Author: Simeon Ganzallo

Anastasia Radzinskaya, simply referred to as Nastya or Stacy, the young YouTube celebrity rose to fame through her channel, Like Nastya. She also has other channels with millions of subscribers and knows how to attract viewers! Despite being ten years old, Like Nastya has a net worth of $20 million and makes around $28 million per year. Background Anastasia Radzinskaya was born on January 27, 2014 and is originally from Krasnodar Krai, Russia. Raised by her parents Sergey Radzinskij and Anna Radzinskaya, Nastya was born with cerebral palsy. Her physicians were concerned she wouldn’t be able to communicate growing up but…

It’s rare to see a Shark offer to buy a company but HyConn is a part of this exclusive club. HyConn is a hose connector that can help firefighters save time connecting to a hydrant. Founder Jeff Stroope agreed to sell the business to Mark Cuban but the deal never closed. The company was inactive for a few years but is back in business again, HyConn is now worth an estimated $250,000. Jeff Stroope’s Background Jeff Stroope is from Austin, Arkansas. After graduating from Lake Hamilton High School, he got an associate’s degree in computer drafting and design at Southern…

For years, people have been using dull and not-so-fresh air fresheners in their cars. Ride FRSH provides new and unique scents for car owners on a subscription-based model. Founders Donovan and Trey Brown entered the Tank and got a deal with Barbara Corcoran. Ride FRSH is worth $2 million based on latest sales figures. The Founders’ Background Donovan and Trey Brown are brothers hailing from Los Angeles, California. Trey has a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus on marketing from Howard University. He also studied Innovation and tech commercialization at USC Marshall School of Business. After graduating and…

Door handles collect plenty of germs, yet everyone touches them. StepNpull is a smart alternative to help avoid harmful microbes. The device is a door handle that is operated by the foot instead of your hand. Mike Sewell pitched the product on Shark Tank and got a deal with Kevin O’Leary. Current projections show StepNpull is worth $8 million. The Founders Mike Sewell hails from Kansas City, Missouri. He holds an associate’s degree in electronics equipment installation from Drury University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Baker University. Before obtaining his BBA, the Missouri resident worked as a…

Many irrigation systems around have been developed to help farmers grow crops more efficiently. Johnny Georges’ Tree T-PEE is one of them. Its structure features a containment device that can help save massive amounts of water in growing trees. The entrepreneur pitched his company Shark Tank and closed a deal with guest Shark John Paul DeJoria. Recently, Tree T-PEE was valued at an estimated $50 million. Johnny Georges’ Background Farmer Johnny Georges was brought up in Winter Haven, Florida. Though he is the current head of the company, Johnny is not the original founder. That would be his father, Rick…

The reality series Gold Rush has been around for 14 seasons, and is still going strong. The show documents the lives of gold miners in the US and Canada. They gained fame and fortune while seeking out one of the most valuable metals on the planet. Below we put together a list of the richest cast members. Wealthiest Gold Rush Miners: 1. Tony Beets – $15 Million Tony Beets is the richest miner on Gold Rush by a considerable margin. He debuted on the show in its second season and is a renowned gold miner in the Klondike. Beets moved…

The guitar may be the world’s most popular instrument, but learning to play it can be challenging. Chord Buddy was made to make guitar lessons easier by helping beginners learn the four main chords to play almost any song. Founder Travis Perry took the product to Shark Tank and got a deal with Robert Herjavec. In recent times, Chord Buddy is worth $6 million. Travis Perry’s Background Originally from Dothan, Alabama, Travis Perry taught music after attending Troy University. He later worked in real estate but left the industry when the economic crisis hit. Perry has taught guitar for over…

Cold plunging, or submerging your body in freezing water is a rising trend among millennials. It has many health benefits, but the hassle of setting it up is a nuisance. Enter Plunge, the bathtub that can produce clear, cold water. Founders Ryan Duey and Michael Garrett pitched it on Shark Tank and made a deal with Robert Herjavec. In today’s market, Plunge is worth $24 million. The Founders Michael Garret is a native of Arizona, United States. After graduating from Penn State University, he discovered the art of float therapy and it inspired him to found Reboot Float & Cryo…

There have been many attempts to replace plastic utensils, but none are as innovative as Loliware. The company sells the world’s first edible cups, which are made from seaweed and organic sweeteners. Founders Chelsea Briganti and Leigh Ann Tucker appeared on Shark Tank and made a deal with Mark Cuban and Barbara Corcoran. Latest figures reveal Loliware is worth $10 million. Chelsea’s and Leigh’s Background Chelsea Briganti is originally from Honolulu, Hawaii and attended the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa before pursuing industrial and product design at Parsons School of Design. There, she met her future business partner, Leigh Ann…

CNBC is a financial news channel that has been around since 1989. It has become one of the most respected news channels in the United States, and its audience continues to grow. Along with it the salaries of CNBC’s anchors. Here are the richest presenters on the television network. 10 Wealthiest CNBC Anchors: 1. Jim Cramer – $100 Million Jim Cramer is known for his appearances on CNBC’s Mad Money and Squawk on the Street. Before this, he had a respectable career in the financial industry. Cramer’s first job was at Goldman Sachs, working in sales and trading. Next, he…