Event details.
YBI Shark Tank
Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center
7440 South Ave, Youngstown, OH 44512
OCTOBER 19, 2023 | 5 PM
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About YBI Shark Tank
YBI has upped the ante this year! A total of $30,000 in prize awards is available this year, and possibly more as YBI continues to increase sponsorships and fundraising.
YBI Shark Tank invites businesses and entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to YBI Celebrity Sharks and investors in front of a live audience to gain investment and exposure. YBI’s presence in the community centers on promoting economic development to keep our communities thriving. By hosting this event, YBI continues cultivating relationships with regional entrepreneurs and community leaders, and we hope to include your business and welcome your attendance!
The 2022 YBI Shark Tank showcased some of the best startup entrepreneurs and innovators throughout the Mahoning Valley and Northeast Ohio. Over 70 regional startups applied, and 5 startups presented their pitches to YBI Celebrity Sharks, local and regional angel investors, venture capitalists, potential investors, and over 600 guests.
This Year’s Pitch Companies
This Year’s Celebrity Sharks
Marty Bushey
Managing Partner Aztec Capital Management
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Danny Catullo
Founder, Perishable Shipping Solutions and VP of ECommerce at PPX Hospitality Brands
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Tom Fleming
President at Aim NationaLease
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Rob Fox
CEO & Founder of Buckeye Dealership Consulting
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Ellie Platt
Owner and President of Platt Insurance
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Herb Washington
CEO/founder of HLW Fast Track Inc.
YBIShark Tank 2023 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
THE LEONARD J. FISHER FAMILY FOUNDATION
Silent Partner
Angel Investor
Visionary
Brand Ambassador
Royalty
Startup
This Year’s Sponsor Videos
Shark Tank History
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Past Sponsors
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