Business Listings

Cropsticks Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • March 28, 2017

Highlights Mylen Yamamoto pitches Cropsticks, eco-friendly chopsticks made from sustainably harvested bamboo, seeking $75,000 for 12.5% equity. Cropsticks feature a built-in holder and aim to reduce the environmental impact of…

Apollo Peak Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • March 28, 2017

Brandon Zavala seeks a Shark to invest in Apollo Peak, his line of “wines” for cats and dogs. Zavala started the business in 2015 with the goal of creating a “safe…

Under the Weather Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • March 28, 2017

Highlights Under the Weather offers portable, protective “pods” that shield users from harsh weather during outdoor events. Rick Pescovitz sought $600,000 for 10% equity in Shark Tank but ended up…

SeedSheet Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • March 28, 2017

Cam MacKugler hopes a Shark sees the growth potential of SeedSheet, his idiot proof organic gardening system, when he pitches in episode 822. SeedSheet is a garden that literally unrolls and…

DartDrones Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 13, 2017

Abby Speicher hopes to fly away with an investment when she pitches DartDrones, her flight school for drone pilots, on Shark Tank Season 8 Episode 18. The business teaches wanna-be…

SandCloud Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 13, 2017

Bruno Aschimanini, Steven Ford, and Brandon Leibel pitch SandCloud, their line of plush beach towels with built-in pillows, in Shark Tank Season 8 Episode 18. About SandCloud Category Details Business…

Ora Organic Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 13, 2017

Will Smelko and Ron Chang hope to supplement their cash flow when they pitch Ora Organic, their line of organic and sustainable supplements, on Shark Tank Season 8 Episode 18.…

Elephant Pants Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 13, 2017

James Brooks and Nathan Coleman seek a Shark partner for their Elephant Pants in Shark Tank Season 8 Episode 18. They discovered elephant pants – baggy, harem-style pants – on…

BitsBox Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 7, 2017

Highlights Scott Linninger and Aiden Chopra present BitsBox, a subscription box service that teaches kids to code, seeking $250,000 for 3% equity on Shark Tank. Despite impressive sales and a…

EDN Wallgarden Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 7, 2017

Ryan Woltz pitches Edn Wallgarden (pronounced “Eden”), a hydroponic growing system, in Shark Tank episode 817. The gardens allow people to grow fresh herbs, vegetables and flowers in the comfort…

Hotels by Day Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 7, 2017

Hospitality industry veterans, technology experts and entrepreneurs Brian Dass and Yannis Moati pitch Hotels by Day, a business that allows travelers to book a hotel room during the day, in…

Toymail Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • February 7, 2017

Highlights Gauri Nanda pitches Toymail, a line of Wi-Fi enabled plush toys that allow kids to send and receive voice messages, seeking $250,000 for 2.5% equity. Despite skepticism about the…

Tranquilo Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 29, 2017

Highlights Maternity nurse Melissa Gersin created Tranquilo, a vibrating baby mat that mimics the soothing sensations of the womb. She sought $100,000 for 10% equity on Shark Tank and secured…

Peaceful Fruits Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 29, 2017

Highlights Evan Delahanty pitched Peaceful Fruits, açaí berry snacks with a social mission, seeking $75,000 for 20% equity. Despite no deal with the Sharks, the business grew significantly, adding new…

Firefighter Turnout Bags (FFTOB) Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 24, 2017

Highlights Niki and Matt Rasor seek $250,000 for 33.3% equity in their business, Firefighter Turnout Bags, which repurposes old firefighter gear into unique bags. The business started in 2008 after…

Doc Spartan Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 24, 2017

Highlights Doc Spartan’s signature product, Combat Ready Ointment, heals cuts and scrapes, and is available in various sizes, including tins and roll-ons. Renée and Dale sought $75,000 for 15% equity…

Vibes Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 23, 2017

Highlights Jackson Mann seeks $100,000 for 20% equity in Vibes, a company offering earplugs that lower decibel levels without blocking sound, allowing for a better concert experience. Vibes earplugs feature…

Popup Play Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 23, 2017

Highlights Amelia Cosgrove and Bryan Thomas seek $250,000 for 6% equity in Popup Play, a company that allows children to design and create their own playhouses using an app. Popup…

GetAway Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 20, 2017

Highlights Pete Davis and Jon Staff pitch Getaway, a company that rents tiny houses in secret, secluded locations, seeking $500,000 for 5% equity. Despite a strong presentation, the founders decline…

Chirps Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 8

By Rob Merlino • January 20, 2017

Highlights Laura D’Asaro and Rose Wang presented Chirps, tortilla chips made from cricket flour, highlighting their sustainability and nutritional benefits. Crickets contain all nine essential amino acids and more magnesium…