Mark Wiens passion for food and travel has captivated millions worldwide. In the process, this hobby has made him a multi-millionaire. Renowned for his infectious enthusiasm and in-depth food reviews, Mark Wiens has a net worth of $6.5 million. Early Life Wiens was born on February 26, 1986, in Phoenix, Arizona. His ethnicity is mixed as his father is American and his mother is Chinese. In his youth, Mark moved around a lot because his parents were missionaries. When he was five, they relocated to Albertville, France. Later the family migrated to the Democratic Republic of Congo, where they remained…
Author: Charles Judd
Charles Judd
Charles graduated from the University of Mindanao and has 3 years experience covering celebrity news, net worth and reality TV. His work has featured in Yahoo, the Sun and Rutgers Business School. In his free time, he enjoys coding and watching Shark Tank!
Investment scams and other sketchy financial schemes are widespread online. Vivian Tu, best known by her online handle Your Rich BFF, is a former Wall Street trader who made it her mission to teach financial literacy. And she’s not short of change! Your Rich BFF has a net worth of $1 million. Background Vivian Tu’s parents are Chinese immigrants who came to America so their daughter could receive a first-class education. The family lived in Maryland and she attended Marriotts Ridge High School. Tu graduated from the University of Chicago with a BA in Environmental Studies and Public Policy, concentrating…
In 2024, creating an AI influencer has become a booming side hustle. Using advanced AI tools, everyday people are building digital personalities that attract thousands of followers on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. What used to require a team of designers and content creators can now be achieved with a laptop and a creative idea. Meet the New AI Influencers Aitana Lopez is a virtual influencer designed by a small creative studio in Spain. Aitana shares lifestyle, travel, and fashion content that resonates with Gen Z audiences, amassing over 340,000 followers on Instagram. Brands like Zara and Sephora have collaborated with…
Lark Davis is a crypto content creator with a net worth of $3 million. The New Zealander has been on YouTube since 2009 but only started uploading videos in 2017. He started at the perfect time as the crypto boom helped him attract over 614,000 subscribers to his YouTube channel (formerly known as “The Crypto Lark”). Background Early on, people liked Davis’ upbeat energy, combining a lighthearted sense of humor with critical thinking. On YouTube, Lark mainly covers the latest crypto news, analysis and crypto picks. The advice he shares is based on his own experience and he aims to…
Calling all wine connoisseurs. You can now travel and bring home a bottle without worrying about breaking it mid-flight. FlyWithWine created VinGardeValise, the first and only suitcase specifically designed to protect wine bottles. Founders Ronald Scharman and Ryan Neergaard appeared on Shark Tank but didn’t get a deal. FlyWithWine filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in July 2024 and has since ceased operations. Meet the Founders Director of business development, Ryan Neergaard, was a long-time Shark Tank fan. He is also a certified sommelier and spent his early career working in restaurants in Napa, California. Over 13 years, he’s mastered the…
Founder of the now-defunct Megaupload.com, the internet entrepreneur goes by different names such as Kimble and Kim Dotcom. Megaupload was a file hosting business that let users share files online and was the 13th most visited website in the world at its peak. Kim was fined hundreds of millions of dollars because of this. Despite his legal battles, Kim Dotcom has an estimated net worth of $10 million. Early Life Kim Schmitz is from Kiel, Germany and was born on January 21, 1974. The German-Finnish programmer legally changed his last name to Dotcom as a tribute to the industry that…
For plants to flourish, it’s crucial to mimic their natural habitat. In settings like indoor spaces and gardens, this requires special attention. Arber’s organic plant food can help with that. Founder Vanessa Dawson, recently appeared on Shark Tank and didn’t get a deal. After the show, Arber is worth an estimated $10 million. Vanessa Dawson’s Background Arber products replicate key natural processes in plants, enhancing their well-being without synthetic materials. This includes boosting chlorophyll production, controlling spore germination, and improving soil health. When Vanessa began using only eco-friendly products, she found that there were green alternatives to almost everything except…
Flossing is a task everyone knows that is essential, but few really give it enough attention. But there are no more reasons to toss the floss now that we have Flaus, the first eco-friendly electric flosser. Founder, Samantha Coxe, recently pitched her company on Shark Tank and got a deal a deal with Candace Nelson. After the show, Flaus is worth $5 million. Samantha’s Backstory Flaus works with sonic vibrations and can use multiple speed levels like an electric toothbrush. You can charge it and change its dispensable head to apply a new one. Sam made the product as convenient…
Filipino cuisine holds a unique charm that’s very different from traditional American food. The exotic and familiar flavors are becoming popular with the growing Filipino-American community in the U.S. Founded by Jake Deleon, he’s found a promising niche and secured a deal with Daniel Lubetzky. After Shark Tank, Fila Manila is worth an estimated $3 million. Jake Deleon’s Background Deleon was born in the Philippines and grew up in New Jersey. He’s a first-generation Filipino-American, so the influence of his motherland is still strong. He experienced first-hand the joy of Filipino gatherings. Also, one of his parents’ side hustles was…
In the sweltering heat of summer, nothing is more refreshing than ice-cold water. This simple yet elusive pleasure is what David Stark sought to provide when launching Coldest. Their main product is a water bottle that can keep drinks cold for 36 to 100 hours. Despite strong sales, David and Joe Shark weren’t able to close a deal. After Shark Tank, Coldest is worth an estimated $10 million. Founders David is the founder and CEO of the Florida-based business. With his technical background, he serves as the engineer/inventor. He’s the pulse of the company and normally works 19 hour days.…