Chris Gronkowski

Chris Gronkowski is the owner, inventor, and CEO of Ice Shaker™, a company that produces protein shaker bottles.12 Before his entrepreneurial venture, Gronkowski had a career as a professional football player in the NFL, which he joined in 2010.4 He played for three seasons in the league.3

After retiring from professional football, Gronkowski turned his focus to business. In 2016, he set out to create Ice Shaker™2, a company that specializes in producing high-quality protein shaker bottles. The company gained significant attention when it was featured on the popular TV show Shark Tank, where Gronkowski pitched his product to potential investors.1

Entrepreneurial Journey

Gronkowski's transition from professional sports to entrepreneurship has been successful. In addition to Ice Shaker™, he also owns and runs a company called Everything Decorated.5 His experience as an athlete likely influenced the development of Ice Shaker™, as protein shakers are commonly used by athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Shark Tank Appearance

During his appearance on Shark Tank, Gronkowski sought $100,000 for a 10% stake in Ice Shaker™. His goal wasn't just to secure funding, but also to find a strategic partner who could help grow the business.7 The exposure from the show has undoubtedly contributed to the company's success and visibility in the market.

Chris Gronkowski continues to lead Ice Shaker™ as its CEO, leveraging his background in professional sports and his entrepreneurial skills to grow the business. His LinkedIn profile, under the username chris-gronkowski-053374124, lists him as being associated with Ice Shaker™ and the University of Arizona, based in Southlake, Texas.6