Author: Simeon Ganzallo

There are many variations of smartphone kickstands and wall mounts, but Flipstik is different as it features an adhesive that lets you stick your phone to any material. Founder Akeem Shannon made a deal with Lori Greiner on Shark Tank but it never closed. As of 2024, Flipstik is worth $5 million Akeem Shannon’s Background Akeem Shannon is the son of a non-profit founder and business owner from St. Louis, Missouri. He studied chemical engineering at Howard University but lost his scholarship due to depression and partying. After dropping out of university, he worked in various sales roles and was…

Busking is an uncommon way to make money, but it’s how Allie Sherlock became a millionaire. The singer shot to fame performing on the streets of Dublin and uploads the clips to YouTube. As of 2024, Allie Sherlock has an estimated net worth of $3 million. Net Worth and Earnings Sherlock’s YouTube channel is her most popular account. Based on viewing figures from SocialBlade.com, the channel makes around $30,000 per month from YouTube ad revenue. Her strong following online gives her extra ways to earn money. In May 2020, she joined Thrillz.co.uk, selling personalized video messages to fans. Currently, the…

Investing in crypto is too complicated for the average person, but it doesn’t have to be with Bundil. The app automatically invests a user’s spare change from daily spending. It was developed by software engineer Dmitri Love and he made a deal with Mr. Wonderful on Shark Tank. As of 2024, Bundil is worth $1.5 million. Dmitri Love’s Background Dmitri Love is from Cave Springs, Arkansas. While studying biochemistry at the University of Arkansas, he was a research scientist and a soccer player. But when he got a severe knee injury, he taught himself how to code. In 2016, he…

One of the hardest things about going vegan is missing the taste of pork. Fortunately, plant-based meat products are slowly being introduced to the market. Amanda Stiles and Beth Zotter created Umaro, which is bacon that’s made with seaweed. After pitching it on Shark Tank, they got a deal with Mark Cuban. As of 2024, Umaro is worth $15 million. About the Founders Amanda Stiles is a research scientist from Berkeley, California. She has a bachelor’s degree in biology from Virginia Tech. At the same institution, she received her Ph.D. in plant molecular biology. Beth Zotter is from the San…

Drinking wine is a delicate experience. However, needing a corkscrew to crack up a bottle is impractical. Copa di Vino is a single-serve wine in a glass you drink on the go. Founder James Martin took his product to Shark Tank twice, and rejected all offers each time. As of 2024, Copa di Vino is worth $20 million. James Martin’s Background James Martin was raised in Dalles, Oregon. He studied electrical engineering at Linn-Benton Community College and mathematics at Portland State University. In 2003, he became the head of the beverage manufacturing company Quenett. When James got the chance to acquire…

Jason Calacanis is an entrepreneur, angel investor and podcaster. He initially became a notable figure during the dot-com bubble after selling his first startup. His most successful venture was co-founding Weblogs, Inc. Despite his success, most people know him as the host of the “All-In Podcast.” Manily due to angel investing, Jason Calacanis has accumulated a net worth of $100 million. Background Born on November 28, 1970, Jason grew up in Brooklyn, New York. He’s one of three children and is of Irish and Greek descent. After graduating in 1988, he studied psychology at Fordham University. In the mid-1990s, Jason…

There’s a long list of shiny products that claim to help with losing weight, and Minus Cal bars is another addition. Founders, Crom Carmichael and Barrett Jacques claimed their new protein bar could block fat absorption. They pitched on Shark Tank but didn’t get a deal. As of 2024, Minus Cal is worth $0 as they went out of business in 2020. The Founders’ Backgrounds Raised in South Bend, Indiana, Crom Carmichael met Barrett Jacques when he moved to Nashville. Both men are alumni of Vanderbilt University, where Crom got a master’s degree and Barrett earned a business degree. Carmichael…

Busy people tend to opt for food that’s fast and easy but often unhealthy. Simply Good Jars is a different kind of fast food. They are healthy salads in a jar to eat on the go. Founder Jared Cannon, pitched the product on Shark Tank and made a deal with Lori Greiner and Mark Cuban. As of 2024, Simply Good Jars is worth $6 million. Jared Cannon’s Background Jared Cannon is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and trained as a chef at The Culinary Institute of America. He has a bachelor’s degree in Restaurant Management from Florida International University and an MBA…

Toor’s smart lockbox is looking to disrupt the traditional house-hunting process. Initially made for real estate showings, Junior Desinor’s product allows you to safely access a property with a mobile app. He secured a deal with Kevin O’Leary and Barbara Corcoran on Shark Tank, which didn’t close. As of 2024, Toor is worth an estimated $500,000. Junior Desinor’s Background Junior Desinor was raised by Haitian immigrants in Dallas, Texas. Despite a tough upbringing, he started his first business at 18 years old and purchased his first property not long after. Desinor went to Texas Tech University, where he was president…

Women’s clothing has long been deprived of pockets. This is why the young Sofia Overton created Wise Pocket Products, a line of socks and leggings that have convenient pockets inside. The youngster managed to bag a deal with Daymond John and Lori Greiner. As of 2024, Wise Pocket Products is worth $0 and has gone out of business. Sofia Overton’s Background Sofia Overton is currently pursuing secondary education at a local school in Bentonville, Arkansas. Now 18 years old, she has been watching Shark Tank since she was six and always wanted to appear on the show but needed an…