''The Partner'' is an American reality television show that is broadcast on

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. The series features

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auditioning ten candidates to help run businesses Lemonis has invested in during his other CNBC program '' The Profit''. Candidates will be auditioned over a six-week period, with one being selected to be Lemonis' partner. The winner will receive a three-year contract including a salary of US$163,000 and a 1%

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in Lemonis' portfolio. The series drew comparisons to another business themed reality format ''

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''. The series was announced on January 14, 2016 and was originally scheduled to debut in Summer 2016. However, the series would debut on March 7, 2017.

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