Shark Tank Season 16 Episode 18
Four unique pitches, from kitchen fixes to tech tricks, made Episode 18 a fun and surprising watch.
Shark Tank Season 16 Episode 18 started with the inviting aroma of home-cooked pierogi filling up the place, setting the tone for a flavorful and inventive lineup.. The delicious food company was followed by some intelligent innovations, such as a charger lock.
Later in the evening, a compact fan company came to blow away your tears while you cut those veggies with stinging fumes. Then followed an electronic gadget-cum-furniture, a mini fridge for all your drinks.
Shark Tank episodes always have something special for everyone, be it a tech geek or a food lover. It brings the perfect start to the weekend, the perfect Friday.
Shark Tank Season 16 Episode 18 Product Pitches and Deals
Shark Tank 16, Episode 18 featured a diverse mix of talented entrepreneurs, each bringing a unique product to the Tank. Here’s a breakdown of who pitched and what happened.
1. Jaju Pierogi
Every foodie’s favorite part of Shark Tank is when a food company comes on. In this episode, Jaju Pierogi came to Shark Tank Season 16 episode 18.
| Item | Description |
| Entrepreneurs | Casey and Vanessa White |
| Pitch Summary | The two entrepreneurial sisters have loved pierogi since childhood. When they pitched their business, one even dressed as a pierogi! They shared their tasty, different-flavored pierogi with the Sharks, who seemed to really like them. Growing up with Polish roots, pierogi was always a favorite. Now, their business, named after their Polish grandfather, sells in 2,500 stores after a quick start in the market. |
| Deal Status | No Deal |
| Sharks Who Invested | – |
Jaju Pierogi is a family recipe. It was taken from Casey and Vanessa White’s grandfather’s handwritten notes. The company has been doing great, and the customers seem to like the different flavors that they offer. The sisters set their valuation at $3.75 million when they pitched their business to the Sharks. Find out why none of the Sharks invested in their venture. Read more.
2. Permaplug Charger Lock
Does your phone charger do that thing where it disappears every now and then? This episode of Shark Tank may have just brought you the solution.
| Item | Description |
| Entrepreneurs | Zak Jones |
| Pitch Summary | Zak Jones presented his Permaplug Charger Lock to the Sharks. He showed how it works and why it is useful. Shark Kevin jokingly called him “poopsie baby” mid-pitch, giving Zak an unexpected nickname. Another Shark pointed out it seemed best for homes, not travel. But Zak countered that hotels could buy them for guests. |
| Deal Status | Deal secured |
| Sharks Who Invested | Lori Greiner |
When Zak first started explaining his business, it seemed like the product was a joke. Shark Kevin even said he didn’t think it was a serious idea. However, when Zak revealed his sales numbers — in a notoriously dramatic fashion — he got everyone’s attention. The entrepreneur came in with a very energetic and charismatic vibe and secured a fruitful deal by the end of the pitch. Read more.
3. Fanion
You know those times when you just can’t stop crying while cutting onions? It’s frustrating, and if you have company, it can get a little embarrassing too. Fanion is here to blow away your tears!
| Item | Description |
| Entrepreneurs | Glenn Smith and Madison |
| Pitch Summary | Glenn Smith and his daughter Madison pitched their business, Fanion. They presented a fun demonstration showing how hard it is to chop onions without “Fanion”. They explained how the product works and even let the Sharks try it. One Shark, who wears lenses, said onions don’t bother him because his lenses protect him from the fumes. |
| Deal Status | No Deal |
| Sharks Who Invested | – |
Fanion is a family-owned business. Each person in the family plays an important part in their company. The entrepreneurs revealed that this is not their full-time gig right now. The father is a VP at a poultry company, and the daughter has a background in engineering and tech. The father-daughter duo brought emotion to Shark Daniel, who shared that he misses his dad. Read more.
4. Rocco Mini Fridge
How would you like to have your drinks always at the right temperature, kept right where you need them? Rocco’s stylish mini fridge offers just that!
| Item | Description |
| Entrepreneurs | Sam Naparstek and Alyse Borkan |
| Pitch Summary | This pair of entrepreneurs began their pitch by humorously showing the struggle of finding drinks in regular fridges. They then introduced their special fridge, highlighting its unique design for drinks. The Sharks enjoyed samples and shared a toast. While one Shark questioned the cost, another revealed she had just bought two, saying the price was right. |
| Deal Status | Deal secured |
| Sharks Who Invested | Lori Greiner |
Co-founders Sam Naparstek and Alyse Borkan raised quite a handsome amount of money for their business in the past. When asked about the price, the founders quoted $1,495, with an early bird offer of $1,295. When Kevin first offered a deal, Mark made a funny remark. Alyse couldn’t help but laugh out loud, making everyone notice her reaction. Read More.
Out of the four business ventures, two secured promising deals. Both deals were made with Shark Lori. Although the rest did not receive any investment, they did receive valuable inputs and suggestions from the best! Stay connected to read all about the next episode.
