Turn-Key Website
A complete custom e-commerce website built and configured for online selling, including admin access, secure shopping features, hosting, products, and launch-ready functionality for new business owners.
Launch a branded dropshipping store without managing inventory, hosting, fulfillment, or technical setup yourself. My Business Venture builds and hosts your e-commerce website, connects secure payment processing, loads products, and supports you with training, marketing tools, and real-person guidance so you can focus on growing your online business from home.
Everything needed to build, host, launch, and operate a branded dropshipping e-commerce store.
A complete custom e-commerce website built and configured for online selling, including admin access, secure shopping features, hosting, products, and launch-ready functionality for new business owners.
Professional web design paired with an easy-to-use e-commerce builder, giving your store a polished look while allowing you to make unlimited updates without coding experience.
State-of-the-art hosting keeps your online store fast, available, and secured with SSL protection, helping protect customer information and reduce lost sales from downtime.
Access a large catalog of brand-name and top-selling products through an automated feed, with product data updates and profit margin opportunities built into the platform.
Orders are picked, packed, and shipped for you under your own company name, so customers remain connected to your brand while MBV handles fulfillment.
Merchant account setup and secure payment gateway integration help your store accept credit cards and online payments quickly, with clear processing rates provided upfront.
Choose the Enterprise, Premier, or Millennium package based on your goals, desired features, and training needs. MBV’s team reviews your business direction, explains included tools, and helps you understand what is required to begin building your online store.
Helping aspiring entrepreneurs launch online stores with expert guidance, technology, fulfillment, and training.
My Business Venture combines technology, fulfillment, coaching, and credibility in one e-commerce launch partner.
Founded in 1992, MBV brings over 30 years of e-commerce experience to every client.
BBB A+ accreditation, D-U-N-S registration, and BigCommerce certification reinforce credibility and platform expertise.
Your website, hosting, products, fulfillment, training, and marketing tools are packaged together.
U.S.-based consultants provide phone, email, training, and business guidance beyond launch.
Experienced e-commerce consultants supporting every stage of launch.
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.
My Business Venture builds a complete e-commerce-enabled website for you, including professional design, secure hosting, a custom domain, admin access, product catalog integration, and dropshipping fulfillment. The platform is designed for first-time and experienced entrepreneurs who want a branded online store without buying inventory, coding a website, or managing warehouse operations themselves.
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Highest BBB rating for business trust standards.
Certified development expertise on BigCommerce technology.
Registered business credibility through Dun & Bradstreet.
Tell us about your online business goals, preferred package, and timeline. A My Business Venture consultant can walk you through website setup, products, hosting, training, fulfillment, and next steps.
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.