Barbara Corcoran

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Barbara Corcoran is a prominent American businesswoman, investor, and television personality. She rose to fame as the founder of The Corcoran Group, a real estate brokerage in New York City that she sold for $66 million in 2001. After selling her company, she became widely known as one of the 'sharks' on the hit ABC reality series Shark Tank. She has appeared on the show since its inception in 2009, where she evaluates pitches from entrepreneurs seeking investment. Corcoran grew up in a large family in New Jersey and held numerous jobs before finding success in real estate. She started her real estate business with a $1,000 loan from a boyfriend in 1973. Throughout her career, she has authored several books, including 'Shark Tales: How I Turned $1,000 into a Billion Dollar Business'. She is recognized for her sharp business acumen and her ability to identify potential in early-stage startups. Beyond her business ventures, she is a frequent speaker and media contributor on topics related to entrepreneurship and real estate. She has been married to Bill Higgins since 1988 and they have two children. Her journey from a struggling waitress to a real estate mogul is often cited as a classic American success story.