Shark Tank Bangladesh, a business-based reality show that is to be launched soon, has signed lifestyle brand MINISO Bangladesh as its official gift partner for its inaugural season.
Shark Tank Bangladesh promises to bring forth some of the most creative and innovative entrepreneurial minds of Bangladesh.
The investment-seeking entrepreneurs will get a chance to showcase their ideas to a panel of influential entrepreneurs or ‘Sharks’, offering them the chance to secure investments and gain exposure and first-hand insights.
The formal agreement was sealed through a signing ceremony, between Mamun Atik, chief business development officer of Bongo, and the Directors of Miniso Bangladesh, Shah Rayeed Chowdhury and Chowdhury Asifuzzaman, according to a press release on Wednesday.
Founded in 2013, MINISO has grown into a global retail sensation with over 6,000 stores across 105 countries.
In Bangladesh alone, MINISO boasts 27 stores, offering a diverse range of over 5,000 products spanning categories such as perfume, cosmetics, bags, stationery, electronics, toys, household items and many more.
Shah Rayeed Chowdhury said "We are proud to join Shark Tank Bangladesh as a partner in their very first season.”
“It’s great that the entrepreneurs and creative minds of Bangladesh are getting a chance to demonstrate their ideas at such a level. Big thanks to Sony and Bongo for enabling a platform like this in Bangladesh."
Mamun Atik echoed this sentiment, saying, "We are delighted to welcome MINISO as a partner.
This collaboration exemplifies the growing synergy between the household and consumer goods industry and entrepreneurial initiatives, showcasing the influence of Shark Tank as a platform for diverse players in the sector."