On CNBC, August 12th!

Set your DVR to CNBC for August 12th! Stephen Viscusi is featured on a new TV show called "Make Me a Millionaire Inventor" on CNBC, scheduled to help kick off the first episode on Wednesday, August 12th at 10PM EDT.

The show originated in England and is similar in format to "Shark Tank," but exclusively for inventors. Stephen plays the role of the Shark — evaluating early-stage inventions and deciding whether to invest.

The invention featured in the first episode is called the Marinara Tower — essentially a chocolate fountain reimagined for marinara sauce, where guests can dip meatballs and bread instead of strawberries. As Stephen puts it, if anyone should know about marinara sauce, it's an Italian cook like him.

Each episode features two inventions and two Sharks. Tune in to the premiere to see whether Stephen made the right investment decision. And as it gets closer to air, please consider sharing the news with friends on social media and letting CNBC know what you think.

About Stephen Viscusi

Stephen Viscusi is the founder of The Viscusi Group, a boutique executive search firm with more than three decades of specialization in the interior furnishings industry — including furniture, textiles, lighting, flooring, and home décor.

Every placement made through The Viscusi Group is backed by a one-year free replacement guarantee, reflecting the firm's confidence in the caliber of its candidates and the depth of its industry relationships.

Stephen is widely recognized as a leading voice on career strategy, workplace dynamics, and executive talent in the interiors space. Please share your story or send your workplace questions to stephen@viscusigroup.com or call (212) 979-5700 ext. 101.

Executive Search Services

The Viscusi Group places senior and C-suite executives across all segments of the interiors industry. We offer retained search engagements for president, CEO, COO, CMO, and VP-level roles within furniture, textile, and home furnishings brands, as well as advisory support on organizational design, succession planning, and building high-performing leadership teams.

Private Equity Recruitment in the Interiors Sector

We partner with Private Equity firms that acquire furniture and textiles brands, and their portfolio companies, understanding the unique leadership profile required for value creation in the interiors space.

Our recruiters utilize deep industry knowledge and our network to effectively attract and recruit Catalyst Executives who can accelerate growth, drive operational excellence, and successfully execute the PE investment thesis.

We specialize in identifying leaders who know how to initiate critical shifts and mobilize teams to optimize recently acquired brands and prepare them for a successful exit. Whether your firm needs a turnaround operator, a growth-focused CMO, or a supply chain leader who understands the complexities of the furnishings category, The Viscusi Group has the network and expertise to deliver.