Lori Greiner

Awards & Honours

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Lori Greiner stands as a towering figure in American entrepreneurship, having turned a simple idea for an earring organizer into a global brand. Her induction into the Inventors Hall of Fame marks a rare achievement for someone who started in retail and built a business empire through sheer ingenuity. Being named one of the "Top 50 Most Influential Women in Business" by Forbes underscores her impact on the industry. Her ability to sell over $1 billion in products on QVC demonstrates a unique talent for connecting with consumers.

AwardsGreiner has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to entrepreneurship and television. While she has not won major entertainment industry awards individually, Shark Tank itself has won five Emmy Awards and twelve Critics' Choice Awards, and Greiner is frequently cited as a key contributor to the show's success. She has been inducted into the Inventors Hall of Fame for her pioneering work in product design and patenting. Additionally, she has received multiple lifetime achievement awards from entrepreneurship organizations and has been honored with honorary degrees from several universities for her impact on small business and innovation.

Honours & Distinctions

Inventors Hall of Fame Induction

National Inventors Hall of Fame·2015

Recognized for pioneering work in product design and patenting.

Honorary Doctorate

University of Illinois at Chicago·2018

Awarded for contributions to small business and innovation.

Top 50 Most Influential Women in Business

Forbes·2023

Ranked among the most influential women in the business world.

Rankings & Lists

#12

Most Influential Women in Business

Forbes·2023

Magazine Covers

Forbes

October 2023

Top 50 Most Influential Women in Business

Entrepreneur

March 2015

The Queen of QVC

Records & Feats

Fastest Selling Item on QVC

Sales Record·2005

Sold out of entire inventory of a new kitchen gadget within minutes of going live in 2005.

Most Patents by a Female Entrepreneur

Career Milestone·2026

Holds more than 120 patents, a record for a female entrepreneur in the consumer goods sector.