Grand Opening Celebrations Friday, September 11 for three Razor’s Edge Shark Cage Student-run Businesses
Three more new student-run businesses to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year, BBQ Club, a popular campus business in 2019-2020 is ready to re-launch under new ownership; The Shake Place, another popular campus business in 2019-2020, operating as Sweet Spot Milkshakes, is ready to re-launch under new ownership; and, Mako Meltz are all ready to celebrate their Grand Openings on Friday, September 11. Seven more student-run businesses, Cheeselicious, CrochetSwim, Lotsa Tacos, Natural Bowl, Sharky Art, Sweet Tooth, and Vine & Branch Co., celebrated Grand Openings previously. Head to the Shark Cage at Mako Hall for the Grand Openings of these student-run businesses owned and operated by the Bezos Class of 2022 Razor’s Edge Shark Cage Scholars Program family. These businesses join six returning Shark Cage businesses that closed last March during campus closure, i.e. Captain Nova; Mako Manner Clothing Co.; R3, Shark Shoes; Get Thrifty; and the Lemonade Stand. This is an enormous accomplishment for these students, and we would like to invite you to join us and enjoy some of the great products and services offered by these entrepreneurial ventures. Cash, credit cards, and Shark Cash are accepted.
Whether looking for something to eat or drink or to take advantage of the many other services that the students provide, the NSU community is likely to find it at the Shark Cage facility. Each business aims to engage all members of the NSU community including students, faculty, and staff.
“Students went through specifically designed courses to aid them in getting their businesses started, made funding pitches for their microloans, ordered their equipment and inventory, and launched over 20 student-run businesses in the last two years,” said Cheryl Babcock, director of the Shark Cage Program and Entrepreneurship faculty member in NSU’s Huizenga Business College. “It has been awe-inspiring to witness the ingenuity, strong work ethic, and enthusiasm as they pursue their entrepreneurial journeys, and I am looking forward to the dedicated students who will open/reopen their businesses this fall.”
Each Razor’s Edge Shark Cage Scholars Program student creates, launches, and operates a business in their junior year, to fulfill their scholarships. This year, we have 13 new businesses launching from the Bezos Class, 10 in September and three additional businesses will celebrate their Grand Openings in Winter 2021. We invite you to ENGAGE with all the students at their Grand Openings and throughout the year by supporting their businesses.
Grand Opening Events:
Friday, September 11, 2020
Location: NSU Shark Cage at Mako Hall
- 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., BBQ Club
- 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., Mako Meltz
- 8:00 p.m. – midnight, The Shake Place
BBQ Club
Back by popular demand and operated under new management, BBQ Club is where you go for quality, freshly grilled hamburger, or hot dog on campus. Our aim is to provide our guests with a delicious, affordable meal. The thought of our savory burgers will tantalize your taste buds so all you will be thinking about during the day is to head to the Shark Cage in Mako Hall for a delicious meal. These burgers and dogs are in high demand, so stop by early to enjoy this classic!
Zach Milke, a junior majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Entrepreneurship and Math from Clinton Township, MI, encourages you to stop by for a tasty, affordable meal. Regular hours of operation are Monday from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday from Noon – 3:00 p.m.
Mako Meltz
Mako Meltz is where you go for the best-grilled cheese sandwich on campus. Our aim is to provide our guests with a delicious, affordable meal. The 
thought of our sandwiches in all their cheesy glory will tantalize your taste buds so head to the Shark Cage at Mako Hall for a hot delicious cheese sandwich. These good-to-the-last-crumb sandwiches are in high demand, so when the craving hits for an oozy grilled cheese sandwich stop by to enjoy this classic and think about adding a bowl of savory soup that is also on offer!
Melanie Longo, a junior majoring in Environmental Science and minoring in Entrepreneurship and Education from New York, NY, is also an Officer in training for the United States Coast Guard. She encourages you to stop by a classic grilled cheese sandwich. Regular hours of operation are Friday from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The Shake Place
Stop by The Shake Place for quality, hand-crafted milkshake on campus. Our aim is to provide our guests with a luxurious, creamy treat at the end of the day. Once you’ve tried one, we guarantee that our unique and delicious milkshakes are all you’ll be able to think about. Our milkshakes sell out quickly, so stop by the Shark Cage at Mako Hall early to enjoy this refreshing treat that will have your mouth watering!
Evan Ducanis, a junior majoring in Accounting and minoring in Entrepreneurship from Davie, FL is eager to share some of her new flavors with you so stop by and treat yourself. Regular hours of operation are Monday from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8:00 p.m. – Midnight.
For more information about this program, please contact:
Cheryl R. Babcock, CFE
Lecturer and Director
Razor’s Edge Shark Cage Scholars Program
Huizenga Business College
Nova Southeastern University
P: 954-288-7435
E: babcockc@nova.edu