Barbara Corcoran is an American businesswoman, investor, and television personality best known as the founder of The Corcoran Group, a leading New York real estate brokerage. She built the company from a small operation into one of the most prominent firms in the industry before selling it in 2001. Corcoran is also a longtime investor on ABC’s 'Shark Tank,' where she evaluates and funds entrepreneurial ventures. Her career is marked by expertise in real estate, business growth, and media appearances.