Turn-Key Website
Get a complete e-commerce-enabled custom website with secure hosting, merchant account setup, domain connection, admin access, and product-ready functionality designed for entrepreneurs launching online.
Launch and manage an online store with MBV’s turn-key e-commerce website solution, built for entrepreneurs who want professional design, product feeds, secure hosting, fulfillment support, and back-end control without coding. My Business Venture helps you go live in days with training, consulting, marketing tools, and a managed platform designed to simplify store ownership.

MBV combines design, products, fulfillment, hosting, payments, and training into one turn-key online store solution.
Get a complete e-commerce-enabled custom website with secure hosting, merchant account setup, domain connection, admin access, and product-ready functionality designed for entrepreneurs launching online.
MBV provides professional website design and an easy-to-use e-commerce builder, helping your store look polished and credible without requiring coding or technical experience.
Access a huge catalog of brand-name products with an auto-updated feed, built-in product markups, and thousands of items available to feature in your store.
Orders are picked, packed, and shipped for you under your own business name, so customers stay connected to your brand while MBV handles fulfillment.
Set your own product prices, adjust markups, run discounts, and create promotions, giving you direct control over margins and sales strategy.
State-of-the-art secure hosting keeps your store fast, protected, and available around the clock with SSL security and monitored uptime.

Choose from MBV’s Enterprise, Premier, or Millennium packages based on your goals, product needs, training level, and desired features. A consultant helps clarify what is included so your store starts with the right foundation.
MBV has helped thousands of entrepreneurs launch and grow online businesses with expert support.
MBV brings together the tools, training, and support needed to launch an online store.
MBV has supported entrepreneurs since 1992 with proven e-commerce systems and hands-on guidance.
BBB A+ accreditation, D-U-N-S registration, and BigCommerce certification reinforce long-term business credibility.
Training, consulting, phone support, and after-hours email help owners move forward with confidence.
Design, products, hosting, payments, fulfillment, and marketing are bundled into one integrated platform.
Experienced e-commerce consultants guiding your online business 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.
MBV states that a fully operational e-commerce website can be launched in days, depending on package setup, onboarding details, domain registration, and required merchant account activation. Your website setup is handled during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST, while support remains available through phone and email channels.
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Certified expertise in BigCommerce development.
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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.