When Marcus Lemonis isn’t running his multi-billion dollar company, Camping World, he goes on the hunt for struggling businesses that are desperate for cash and ripe for a deal. In the past 10 years, he’s successfully turned around over 100 companies. Now he’s bringing those skills to CNBC and doing something no one has ever done on TV before … he’s putting millions of dollars of his own money on the line. In each episode, Lemonis makes an offer that’s impossible to refuse; his cash for a piece of the business and a percentage of the profits. And once inside these companies, he’ll do almost anything to save the business and make himself a profit; even if it means firing the president, promoting the secretary or doing the work himself. [CNBC]
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.
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A Santa Monica staple serving up creative slices has Marcus' head spinning; Marcus must get the owner to fall back in love with his business and resolve his relationship with a not-so-silent partner or he risks losing his 20-year pizza legacy.
The episode was rated 7.19 from 26 votes.
A Salt Lake City sweet potato pie business with humble beginnings has gained a strong following in the local community. But Marcus will have to bring the owner’s pie-in-the-sky goals back down to earth before the business can go nationwide.
The episode was rated 7.39 from 23 votes.
A small-town spirits company needs Marcus' help to expand beyond their local community. Family-owned and operated, this business must come to terms with their past and agree on their future if they truly want a shot at the big time.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 14 votes.
Marcus faces his biggest challenge to date when he visits a family business in Utah with a buzzworthy product that is drowning in debt; with his help, the family needs to become a hive of activity, or risk losing its lifetime investments.
The episode was rated 7.76 from 25 votes.
A business owner with a love of animals gives Marcus a new challenge. While her product is great, she lacks some of the business skills to bring it to the masses. Marcus will need to help her find the same passion for profits she has for her pets, if this business' true potential is to be unleashed.
The episode was rated 7.83 from 23 votes.
A Brooklyn crab restaurant started by two best friends has Marcus excited about the possibilities. At first glance, it has all the makings of the next great chain, but when Marcus digs deeper, he discovers the owners' inner soft spots and insecurities.
The episode was rated 7.88 from 17 votes.
A home construction business that's trying to revolutionize the way houses are built is struggling to keep up with demand for their innovative homes. With options to grow in both the residential and commercial market, the owners are also facing a bit of an identity crisis. Marcus must show them the importance of laying a firm foundation first, if they're going to cash in on their potential.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 21 votes.
A brother and sister are desperate to keep their furniture business open and their father's legacy alive; struggling to balance their lives and roles in the company, confusion, and money problems mean Marcus has his work cut out for him.
The episode was rated 8.15 from 27 votes.
