What s the Real Deal It has become apparent from the comments of at least one contestant that the producers can exercize an option to take a not insignificant percentage of the presenter s business regardless of whether or not a deal is struck in the Shark Tank The disclosure appears in the final credit role I personally think that it is disingenuous for the show not to emphasise this aspect as the participants are not getting a free publicity ride in return for their participation Google Scott Jordan Scottevest for further details