Mark Cuban makes final investment on deviled egg restaurant

In the United States, after more than a decade on ABC's "Shark Tank," Mark Cuban made his last appearance as a regular on the show, announcing his departure. During his final episode, he extended a significant investment offer to a restaurant chain known as Deviled Egg Co., which specializes in a unique menu featuring various flavors of deviled eggs. Founded by CEO Van Buskirk and her business partner Wellman, the company launched its initial food trailer in 2020 before opening its first restaurant location in Omaha in 2021. Van Buskirk's decision to expand to Texas in 2023 was driven by her desire to be closer to family, particularly after her breast cancer diagnosis in December 2022. With a successful track record, Deviled Egg Co. generated just under $1.3 million in revenue for 2024 and was profitable. During their pitch on "Shark Tank," they sought $150,000 for 5% equity in exchange for what they planned to achieve with the investment, which included opening additional grab-and-go locations. Despite initial interest from Cuban, he ultimately declined to invest individually, preferring to remain a customer rather than a co-owner. In a competitive scenario, Kevin O'Leary made a counteroffer of $150,000 for 20% equity. To facilitate Cuban's pursuit of investment, he joined forces with investor Barbara Corcoran, leading to a joint offer amounting to $250,000 for a combined 20% stake. The offer came as a bittersweet note for Cuban, marking the end of his tenure on the show. Cuban's future plans involve more family time and a focus on his online pharmacy cost-saving business, Cost Plus Drugs. This shift toward prioritizing family and health reflects the changes Cuban is willing to make following his experiences on the show. Cuban expressed pride in inspiring people over his years on the show and emphasized the importance of such a memorable exit from the series.