• Open to U.S.-based small business owners and entrepreneurs aged 18 or older.

• All applicants must own or represent a legally registered business or be in the process of formally establishing one.


• Each applicant must submit a pitch video of no more than two (2) minutes in length.

• Videos must be uploaded to YouTube with a public or unlisted link.

• The YouTube video link must be included in the online application form.

• Videos should clearly state:

  • Business name

  • Product or service offered

  • Target market or customer base

  • Why your business should be selected to pitch.

• Applications must be submitted online at pitchtothesharks.live by the stated deadline.

• Only complete applications (including a valid video link) will be reviewed.

• Applicants will receive a confirmation email once their submission is received

• Only 10 finalists per city (Atlanta, Detroit, and Houston) will be selected to advance to the live Shark Tank–style pitch panel.

• Finalists will be notified via email and/or phone.

• Selection is based on creativity, business potential, clarity of presentation, and alignment with competition goals.

• Finalists must be available to pitch live on their city’s scheduled date:

  • Atlanta – November 8, 2025

  • Detroit – November 13, 2025

  • Houston – November 20, 2025.

• Finalists are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.

• Each finalist will receive a total of 5 minutes of live pitch time, which includes both the pitch presentation and Q&A with the panel.

• Timing will be strictly enforced to ensure fairness to all finalists.


• All eligible applicants who submit a complete application and video will receive:

  • A free 30-day Wealth Club Membership.

  • Access to B3 Virtual Master Classes.

• Finalists will pitch to a panel of business leaders, sponsors, and community partners.

• Selected winners will receive funding opportunities, exposure to Amazon supply chain leaders, and potential business growth resources.


• By submitting an application, applicants grant B3 Elevation permission to use their name, business name, likeness, and video for promotional purposes.

• Submissions become the property of B3 Elevation and will not be returned.

• Participation does not guarantee selection or funding.

• Decisions of the judging panel are final and binding.

• B3 Elevation reserves the right to modify or cancel the competition at any time.

• All participants are expected to demonstrate professionalism, respect, and integrity throughout the competition.

• Any behavior deemed inappropriate may result in disqualification.

For questions or technical issues regarding your submission, please email [email protected]