Turn-Key Website
A complete e-commerce website built and configured for you, including secure hosting, admin access, product loading, merchant setup, and the tools needed to begin selling online.
Launch a custom BigCommerce-powered online store with My Business Venture, a certified BigCommerce developer with over 30 years of e-commerce experience. MBV builds, hosts, trains, and supports your turn-key store with product feeds, secure payments, dropshipping fulfillment, and marketing tools designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs go live faster and operate with confidence.
From store design to fulfillment, MBV provides the essential tools for launching and managing your e-commerce business.
A complete e-commerce website built and configured for you, including secure hosting, admin access, product loading, merchant setup, and the tools needed to begin selling online.
Professional website design and an easy-to-use e-commerce builder help your store look polished, trustworthy, and manageable without requiring coding experience or technical design skills.
Access a huge catalog of brand-name products with automatic updates and built-in markup potential, helping you add sellable inventory without manual product sourcing.
Orders are picked, packed, and shipped for you under your company name, so you can sell online without storing inventory or managing logistics.
MBV helps set up secure credit card processing and payment gateways so your store can accept online payments safely and professionally from the start.
MBV University and one-on-one consulting provide practical guidance on store setup, operations, marketing, pricing, and long-term e-commerce business growth.
Your MBV consultant helps clarify your goals, package options, product interests, and launch priorities. This step sets the foundation for a practical store plan, especially if you are new to e-commerce or building from home part-time.
See how MBV supports entrepreneurs with turn-key websites, training, marketing, and ongoing e-commerce guidance.
MBV combines proven technology, training, fulfillment, and business guidance in one complete e-commerce solution.
Certified BigCommerce development expertise helps your store launch on a proven e-commerce platform.
MBV has supported entrepreneurs nationwide since 1992 with turn-key online business solutions.
Training, consulting, and support help first-time owners manage their store with confidence.
Dropshipping, product feeds, secure hosting, and payment tools reduce startup complexity and risk.
Experienced e-commerce advisors supporting your launch and growth.
President and CEO
Thomas Stridiron is the founder, President, and CEO of My Business Venture (MBV), headquartered in Smithtown, NY. Starting the company in 1992 with just a $100 investment from a two-bedroom apartment, Tom has grown MBV into a multi-million dollar nationwide e-commerce solutions company with offices across the United States. His inspirational journey from a tough childhood to entrepreneurial success has been featured in dozens of print, radio, TV, and podcast interviews, including appearances on The Donna Drake Show and the Franchise Radio Show on LI News Radio. Tom has spoken at Suffolk County Community College and leads MBV's philanthropic arm, MBV Gives Back. He also serves as a board member of the Lightning Warriors Youth Triathlon Team and has completed 20 triathlons.
Strategic Advisor
Kevin Harrington serves as Strategic Advisor to My Business Venture and is widely recognized as an original Shark from the hit TV series Shark Tank. With a remarkable entrepreneurial track record, his business ventures have launched more than 1,000 products and generated over $6 billion in global sales, with more than 20 companies exceeding $100 million in revenue. As MBV's Strategic Advisor, Kevin collaborates with the MBV Dream Team to educate clients on proven strategies for achieving business success. His expertise in product launches, marketing, and scaling businesses brings an unparalleled level of insight and credibility to the MBV platform, helping aspiring entrepreneurs maximize their potential.
Business Consultant / MBV University Coach
Kurt Higgins is a highly regarded Business Consultant and MBV University Coach at My Business Venture, bringing deep expertise in the digital landscape to every client engagement. Known for his thorough understanding of algorithms, engagement strategies, and e-commerce best practices, Kurt excels at breaking down complex topics into clear, actionable guidance for entrepreneurs at every experience level. Clients consistently praise him as knowledgeable, personable, and effective, earning him five-star reviews across the board. As an MBV University Coach, Kurt plays a pivotal role in equipping new business owners with the skills and confidence they need to launch and grow successful online ventures.
Business Consultant
John Helleis is a dedicated Business Consultant at My Business Venture, known throughout the organization for his exceptional availability and unwavering commitment to client success. Whether addressing technical questions or guiding entrepreneurs through the early stages of launching their online store, John is consistently praised by clients for his responsiveness and follow-through. He takes a hands-on approach to resolving concerns quickly and thoroughly, ensuring that every client feels supported at each step of their e-commerce journey. His dedication to client satisfaction reflects MBV's core value of putting client success above all else.
Business Consultant
Bruce Witkin is a Business Consultant at My Business Venture, recognized for his patience, product knowledge, and ability to get client e-commerce websites up and running quickly — often within less than a week. Bruce specializes in supporting clients who are new to the world of e-commerce and drop shipping, making him an invaluable resource for first-time business owners navigating an unfamiliar landscape. His approachable style and technical proficiency ensure that clients feel confident and prepared as they launch their online stores. Clients regularly commend Bruce for his thoroughness and his genuine investment in their long-term business success.
Senior Business Consultant
Jason Backer is a Senior Business Consultant at My Business Venture, bringing a wealth of experience in coaching, marketing strategy, and client support to every engagement. Known for his courteous and highly responsive communication style, Jason provides new clients with the encouragement, direction, and marketing insights needed to hit the ground running. He is particularly skilled at helping entrepreneurs develop actionable business strategies that align with their goals and the MBV platform's capabilities. Clients consistently praise Jason for his professionalism and his ability to transform uncertainty into confidence, making him a cornerstone of the MBV consulting team.
MBV provides a turn-key e-commerce website built and set up for you, including custom design, secure hosting, a custom domain, merchant account setup, product catalog access, back-end admin access, training, and ongoing support. The goal is to help first-time and experienced entrepreneurs launch a professional online store without needing to code, buy inventory, or manage fulfillment alone.
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Tell us about your goals, preferred package, and timeline. An MBV consultant can explain your options, onboarding, training, and next steps for launching your store.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 1-800-639-6644. You can also send us a quick email at ceo@mbvmail.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 1-800-639-6644. You can also send us a quick email at ceo@mbvmail.com.