Shark Tank Star Celebrates New Season at Famous Minnesota Steakhouse
I like watching the pitches on the ABC show Shark Tank. It's fun to see the different business ideas that people come up with, and exciting when these small-time entrepreneurs get offered the chance of a lifetime.
Over the years, several Minnesotans have appeared on the show hoping to strike a deal. You can read about those companies at the bottom of this story. Season 18 just launched, and one of the Sharks celebrated the premiere with fans right here in Minnesota!
What is Shark Tank?
Shark Tank is a long-running contest show on ABC. The business reality series premiered in 2009 and features everyday entrepreneurs stepping into the tank to pitch their innovative products and companies to a panel of self-made tycoons known as the "Sharks."
Daymond John, Robert Herjavec, Kevin O'Leary, and Barbara Corcoran have served as Sharks since the first season.
Who Is Kevin O'Leary and Why Was He in Minnesota?
Kevin O'Leary is a successful businessman, investor, and television personality. He co-founded the educational software company SoftKey Software Products in 1986, which later evolved into The Learning Company and was sold to Mattel for $4.2 billion in 1999.
O'Leary successfully transitioned from the corporate world to media, serving as a Shark on the ABC show since it debuted.
Shark Tank's Mr. Wonderful Spotted Enjoying Massive Dessert in Minneapolis
Kevin celebrated the launch of the new season on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Manny's Steakhouse in Minneapolis.
👀 See the Minnesota entrepreneurs who took on Shark Tank below 👀
Manny's has been recognized by Mashed.com as one of the best steakhouses in the entire country: "Manny's Steakhouse in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a place where true fans of eating steak should plan to visit. The quality of the food here will take your breath away."
O'Leary celebrated with fans and ordered Manny's famous quarter-slice cheesecake, which is massive and priced at $23.95.
Minnesota Companies That Have Appeared on 'Shark Tank'
Gallery Credit: Troy Dunken
