ZOMM Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 4
Henry Penix Showcases Zomm: The Bluetooth Device That Keeps Your Phone Close
Highlights
- Henry Penix pitched Zomm in Shark Tank episode 404, seeking $2 million for 10% equity.
- Zomm is a key fob that connects to your phone via Bluetooth and alerts you when you leave your phone behind.
- The product had $5 million in sales in 2011 and $7.2 million in 2012 but faced challenges with high inventory and debt.
About Zomm
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Business Name | Zomm |
| Founder | Henry Penix |
| Industry | Consumer Electronics |
| Product | Bluetooth-enabled key fob for phone security and personal safety |
| Deal Status | No deal secured |
| Investment Asked | $2 million for 10% equity |
| Valuation | $20 million |
Seasoned tech entrepreneur Henry Penix pitches Zomm in Shark Tank episode 404. Zomm is a key fob that connects to your cellular phone via Bluetooth and emits an alarm about 20 feet from the phone. They call it a “wireless leash” for your phone.
It’s the perfect device for people who always leave their phones behind. It also acts in reverse, so you can find your keys with your phone. Other features include a personal security alarm. Zoom is global; Henry sells it in the USA, Canada, Europe, most of Africa, Australia, and China.
The product won numerous awards, including a CES Innovation award in 2010. Zomm is patented and had $5 million in sales in 2011 and $7.2 million in 2012.
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Zomm Shark Tank Recap
Henry came to Shark Tank asking for $2 million for a 10% share in the business. The Sharks were intrigued by the product but concerned about the numbers. Henry personally invested $4 million of his own money and raised another $5 million from venture capitalists. They’ve spent over $1 million on research and development.
The business also has $2 million in inventory due to overproduction for the 2011 Holiday season.
Did Zomm Get A Deal on Shark Tank?
Mark thinks there’s too much into the business already, so he’s out. Robert believes the company is near death, so he’s out too. Daymond quickly follows Robert out. Lori likes the product, but thinks something is not quite right, so she’s out too. Kevin LOVES the sales numbers, but doesn’t like the nearly $10 million in debt; he’s out too.
Zomm Shark Tank Update
Zomm saw its web traffic and sales explode after appearing on Shark Tank. In the week following their appearance, over 250K visitors visited its website, and it made a lot of sales.
Zomm continues to roll out its “personal concierge” service, which allows you to dial 911 and a set list of numbers during an emergency. It’s the “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up” product of the digital age. Zomm will continue to enhance its personal concierge going forward.
In 2012, the company hit $7.2 million in sales, with around $2 million in net profit.
Henry shuttered the business in February 2018, and the net worth of Zomm is $0. He is now Chief Executive Officer at Soaak Technologies, Inc., which “fuses ancient techniques with cutting-edge biotechnologies, addressing mental health and wellness.”
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ZOMM Bluetooth Personal Concierge Laurie & Henry Penix
Where Can You Buy It?
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I am trying to use my newly purchased zomm’s (2) and cannot bring up the http://www.zomm.com website. The batteries in these units don’t seem to be taking a charge either, I cannot get any operation out of either one of them. This is even without the assistance of the website, which is supposedly just for support and changing preferences, which means the units should still function just fine. The units should still work at their default settings.
Neither one is working at all. I charge them and they light up eventually but do not respond to the Z button being pressed.
Do I need to go back to the people I bought them from and get my money back? Is this company still in business?
I’d suggest checking with who you bought from. http://www.zomm.biz/
Would be happy to talk to Mr Penix about glucose monitering !