Zehra Gunes is a Turkish volleyball player who plays the role of a middle blocker. She is a member of the Turkish Women’s National Volleyball Team and plays for Vakifbank Istanbul. Many fans noticed her superb skills and stunning looks in her Olympic debut in 2021. Since then, many are asking about who this angelic athlete really is. Who Is Zehra Gunes? Gunes was born in the Turkish city of Kartal, close to Istanbul, on July 7, 1999. The 23 year old stands at 6 foot 6, and weighs 194 pounds. Growing up she had a strong desire to play…
Author: Charles Judd
There’s something about handmade delicacies that taste better than mass-produced food sold. Founder Brenda Coffman made an entertaining appearance on Shark Tank but wasn’t able to get a deal. Fast forward 10 years and the business is still booming. As of 2023, Blondie’s Cookies is worth an estimated $6 million. About the Founder Brenda Coffman is a long-time baker and entrepreneur from Kokomo, Indiana. Coffman got married young but it didn’t stop her from pursuing higher education. She studied business at Indiana State University and it was here that she learned about the basics of entrepreneurship. During this time, her…
For dads, wearing an expensive tie around children isn’t always a good idea. Ties are made of delicate fabric and can be damaged easily. Kevin Shoemaker and Skylar Bennett realized this which led them to create Tough Tie. They pitched their company on Shark Tank and got a deal with Robert Herjavec. As of 2023, Tough Tie is worth an estimated $3 million. The Founders: Meet Kevin and Skylar Kevin Shoemaker hails from Mesa, Arizona and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from Arizona State University. His partner, Skylar Bennett is also from Arizona, but resides in…
Due to wildfires and virus outbreaks, it’s now more crucial than ever to care about your home’s air quality. Woosh is the perfect appliance for that. It’s a smart air filter that measures air quality in real-time and sends notifications via a mobile app. Winston Mok appeared on season 14 of Shark Tank and got a deal with Kevin O’Leary. As of 2023, Woosh is worth an estimated $5 million. About the Founder Winston Mok is an ambitious entrepreneur hailing from San Francisco. He has a degree in Engineering, Computer and Mechatronics from the University of Waterloo, Canada. Given his…
Bread is a basic necessity in households as it’s rich in complex carbohydrates. However, some people avoid bread because it’s unhealthy, at least that’s how it used to be until Uprising Food came onto the scene. Founders William and Kristen Schumacher pitched their product on Shark Tank but weren’t able to secure a deal. As of 2023, Uprising Food is worth $4 million. William and Kristen Schumacher William and Kristen Schumacher are a married couple based in Cincinnati, Ohio. William has a degree in marketing from Wright State University, and his wife studied psychology at Ohio State University. After college,…
Dentists recommend that people brush their teeth for at least two minutes, but some people won’t spend that much time on oral care. Dr. Bobbi Peterson created the electric Big Mouth Toothbrush, which has an ultra-wide brushing surface to reduce the time needed for cleaning your pearly whites. Bobbi recently pitched her business on Shark Tank and got a deal with Barbara Corcoran. As of 2023, Big Mouth Toothbrush is worth an estimated $1.5 million. Bobbi Peterson’s Background Bobbi Peterson hails from Newark, New Jersey and is the youngest of seven kids! Peterson became a doctor of dental surgery after…
TikTok is the perfect platform for savvy marketers looking to get attention. One company that has cracked the viral marketing code is Youthforia, a sustainable makeup line that is revolutionizing how we think about makeup. Founder Fiona Co Chan pitched her brand on Shark Tank and got a deal with Mark Cuban. As of 2023, Youthforia is worth an estimated $5 million. About the Founder Fiona Co Chan is an Asian-American beauty entrepreneur based in Miami, Florida. Despite having a strong interest in makeup, she initially studied economics at Dartmouth College. After getting her bachelor’s degree, she sold advanced software…
Tate Koenig first appeared on season 12 of Shark Tank pitching his product, Cheese Chopper. Although Koenig didn’t get a deal, he didn’t give up. Tate returned in season 14 to share his latest venture, Pizza Pack. This time around, things went much better and bagged a deal with Lori Greiner. As of 2023, Pizza Pack is worth $1 million. Founders’ Background Hailing from Portland, Oregon, Tate Koenig is a farmer and lumber broker. After graduating from Canby High School, he studied entrepreneurship and international business at Oregon State University. While still in high school, he worked as a mechanic…
Marina Mogilko, known online as ‘Linguamarina’ and ‘Silicon Valley Girl’, is a businesswoman and content creator who teaches her audience how to learn languages. Mogilko runs multiple YouTube channels and businesses. She is the co-founder of LinguaTrip and Fluent Express. As of 2023, Marina Mogilko has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Early Life Mogilko was born in the Russian city of Saint Petersburg on March 13, 1990. Not much is known about her family background but she did grow up in a family who were entrepreneurial. At 12 years old, Marina became an Avon representative and sold cosmetic…
Shaving is a part of every guy’s grooming routine but the normal way of applying shaving cream by hand is messy. Legacy Shave aims to provide the “ultimate shaving experience” with its combination of a shaving foam can and a brush. Founder Mike Gutow appeared on season 14 of Shark Tank and got a deal with Lori Greiner. As of 2023, Legacy Shave is worth an estimated $1 million. About the Founder Mike Gutow hails from St. Clair Shores, Michigan and has a bachelor’s degree in business from Michigan State University. Only Mike appeared on television but he’s not the…