From ZOOM to Homee: it's been quite a journey for these ladies since "Shark Tank" aired. (Photo: ABC)
A trio of young entrepreneurs from Philadelphia thought their dreams had come true when they appeared on an episode of ABC’s “Shark Tank” TV show. For the uninitiated, “Shark Tank” has hopeful (usually young) business owners making presentations to a panel of millionaire and billionaire “sharks,” who offer constructive criticism of their ideas and practices and, if the entrepreneurs are lucky, offer to invest in the businesses for a percentage stake in the company.
The ladies behind ZOOM Interiors say that they are grateful for Corcoran’s guidance, even though the deal ultimately fell through. (Photo: ABC)
Things may have fallen through regarding “Shark Tank,” but the ZOOM team says that things are still looking up. Not only is the company worth more now, says Fischel-Bock, but the ladies have a new game plan as well. They are still looking for investors, but say that the advice they received from the “Shark Tank” panel was invaluable. Specifically, advice from Cuban to quit their jobs and “sleep on the floor” if necessary to devote their full energy to the business – no word on whether they are actually homeless, but the ladies work full-time for their company now.