Mix Bikini pieces are sold separately and are interchangeable with one another. The more Mix Bikini parts you collect, the more mix bikini styles you create at home. No matter what your style, from preppy and couture, to rock and punk, you can create a Mix Bikini that is right for you. This is a patent- pending technology. All pieces have loops sewn into them and the bikini pieces fit together with interchangeable rings and strings. Mix rings are made of special metal that allow you to easily bend them open and closed. The bottom front and the bottom back connect at the crotch similar to a dancers body suit. The two young men that founded this company are seeking 100,000 to expand the line and improve the website.
http://www.mixbikini.com
SQUIRREL NUT BUTTER
When starting freshman year at the University of Oregon, roommates Erika and Keeley wouldn't have imagined they'd be juggling homework while running their own home-made peanut butter company; but here they are, making lots of money and dean's list. Flying Squirrel Peanut Butter has already seen success and it's only been around since January 2011! With it's adorable logo and five creative, delicious, unique flavors, these two college cuties are ready take their PB business and fly up to the next level. Erika and Keeley are hoping the Sharks will be the jelly to Flying Squirrel Peanut Butter and invest once they get a taste of these tasty, peanut buttery spreads!
http://www.wildsquirrelnutbutter.com
SEASON 2
EPISODE 8
CITIKITTY
CitiKitty, the Cat Toilet Training Kit, trains cats of all age, size and breed to use the toilet for under $30. CitiKitty is an eco-friendly solution to the traditional litter box and uses a cat's natural instincts during training. Launched in 2005, CitiKitty has helped thousands of cat owners go litter-free. CitiKitty hopes to capture a portion of the multi-billion dollar litter market with its innovative, cost-saving and mess-free solution.
http://www.citikitty.com
SAMSON MARTIN
Conceived in 2003, Samson Martin emerged as an adorable line of tees and tanks that cater to that fashionable mom-to-be. As the ORIGINAL creator of the "DUE IN" ? tee, our mission was to stop hiding behind our beautiful bellies and embrace our personal style. Samson Martin believes in celebrating your shape and doing so in style! Our line of tees and tanks are designed to be form fitted and sexy. We believe the "have a babe, be a babe" approach is the key to a beautiful pregnancy.
http://www.samsonmartin.com
ALDO ORTA JEWELRY
Aldo Orta Jewelry is a producer of fine, high quality jewelry inspired
by the history, mythology and monarchies from all cultures. Sharing now with the world the messages from the greatest thinkers, kings and gods. Using the most iconic symbols to instill confidence and encourage each individual to create their own destiny.
http://www.aojewelry.com
ONE SOLE
Onesole-The Original Interchangeable Shoe-was invented by pharmacist Dominique McClain Barteet in the back of her pharmacy as a hobby. Now the pharmacy has been moved to the back of the shoe factory in Palm Beach, FL where they are manufactured. It is the perfect travel shoe known for its comfort and the ability to change your look in a snap from casual to dressy in seconds with over 1,000 different tops.
http://www.onesole.com
EPISODE 7
ORIGAUDIO
OrigAudio was launched in 2009 by a of couple regular guys that turned their dreams into a reality. Both traveled constantly in their early careers and wanted an easy way to listen to their music on the road. It was during their travels that the idea for OrigAudio came about as they recognized a need for a portable solution for listening to music while on the go. Today, OrigAudio continues to develop unique and interesting portable audio devices for consumers of all kinds.
http://www.origaudio.com
MAN CANDLE
Original Man Candle is the first candle line to be created exclusively for men. There are many great manly scents to choose from including: Football, Bacon, Pot Roast, Draft Beer, and the infamous Fart candle. These candles make great gifts for the guy who has everything or needs to add a manly smell to his man cave. These testosterone pumped candle have been "mengineered" to turn the most girly home or office into a place where guys feel comfortable to throw football parties, not tea parties. So the next time you are trying to find that perfect gift for that hard-to-shop for guy, or if you just want to beat the smell of an English garden out of your room...think Original Man Candle!
http://test.originalmancandle.com
ORIGINAL RUNNER COMPANY
The Original Runner Company creates the world's 1st non-slip fabric aisle runners for weddings and special events. All of the aisle runners can then be custom painted to match the client's monogram, logo or event motif. Popular with celebrities and famous event planners alike, all Original Runners can be easily installed to transform any aisle into the ceremony of your dreams. At The Original Runner Company, we Perfect Life's Grand Entrances!™
http://www.originalrunners.com
HY-CONN
Because Beconds Matter, HyConn is cutting edge technology that allows a fireman to connect to a fire hydrant in as little as 3 seconds. HyConn also enables you to connect your garden hose to a water faucets in as little 3 seconds... "Because Seconds Do Make A Difference"
http://www.hy-conn.com
EPISODE 6
CARSIK BIB
The CarSik Bib is a light weight compact sick bag that can be held and used like a disposable barf bucket by an adult or older child or attached like a bib for smaller children who are too young to understand or coordinate their own barf bucket. Great for all kinds of motion sickness or any type of stomach flu. Trusted by Paramedics - a Must Have for Parents!
http://www.carsikbib.com
HYDROMAX
HydroMax™ is the first hydration system specifically designed for full-contact sports, such as football, allowing on-demand, on-the-field hydration, quickly and conveniently. It consists of a water bladder, protected by an armoured outer pouch that mounts to that back of football shoulder pads. It carries up to 16 ounces of fluid, delivered through a tucked-away drinking tube and bite valve, which can be filled in less than 7 seconds. In addition, the entire system is lightweight and low-profile, so it won't slow your players down. Simply put, the Hydromax System allows you to "Play Hard, Drink Easy".
http://www.hydromaxsystem.com
ECOMOWERS
Introducing the new Helix Ecomower™, an exclusive new push reel mower with sharpenless cutting technology.
http://www.ecomowers.com
GAMES2U
Games2U provides the most Unique Mobile Entertainment at Your Doorstep. Games2U is perfect for birthday parties, employee appreciation parties, corporate team building, churches, summer camps, schools and anywhere people want to have fun. Video Game theaters, outdoor laser tag, giant inflatable hamster balls, foam machines, 7 foot tall robots that kids operate, and other original creations, are just some of the many things Games2U brings to parties and events all over the country.
http://www.games2u.com
EPISODE 5
HOT MAMA GOWNS
Hot Mama Gowns are 100% Organic cotton hospital maternity gowns. Designed for style, comfort and function, they allow every Mom to feel celebrated! Also designed for breastfeeding; they allow Mom to nurse her baby easily and discreetly. Hot Mama Gowns are sized (XS-XXL) so Mom will be able to wear her gown before, during, AND after delivery. Hot Mama Gowns can continue to be worn as breastfeeding pajamas for months to come.
http://www.hotmamagowns.com
CADDY SWAG
Golf's underground! 6 pack cooler for your golf bag. Requires No Ice! Guaranteed to stay cold for 18 holes! Caddyswag, Golf's best kept secret! Helping the everyday golfer save hundreds of dollars every year on the golf course and having a good time doing it! Golf's underground, music, gambling with some friends, warm weather and a cold beverage all on the golf course! Caddyswag specializes in having a good time on the golf course no doubt with Customized Coolers for any tournament, company or event.
http://www.caddyswag.com
DAISY CAKE
Each cake is individually hand-sifted and made-from-scratch with no preservatives or artificial flavors. We use cage-free eggs. These are the best cakes you will ever put in your mouth!
http://www.ilovedaisycakes.com
SWEEP EASY
The SweepEasy scrape and go broom is an innovative tool developed by Shane Pannell that makes cleaning hard flooring surfaces easier than ever before! Featuring a built in deployable scraper, the eco –friendly SweepEasy scrape and go broom safely and effectively removes any hardened debris, gum or stickers. Gone are the days of getting on your hands and knees to scrape up these problems with a butter knife or messy pre-soaking using harmful chemicals- Now you simply scrape, sweep and go!
http://www.sweepeasy.com
EPISODE 4
RIDE ON CARRY ON
Looking for the easiest way to travel with children? The 'Ride On Carry On' instantly
converts any rolling luggage into a convenient travel stroller, just snap it on and away
you go. No more struggling with bulky strollers. Kids, 8 mos-5 years love the ride but
parents love the convenience even more.
http://www.rideoncarryon.com
UNCLE ZIP'S BEEF JERKY
Uncle Zipcs is "America's Favorite Homestyle Beef Jerky" and is all about creating the
highest quality product! This soft and chewy morsel, with no additives and a one-of-a-kind
taste, is the perfect snack for all occasions!
http://www.unclezipsbeefjerky.com
HILL BILLY BRAND
HillBilly® Brand Clothing and Apparel is the classic American business story. It
started as a late night idea jotted on a napkin and has developed into a premier country
lifestyle clothing brand. HillBilly Brand fills a gap in the lifestyle clothing market by
offering fashionable clothing for those of us who were born country and raised outdoors.
Everybody has a little HillBilly in them....find yours!
http://www.hillbillybrand.com
BROCCOLI WAD
Made from a high strength rubber-silicon and fashioned with one gold plated and one silver
plated security sleeve in each set, the Broocoli Wad is the safe, secure and comfortable
way to carry your cash and other essentials with class. The flexible band securely and
comfortably holds your cash, credit cards, ID cards, etc.. in one convenient accessible
location. Bulky wallets? Fuggedaboutit! The Broccoli Wad is compact, lightweight and
easily fits in your front pocket. The Broccoli Wad is the Real Man's MoneyBand.
http://www.broccoliwad.com
EPISODE 3
MOD MOM
What started with a mom and a table saw has grown into an internationally known modern
kids' furniture company called Mod Mom Furniture. Kiersten Hathcock
has been designing and building eco-friendly, heirloom quality, modern kids' storage for
families, celebrities and interior designers who want stylish toy
boxes that look good in any room of the house. Find out more about the product line, a
recent partnership with an Amish furniture manufacturer in Ohio, and
new furniture designs on the horizon at:
http://www.modmomfurniture.com
FITNESS STRIDE
Fitness Stride is a comfortable "hands free" resistance training product that is a new
concept, unlike any other because you wear it. Fitness Stride goes
where you go, follows your body movement so you don't have to set aside time to get in
shape. With Fitness Stride you can, RUN, WALK, work your Abs or Sit
at your desk (not moving) but get an extra calorie burn without changing your routine.
Therefore, Fitness Stride can solve the out of shape, overweight
issue. All you have to do is Just Wear It.
http://www.FitnessStride.com
FLIP OUTZ
Flipoutz are interactive funwear that's fun to wear, even cooler to share and track in the
online community at www.flipoutz.com. Check out the hot new
armbands you can wear and personalize with Flipoutz coins. Wear, trade and track the coins
in the virtual world where you create your own profile page, chat
with friends, and follow your coins as they travel the globe!
http://www.flipoutz.com
PURE AYRE
PureAyre® is the world's first "food-grade" natural odor eliminator. Strong enough to
instantly eliminate (not mask or cover) the odor from cat urine
and even skunk. Safe enough to spray directly on people and animals and even around
babies, allergies, asthma and sensitivities. Stronger odor eliminating
results than the leading chemical brands as recently proven to be the product of choice in
a blind, side-by-side consumer smell test (see website for video)
and safe for people pets and the planet…guaranteed!
http://www.pureayre.com
EPISODE 2
TOYGAROO
Toygaroo allows families to save money and go green by renting toys online instead of
buying them and eventually throwing them
away. Their program allows families a way to spend more quality time together by offering
the hottest toys from the leading
brands right to their doorstep. Their service offers a fun and affordable alternative to
purchasing toys while maintaining the
highest safety standards using Toygaroo's proven "No Yuck Factor" cleaning process.
http://www.toygaroo.com
WAKE N/ BACON
Mathlete's Matty Sallin is a creative powerhouse. As an inventor and a designer, he
develops unique and innovative solutions
to everyday problems.
http://www.Mathlete.com
VURTEGO
Vurtego Pogo Sticks are the best pogo sticks on the Planet. Utilizing a patented air
spring, riders of all sizes and ages can
adjust the spring for an extreme ride, or a more mellow, traditional bounce. Amazing
exercise, and tons of fun. Vurtego - Get
Some Air!
http://www.vurtegopogo.com
FIRST DEFENSE NASAL SCREEN
First Defense Nasal Screens™ are the newest and natural breakthrough in personal air
filtration. FDNS give everyone the
ability to breathe healthier, cleaner air everywhere. Our mission is to help alleviate
respiratory suffering by comfortably
filtering inhaled air and removing airborne germs, allergens and/or noxious particles.
http://www.filteryourlife.com
EPISODE 1
WÜRKIN STIFFS
Würkin Stiffs is a men's accessory brand that uses technology and design innovation to
create utilitarian products that
look and work better. Jonathan Boos began the brand in 2006, by inventing the patented
Magnetic Collar Stays, called Power
Stays™. The brand has expanded with introductions of other innovative men's
accessories, designed by Boos, and can be
found at stores such as: Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales and other Fine Men's
Specialty Retailers.
http://www.WurkinStiffs.com
TIPPI TOES
Tippi Toes Dance Company® sells children's dance franchises. The Tippi Toes franchise
model allows the Tippi Toes
franchise owners to work from the comfort of their home while enhancing the lives of
children through postive and high-energy
dance classes! This family run company is focused on each franchisee's success and shares
their expertise and support needed
to sustain a thriving business. Tippi Toes Dance Company® is a proven success after
more than a decade of happy dancers,
satisfied parents and prosperous franchises around the country. Tippi Toes Dance classes
cheerfully provide children with an
exciting, positive and nurturing environment so they experience the joys of dance,
self-expression, movement and exercise.
Classes are specifically designed to develop motor skills, enhance each child's self-esteem
and expand their knowledge of
dance. Tippi Toes Dance Company® classes have a remarkable impact on social and
developmental growth. Tippi Toes dance
classes fuel and develop the imagination, critical thinking and sharpen both cognitive and
creative skills.
http://www.tippitoesdance.com
CBS FOODS
CBS Foods, headquartered in Nashville, TN, manufacturers Shrimp Burgers, Lobster Pot Pies,
Lobster sliders and various seafood
Mac & Cheeses. Founded by Chef Big Shake CBS Foods is proud to only use all domestic
seafood and organic ingredients in our
products. Chef Big Shake's flagship product, The Original Shrimp Burger, was inspired when
his daughter decided to eliminate
all meat except seafood. 2010, CBS Foods set out to obtain financial backing to help
support their ever growing business.
http://www.cbsfoods.com
COPA DI VINO
A small Oregon winery creates a profound development that revolutionizes the way wine can
be shared. Their website www.copadivino.com and a six month series
of articles in USA today chronicles their dramatic journey of bottling wine directly into
the wine glass. They became the World Champion Best Wine Bottle and
the first winery ever to win the prestigious DuPont Award for Excellence in Innovation.
COPA DI VINO means "wine by the glass" and skips the hassle of
corkscrews and bottles. It is perfect for stadiums, picnics, backpacking, golf courses,
camping, and airlines. A single serving of premium wine every time,
enjoyed everywhere. This product is brilliant!
http://www.copadivino.com
SEASON 1
EPISODE 15
FRIDGE FRONTS
Fridgefronts are magnetic skins that cover your appliances. You can affordably change the look for any season, holiday, or personalize your fridge with your
own artwork or photo! Great on refrigerators and other appliances. All for under $100.
http://www.fridgefronts.com
CLIP'N'GO
Never forget your contact case, breath freshener, lip balm or pills again! This convenient line of Clip'n'Go products grew out of pure necessity. They're always at your fingertips, great for anyone on the go. Check out the new Sports Lenz edition contact cases!
http://www.clipngo.com
THIN GLOSS
THINgloss® is a new way to look lean and beautiful. It's the next big thing, and your new best friend.
This one-of-a-kind lip gloss works through the sense of smell and taste to curb cravings. Key Ingredients such as HOODIA (a cactus-like plant from South
Africa) combined with a secret blend of essential aromas target the part of the brain that tells you when you are full. For fast results… Inhale the aroma 3
times before meals. All-natural. Non-sticky. Patent Pending.
THINgloss® won "Best Innovation of the Year" and has been seen on TV/Radio/Magazines.
http://www.expresseffects.com
LIGHT FILM
LIGHTFILM™ introduces POWERDECAL™ an innovative LED backlit logo for your vehicle window. Device turns on automatically while driving at night
via sensor technology and shuts off after 2 minutes when parked; once installed you never touch it. POWERDECAL™ offers a clean exterior while
maximizing visual impact with full color and contrast at night. POWERDECAL™ brightness works great in dark factory tinted windows. Easy installation
with quality 3M adhesion material, just peel and stick, no tools required. All MAJOR LEAGUE SPORTS and COLLEGE logos are available at:
http://www.powerdecal.com
EPISODE 14
LIPSTIX REMIX
LipStix ReMix™ is a patent-pending system containing everything you need to Re-Color
your lipstick, Recover lipstick in
the bottom of the tube and Repair a broken or melted lipstick. Do you have an increasing
supply of practically new lipstick in
a drawer because they are not the right color? Do you ever notice all of the lipstick left
in the end of the tube and wish
there was a convenient way to use it? Have you ever needed to repair a broken or melted
lipstick? Just Mix, Melt, and
Mold—Easy as 1, 2, 3. Finally, an easy way to mix your lipstick and create a professionally
shaped lipstick in just minutes.
http://www.lipstixremix.com
CAPTAIN ICE CREAM
Captain Ice Cream is a franchise of 3-wheeled, moped-powered, novelty ice cream vending
trucks. Captain Ice Cream-branded
novelty ice cream treats will also be available for sale in the near future. "Hey, Kids!
Spread the fun and wear a genuine
Captain Ice Cream T-Shirt or Button! Heck, get 'em both!," says Captain Ice Cream.
http://www.captainicecream.com
LEGAL GRIND
Legal Grind's mission is to provide affordable, expert legal services in innovative ways to
middle-income Americans and small
businesses. Our Legal Grind® cafes provide a comfortable, accessible environment where
clients can have "Coffee & Counsel®"
with an attorney able to assist them on legal matters. LegalGrind.com provides access to
our network of lawyers who provide
traditional full service and innovative "a la carte" legal services in most areas of law,
including consumer, family, estate
planning, probate, bankruptcy, immigration, and small business law such as patent,
trademark, copyright, contracts and more.
http://www.LegalGrind.com
CAFFEINDICATOR
Caffeindicator™ (caffeine-d-kator), the first litmus-like tester to be incorporated
on a sweetener packet indicating the
absence or presence of caffeine, which will soon allow consumers to verify whether their
coffee or tea is decaffeinated or
caffeinated through the use of a sweetener packet. Owned by Tabletop Vericator™
(Vericator™ - verifying
indicators), a subsidiary of Verification Technology Systems, LLC, Caffeindicator marries
nano technology and a "sweet"
marketing angle to a strong strategic partner (Pink, Yellow, Blue & Green).
Caffeindicator™ provides a solution and
Verification Technology Systems is on the job using nano technology to test in other areas
of concern such as Predation
Vericators (date rape), Therapeutic Vericators (organ rejection), Assurance Vericators
(food allergies) and Compliance
Vericators (ADHD levels).
http://www.caffeindicator.com
EPISODE 13
THE FACTIONIST
The Factionist is an ethical apparel company that lets you wear what you believe in.
Selling organic cotton t-shirts made
under fair labor conditions, The Factionist produces designs with a positive environmental
and social message.
http://www.thefactionist.com
PODILLOW
PODillow is a portable pillow with an opening for your face or head to rest. It includes 2
hidden pockets to store personal
items like Mp3 players, cell phones, keys or wallet. It's perfect for tanning, massage, or
just relaxing. PODillow allows
you to lie on your stomach or your back in complete comfort. The unique design of PODillow
eliminates the pain in the neck
that most people get while trying to lie on their stomach. The idea is similar to a
massage table, but is portable colorful
and comes with its own drawstring backpack. PODillow was specifically designed with the
popularity of personal gadgets in
mind. PODillow's easy access pockets allow you to safely store personal items, preventing
them from being lost, stolen, or
damaged. You can totally relax, even fall asleep, knowing your valuables are safely stored
directly beneath you. Take PODillow
on vacation, to the beach, pool, or spa for an enhanced personalized experience.
http://www.podillow.com
WEE CAN SHOP
Wee Can Shop, where children shop for the ones they love!
Adorable store for one and all...with unique gifts for big and small!
At Wee Can Shop children love to use pint-size shopping carts in search of the perfect gift
as they stroll through charming
store fronts such as Mom's Kitchen and Pop's Garage! Kids can't wait to pay the cashier and
gift-bag and tag their gifts! Wee
Can Shop teaches children to think of others at gift-giving time, making educational and
creative memories to last a lifetime!
Wee Can Shop also offers the most delightful Shopping Birthday Parties for children of all
ages!
Our whimsical store is located in Hawthorne, NJ but everyone can enjoy our great gifts for
the entire family and original
shopping experience at www.WeeCanShop.com
http://www.WeeCanShop.com
GREASE MONKEY WIPES
Grease Monkey Wipes was created by frustrated cyclists who wanted an easy, portable way to
clean up after getting greasy from
changing a flat tire.
We are committed to helping everyone, from cyclists to mechanics to motorcyclists to moms,
steer clear of grease and grime.
Grease Monkey Wipes are the perfect solution for anyone who finds themselves in need of a
heavy duty cleaning wipe that can be
taken anywhere.
http://www.greasemonkeywipes.com
EPISODE 12
ROMP N' ROLL
Romp n' Roll is an exciting new early childhood enrichment franchise! Designed with the
developmental (and giggling) needs of
children 3 months to 6 years in mind, Romp n' Roll offers classes in art, music, gym and
science and combinations of them all.
Each weekly class in our 6- and 12-week sessions is different. So, whether your little one
wants to walk on the moon, hunt for
buried treasure or swim the sharks, it's at Romp 'n Roll where imaginations will soar!
http://www.rompnroll.com
HELLS BELLS HELMETS
Hells Bells have made a legally mandated safety product - the helmet - which most people
didn't want to wear, into a fun and
desirable accessory. Hells Bells uses patented technology to create real 3D designs on
helmets for motorcycle riders,
snowboarders, skiers, skateboarders, bikers and any athlete needing a helmet for safety.
Hells Bells is revolutionizing the
helmet industry with safer and more appealing helmets, which allow the wearer to express
their individuality or team spirit,
while still protecting their noggin. When you need to wear a helmet, wear a Hells Bell!
http://www.HellsBellsCustoms.com
TWISTER CLEANER
My business is all about helping every golfer play better golf. The Twister is the answer
to never having to play golf with a
dirty golf ball again. This lite weight portable golf ball cleaner attaches to any golf bag
for use anywhere on the golf
course. It also fits into golf cart cup holders. My motto is, "Clean golf balls perform
better!"
http://www.thetwistercleaner.com
THE CHEF IN BLACK
Dorene Humason a.k.a. The Chef in Black creates fresh, nutritious & delicious meals. Learn
about her flagship product, Jaden
Chinese Salad Dressing and Seasoning Mix.
http://www.chefinblack.com
INK FLIP
Never run out of printer ink again! Hate running out of printer ink, driving to the store
to buy a new cartridge, spending a
pile of money then doing it all over again a few weeks later? Introducing InkFlip.com -
like online movie rental for your
printer. InkFlip keeps you stocked with spare ink cartridges. Next time you run dry send
your empties back to us (pre-paid &
pre-addressed). We'll refill and return them so you'll always have a backup. Save 30 - 70%,
never run dry again, & do
something great for the environment!
http://www.inkflip.com
EPISODE 11
WEBOBBLE
We are the premier provider of custom made bobble head dolls made to resemble the photos
you supply to us. No minimum order
requirements, bulk orders welcome —serving the world since 2004.
http://www.webobble.com
MR. PONCHO
Tired of tangled headphones? Mr. Poncho solves this annoying problem with an innovative
mechanism that winds your headphones
up to stay tangle free and tidy while also providing a fun and protective sleeve for your
mp3 player or smartphone. With many
designs to choose from there's a Mr. Poncho for everyone!
http://www.mrponcho.com
UROCLUB
The Uroclub is a portable urinal cleverly camouflaged as a golf club. Your on the golf
course, no bathrooms in sight and you
really have to go! Use the Uroclub, it's the only club in your bag guaranteed to keep you
out of the woods!
http://www.uroclub.com
JUMP FORWARD
JumpForward provides proactive recruiting and compliance software solutions to the sports
industry via the web and mobile
applications on the Blackberry and iPhone. JumpForward provides athletes, parents, coaches
and administrators the freedom to
manage all their communications (voice, video, text) from their mobile device; proactively
preventing compliance violations
and increasing efficiencies at the same time. JumpForward also educates high-school
athletes and parents to help them
navigate the recruiting process, ensure eligibility and search for over 55,000 college
coaches..
http:/www.jumpforward.com
EPISODE 10
SEND A BALL
Sendaball is a Patent Pending process that is a fun alternative to the Greeting Card, but
it's not a card, it's a ball.
Sendaball is an internet based greeting company that ships fully inflated vinyl play balls
through the mail; no box, no
packaging, no bubble wrap, just the ball, some stamps and a "puntastic" message. On one
side of the ball is the recipients'
address and postage. On the opposite side of the ball is one of Sendaball trademark "pun"
messages like "Have A BALL On Your
Birthday" or Sendaball's get well ball "Bounce Back Soon" it's also a very powerful sales
follow up tool "Had A BALL Meeting
You, Looking Forward To Doing Business Together". Sendaball will even customize a message
for you. No matter what your message
Sendaball can promise at incredible reaction from the receiver. According to the Greeting
Card Association, the average
household buys and sends 30 greeting cards each year, make one of those a Sendaball this
year. Order a Sendaball for only
$19.95 which includes shipping, handling and tax at www.sendaball.com.
http://www.sendaball.com
QUBITS
This dynamic new flexible-geometric construction toy is gaining popularity with teachers,
parents and of course - children who
enjoy building things. A futuristic structural plastic toy that can be built-up using a
unique patented modular geometry. It
quickly captures the imagination of children who might have visions of becoming architects,
engineers, scientist or even
nanotech designers.
http://www.qubits.com
PILLARS OF SLIPPERS
Pillars of Slippers is a shoe shopping experience for women of all walks of life. We cater
to women's shoe needs by hosting
in-home shoe parties, selling affordable shoes online and building an online community of
shoe lovers and addicts through our
Pillars of Slippers blog.
http://www.pillarsofslippers.com
LLAMA BREW
Llama Brew™ is a patent pending, organically produced natural fertilizer, made from
llama beans; manure. Llama Brew
offers the first retail liquid non-clogging "No-burn, easy to use, just open and pour"
fertilizer in recycled bottles. It
has produced tremendous results, as a well-balanced plant nutrient alternative to
better-known chemical fertilizers. Launched
in late April of 2009, Llama Brew hopes to capture 43 million households, a 19% increase
since last year, who now grow their
own fruits, vegetables and herbs. Llama Brew is sold for commercial applications as a way
of ensuring a safer food supply.
Llama Brew does not contain additives, pesticides, antibiotics or heavy metals. It repels
critters and pesky insects. Based in
La Habra Heights, California. Llama Brew is part of Universal Wellness LLC, which produces
Eco-friendly products.
http://www.LlamaBrew.com
NUBRELLA
Nubrella is a new "patented" revolutionary umbrella design that exploits the fundamental
flaws and limitations of the
traditional umbrella while offering the game changing feature of complete hands free
capability! Nubrella "the world's only
hands free umbrella". No more broken umbrellas with Nubrella.
http://www.nubrella.com
EPISODE 9
VIRTUSPHERE
Virtusphere is a virtual reality locomotion simulator that dramatically changes the process
and results of simulation
training. Our hardware set consists of a hollow sphere, which is placed on a special
platform that allows the sphere to rotate
freely in any direction according to the user's steps. Transmitting a virtual environment
to our wireless head mounted
display, users can move freely 360 degrees creating the most immersive virtual experience.
Virtusphere will change how we
train and entertain people.
http://www.virtusphere.com
GAYLA BENTLEY DESIGNS
Gayla Bentley makes fashion accessible to modern women all over the world. Leaving the
judgments and stereotypes of the
fashion world behind, The Gayla Bentley Fashion Design Group brings chic, modern clothing
to women of all sizes and shapes
— a rarity in the world of fashion. Remember, "It's Not About Size, It's About
Style!"
http:/www.gaylabentley.com
CHILL SODA
Chill Soda is the great tasting, truly healthy version of everyone's favorite beverage!
Americans drink on average 50 gallons
of soda per year. That's almost a gallon a week! Forty percent of all U.S. sugar
consumption comes from the soda industry. No
wonder soda is considered a primary cause of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Being low
glycemic and organic makes Chill Soda
uniquely healthy and functional. Low glycemic means no sugar rush/crash. Instead, the
nutritional calories in Chill are better
metabolized and burned by your body, while at the same time providing balanced energy
levels and appetite control. Chill is
certified organic, has no high fructose corn syrup, no simple sugars, and 1/3 less calories
than regular soda. Chill also has
antioxidants, vitamins C&D, and agave nectar.
http://www.chillsoda.com
CORNUCOPIA
The pet food company that started the pet food industry 38 years ago. Completely Safe, NO
INGREDIENTS from MENU FOODS
Whatsoever!
http://www.cornucopiaexpress.com
EPISODE 8
NOTE HALL
Notehall is an online marketplace that allows college students to buy and sell class notes
in each of their college courses.
Students can now upload and sell their Study Guides, Lecture Notes and Reading Notes to
earn cash while other students in
their class can find the supplemental study materials. Notehall has tens of thousands of
active users and sellers have now
earned over $20,000 selling their study guides and notes on Notehall.com. University
administration and professors are
endorsing Notehall.com because it has proven to enhance the classroom experience and help
breed more successful students.
http://www.NoteHall.com
THROX
THROX solves the age-old mystery of the missing sock. THROX are socks sold in
threes—so when you lose one you still have
a pair. "If cars give you a spare tire," says THROX inventor Edwin Heaven, "why not socks
with a spare?"
Reader's
Digest gave THROX its coveted "AMERICA'S BEST INNOVATION" award. "At THROX," says
Edwin, "we aim to please—in
threes."
http://www.throx.com
TREASURE CHEST PETS
The World's FIRST organizer that makes putting things away FUN! TC Pets™ are a new
patented line of organizers that
look like stuffed animals for girls and boys. They feature attachable pillow heads to
snuggle up with and specially designed
bodies that organize & store treasures on the inside and out!
http://www.MyTCpets.com
WASHED UP HOLLYWOOD
Washed Up Hollywood is the hottest Buckle and Belt fashion accessory brand in the world!
WUH designs are of the highest
quality made for the celebrity... but at prices affordable to everyone. Currently available
on our web site and in stores
worldwide check out the latest trends at Washed Up Hollywood. The name behind the Buckle.
http://www.WashedUpHollywood.com
EPISODE 7
BOOGIE BOX FITNESS
Boogie Box a high intensity fusion of hip hop & Latin dancing, mixed with kickboxing,
plyometric exercises and military
drills. It's effectiveness is proven! Boogie Box has been University tested and proven to
burn up to 1,100 calories an hour
- more than any other workout available today! This workout delivers twice the results in
half the time and is actually fun to
do! We promise Boogie Box will kick your butt and you will love it so much, you'll come
back for more!
http://www.boogieboxfitness.com
GRILL CHARMS
Grill Charms™ offer an entirely new concept in outdoor entertaining. They are
dime-sized solid stainless steel charms
that are placed in your food BEFORE grilling. The serrated stems hold them in securely
while flipping, moving and grilling
food like you normally do. Grill Charm™ food prior to cooking to distinguish spices
and flavors, steak temperatures, or
to avoid health or allergy issues. Grill CharmsTM identifies your food before, during and
after grilling so when dinner comes
off the grill, simply look for your Grill Charm™, and everyone knows which one is
theirs. With four collections for
different purposes, they are the perfect gift for the holidays, Father's Day, Birthdays,
Groomsman, Valentine's Day,
Housewarming or Hostess gift, you name it!
http://www.grillcharms.com
SOY-YER DOUGH
Soy-Yer Dough is a wheat free and fun scented modeling compound. The leading modeling
compound that we all grew up with is
wheat based, which causes children with an aversion to wheat to feel completely left out.
Modeling compounds stimulate a
child's mind and inspire creativity, but kids with celiac disease, autism, ADD and ADHD are
forced to find other means of
creative inspiration. Now, with Soy-Yer Dough, all children can experience the benefits of
handling a modeling compound that
is gluten free, non-toxic, and fun scented.
http://www.Soy-Yer.com
THE FUN HOUSE PROJECT
This New York based tourist attraction will feature live variety and sideshow
entertainment, geared towards a family audience,
in a 20,000 square foot venue in Times Square. The venue will hold 5 theaters, 2 bars, a
kitchen and a gift shop. David
Adamovich, already established in the variety arts/sideshow scene of New York City (he's a
self-employed Knife Thrower), along
with his partner Todd Robbins, wants to tap into the area's 35 million visitors per year
and offer them an affordable means of
entertainment.
EPISODE 6
THE FIZZ
This is not grampa's root beer float...The Fizz iz the amazing on-the-go soda float gizmo.
This fun ice cream cup fits onto
any plastic bottle forming unlimited flavor possibilities. Mix any ice cream with soda,
and watch the Fizz do it's bizz....
http://www.icecreamfizz.com
KALYX
KALYX was founded with one mission: to protect the precious assets of female athletes.
Together with a team of experts,
including athletes, architects, designers, engineers, reconstructive surgeons and textile
developers, KALYX has created the
world's most advanced line of activity-specific encapsulated sports bras. Every KALYX
sports bra has been engineered to
incorporate our revolutionary K-Force Eco-Loving Fabric, an ultra-lightweight,
moisture-wicking technical fabric made from
recycled polyester fibers. KALYX products are good for a woman, good for her game and
good for the earth.
http://www.goKALYX.com
ELEMENT BARS
ElementBars.com lets users design their own custom energy bars by selecting organic and
conventional ingredients and then
naming their bar. Each energy bar is hand made, packaged, and then labeled with its custom
bar name and nutritional
information.
http://www.elementbars.com
CHARCOAL UNDERWEAR
Under-Tec Corporation manufacturers and sells protective underwear that eliminates the bad
smells of flatulence. Under-Ease
underwear are made from a soft airtight fabric with elastic around the waist and both legs.
A porous pocket in the back-bottom
area contains a high-functioning replaceable filter to trap the odors.
http://www.under-tec.com
PORK BARREL BBQ
Pork Barrel BBQ is a gourmet BBQ sauce and spice rub company located in the Washington,
D.C. area. Our products are made of
all natural ingredients with no preservatives or MSG. The national award winning Pork
Barrel BBQ Sauce and All American Spice
Rub have a smoky and slightly spicy flavor created from a combination of spices, chilies
and herbs that gives your food a
tasty, tangy flavor with a perfect smokin' kick! Pork Barrel BBQ products are available in
major grocery store chains and the
first Pork Barrel BBQ Restaurant will open in Spring 2010 in the Del Ray Neighborhood of
Alexandria, Virginia.
http://www.PorkBarrelBBQ.com
EPISODE 5
BODY JAC
Upper body strength is an important part of overall health. The use of one's arms
strengthen the heart reducing the
possibility of heart attacks. The push up is still one of the best ways to build upper body
strength. The Body Jac allows you
to build up that needed strength in and incremental and satisfying way.
http://www.bodyjac.com
CREATIVE BLOK
Creative Blok is a design company founded by graphic designer Irina Blok, who finds
inspiration in what is currently happening
in the world. Its mission is to design amusing products that challenge our perception of
objective reality. The designs are
usually created by juxtaposing two seemingly incompatible concepts in an aesthetically
pleasing way. Products range from
fashion surgical masks, t-shirts, jewelry to household accessories.
http://www.creativeblok.com
GRANOLA GOURMET
Granola Gourmet makes gourmet energy bars for diabetics and are endorsed by Diabetes
specialists, Cardiologists,
Pediatricians and Cancer Experts. They have no sodium, no dairy and no wheat and they
taste amazing!
http://www.granolagourmet.com
GOOD GRIEF CELEBRATIONS
Good Grief Celebrations assist grieving families with services such as eulogy writing,
funeral service officiating,
coordination of post-funeral family gatherings and more. Regardless of religious
affiliation, we help families turn their
grief into celebration! Good Grief Celebrations is not a funeral home, however we are happy
to handle all of the funeral
details outside of preparing the actual body.
http://www.goodgriefcelebrations.com
MY THERAPY JOURNAL
MyTherapyJournal.com provides the most effective, affordable, and accessible alternative
to traditional therapy.
MyTherapyJournal.com is the first-ever, therapy-oriented online journaling tool. It
provides the most private and secure
venue available for both individuals and health care providers who wish to not only
journal, but also track progress of
personally set goals using graphing software based on cognitive behavioral therapy. It
presents you a journal that talks back
and promises to aid anyone desiring to grow.
http://www.MyTherapyJournal.com
EPISODE 4
GIFT CARD RESCUE
GiftCardRescue.com is an innovative Web site that allows customers to sell unused gift
cards for cash or exchange gift cards
for brand new gift cards of choice. We also sells gift cards at discounts of up to 50% off.
http://www.giftcardrescue.com
SOUL'S CALLING
Soul's Calling Inc. is a lifestyle and social movement which uses branded accessories sold
through traditional and online
retail channels. All Soul's Calling products are designed and created with positive
messages on them and positive energy in
them. This joy resonates with the purchaser and connects with others who see the product
being worn or used. Unlike many other
products, our Soul's Calling creations are intended to explicitly appeal to people's desire
for happiness and the expression
of it.
http://www.soulscalling.com
COVERPLAY
COVERPLAY is the first and only slipcover for portable play yards and pack n play portable
cribs. COVERPLAY slipcovers offer
unique construction and design that fits most standard size play yards. COVERPLAY offers
the only known solution for keeping
play yard cleans and protecting your child from unseemly germs. Great for home use, travel,
gifts, daycare and anywhere you
use your play yard. COVERPLAY is machine washable and comes in it's own travel bag.
http://www.coverplayard.com
GRAFFITI REMOVAL SERVICES
Graffiti Removal Services is pretty much what it sounds like - it is a Sacramento based
company that has a patented system for
removing graffiti and it's green and can match existing colors on buildings and signs.
http://www.removegraffiti.net
COFFEE BRAND GIFTS
Coffee Brand Gifts is basically a company that has locked all the famous names for the
coffee industry relating to gifts,
novelty toys and games. Examples include "Major League Coffee" to be sold at ballparks.
http://www.coffeebrandgifts.com
EPISODE 3
TURBOBASTER
An innovative battery powered Food Baster that will siphon, baste, and marinade your
favorite foods.
http://www.turbobaster.com
STRESS FREE KIDS
Helping children, teens and adults decrease stress, anxiety and anger. Books ,CDs and
curriculums.
http://www.StressFreeKids.com
VOYAGE AIR GUITAR
Voyage-Air Guitar is the worlds only full size, fully functional guitar that simply folds
in half and fits in it's custom
backpack in seconds. Not only that, but when you open the guitar again, a process that
takes about 5 seconds, it is still in
tune! Voyage-Air Guitar makes a full line of acoustic and electric models
http://www.voyageairguitar.com
50 STATE CAPITALS IN 50 MINUTES
Discover the fun and effective way to learn all 50 state capitals in less than half the
time as ordinary flashcards! Shift
learning into high gear with dynamic visuals combined with phonetics, rhymes, humor, and
association. 50 State Capitals in 50
Fun Minutes! serves and satisfies a wide range of learning styles.
http://www.sharpestkidontheblock.com/
KWYZTA CHOPSTICK ART
We make products with recycled bamboo chopsticks. The chopsticks are collected from
restaurants. They are cleaned, sanitized
at high temperature and, finally, hand crafted into into functional products.
http://www.chopstickart.com
EPISODE 2
A PERFECT PEAR
Creators of Extraordinary Gourmet Food Products. Their products help the home cook prepare
delicious healthful meals quickly
and make them look like a 5 star chef to family & friends.
http://www.aperfectpear.com
CROOKED JAW
Crooked Jaw is a up and coming action sport/streetwear brand from Long Island, NY. We have
worked with many professionals
athletes and bands and are looking to be the next big brand in the clothing industry.
http://www.crookedjaw.net
ATTACH NOTED
AttachNoted is the solution to that irritating problem of loosing those sticky notes while
working at your computer.
AttachNoted will keep all your sticky notes in place and organized. Also, place your
precious pictures or favorite business
cards in the 3 slots, that are provided on the front sheet. Now one can securely take all
those important sticky notes to
their next appointment without having to reposition them.
http://www.attachnoted.com/
LIFEBELT
LifeBelt is a safety device that prevents the car engine from starting unless the drivers
seat belt is buckled. It can also
control other seat belts within the vehicle.
http://www.nobucklenostart.com
CLASSROOM JAMS
Classroom Jams is an educational record label & publishing house. We produce popular music
that turns kids on to school
curriculum. Our concept albums and teacher's guides are the cutting edge in high-interest,
high-minded teaching tools.
http://www.classroomjams.com
EPISODE 1
COLLEGE FOXES HAULING BOXES
College Foxes Packing Boxes provide a professional, fun and stress free solution for
organizing, moving prep and unpacking.
Our friendly and outgoing Organizing Foxes help you have an enjoyable relocation and
transition, and we instill systems and
life-changing habits that improve your organization skills, saving you valuable time and
energy.
http://www.collegefoxes.com/index.php
MR. TOD'S PIE FACTORY
Mr. Tod's long-term goal for Mr. Tod's Pies is to make the company a household name. Though
all his pies are tasty and
delicious, the main seller by far is the four-inch sweet potato pie. It's small enough to
fit in the palm of your hand, but
the taste is big enough to satisfy the largest of appetites.
http://whybake.com/
AVA THE ELEPHANT
"Ava the Elephant" is the only fun & friendly way to administer medicine to children! Ava
has received an overwhelming
response from children of all ages! Tiffany hopes that Ava will make the jobs of Parents,
Grandparents and caregivers much
easier, but most importantly make children smile, not scream!
http://www.avatheelephant.com
WISPOTS, INC.
WiSpots, Inc., a WiFiciency Company, is revolutionizing the medical wait experience by
building the first local, regional and
national interactive, entertainment and educational media network for the medical waiting
room environment. The suite of
solutions provided by WiSpots' parent company, WiFiciency, Inc., will improve much needed
practice efficiencies, increase
revenues and collectively improve patient satisfaction. WiSpots is the future of waiting
patiently.
www.wispots.com
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