How an outside idea reaches a company, in its own words · checked 2026-10-29
How to get on Shark Tank
Open application
Shark Tank’s producers are looking for entrepreneurs, inventors and creators to pitch the Sharks. Apply through the show’s page on abc.com. A Shark who invests takes a piece of the business, as one did in Scrub Daddy.
“The producers of the ABC reality series "Shark Tank" are on a nationwide search to discover the next successful (and possibly wealthy) entrepreneurs, inventors, businesspersons, creators and innovators.”
“How do you get on Shark Tank? There are two ways to apply.”
What you agree to by sending something
“But the Sharks aren't just out to invest; they too have a goal – to own a piece.”
What it says it looks for
“Whether you just have a fantastic idea, are a start up or already operating successfully and looking to expand, if you feel you have a lucrative business or product and could use financial backing, then Shark Tank is just the show for you.”
“Your business or product should be top-notch and something the Sharks will really want to sink their teeth into.”
What it has bought from outside
2012
Scrub Daddy (20% stake) from Aaron Krause $200,000
“On the Shark Tank episode originally airing in October 2012, Lori Greiner made a 20% equity stake deal with Krause for $200,000.” en.wikipedia.org
