Author: Vrushali Padia

Sebastian’s shot to fame after featuring on season 1 of Kitchen Nightmares in 2007. Given how entertaining the episode was, fans of the show have long wondered what happened to the place and its owner after the cameras stopped rolling. About The Owner Located in Toluca Lake, California, Sebastian’s was the brainchild of Sebastian Di Modica. He’s a part-time actor with a flair for the culinary arts, known for appearing in the film Our Lips Are Sealed. Having honed his culinary prowess under his mother’s watchful eye from a tender age, Di Modica took the leap and acquired his restaurant…

In Hollywood, success stories often capture the hearts and minds of fans worldwide. One such inspiring tale is that of Daryl Sabara, an accomplished actor who has significantly impacted the entertainment industry. With a net worth of $5 million, Daryl’s journey from a young ballet performer to a renowned actor is remarkable. Here’s a glimpse into the Spy Kids actor’s life. Who is Daryl Sabara? Daryl Christopher Sabara is a multifaceted talent known for his work as an actor, comedian, and voice artist. Born on June 14, 1992, in Torrance, California, Daryl’s portrayal of Juni Cortez in the Spy Kids…

Becoming a parent is full of wonder but it’s a stressful time. Hatch Baby can help put your mind at ease, it’s a diaper-changing pad with a smart weighing scale that tracks how much the infant eats, poops, and more. Founders Dave and Ann Crady Weiss pitched their product on Shark Tank and scored a deal with Chris Sacca. Hatch Baby is worth an estimated $40 million in 2023. About the Founders David and Ann Crady Weiss are a married couple from Palo Alto, California. Dave studied math and computer science at the State University of New York, and his…

One reason why people find it hard to use workout equipment at home is the lack of space. MAXPRO Fitness removes this obstacle with its minimalist resistance cables that generate up to 300 pounds of resistance. Founder Nezar Akeel got the chance to pitch on Shark Tank and got a deal with Mark Cuban. As of 2023, MAXPRO Fitness is worth an estimated $16 million. About the Founder Nezar Akeel hails from Detroit, Michigan. He is a mechanical engineer who earned his bachelor’s degree from Wayne State University and his master’s degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Akeel started his career…

SilkRoll is an online fashion exchange that uses a points-based system so users can trade secondhand clothing value-for-value. Founders Janet Wu and Erin Wold-Fettner appeared on season 10 of Shark Tank but didn’t get a deal. As of 2023, SilkRoll is worth an estimated $4 million. About the Founders Janet Wu is from San Francisco and has a degree in economics and international development from the University of Bath. Wu traveled the world as an investment banker, working for firms such as BOC International and Deutsche Bank. In 2014, Janet served as the chief financial officer at One Earth Designs.…

There are over 58 million pet cats in the US and many owners struggle to keep them engaged. Andrey Grigoryev created a toy for cats to trigger their hunting senses without going outside. Cat Amazing featured on Shark Tank and got a deal with Lori Greiner. As of 2023, Cat Amazing is worth an estimated $3 million. About the Founder Andrey Grigoryev is originally from Russia but his family moved to the United States when he was eight years old. Grigoryev now resides in Fort Lee, New Jersey and has a degree in history from NYU. After graduating Andrey worked…

Windcatcher created a technology to efficiently inflate mattress pads with air. Founder Ryan Frayne blew the Sharks away when pitched on the show and landed a deal with Lori Greiner. Unfortunately, it didn’t close because of legal issues, and Ryan soon passed away from cancer. Windcatcher shut down, but it was worth $4 million at its peak. About the Founder Ryan Frayne was from Brooklyn, New York. He got a computer science degree from the DigiPen Institute of Technology and a degree in marketing from the University of South Florida. He started his career as a software tester at Amaze…

Have you ever asked yourself how it feels to lie in one of those cozy-looking snuggle beds that dogs sleep in? If you have, you might want to try Plufl, the dog bed for humans. Founders Noah Silverman and Yuki Kinoshita appeared on Shark Tank and got a deal with Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner. As of 2023, Plufl is worth $1 million. About the Founders Noah Silverman and Yuki Kinoshita are best friends from Seattle, Washington. They graduated from different high schools, but they became classmates when they studied international economics at The University of British Columbia. Before graduating,…

Vietnamese coffee is something coffee lovers should try, but not it’s not sold in many places. Debbie Wei Mullin created Copper Cow Coffee to make this delicacy available to anyone who wants it. She pitched her startup on Shark Tank and made a deal with Robert Herjavec. As of 2023, Copper Cow Coffee is worth an estimated $20 million. About the Founder Debbie Wei Mullin was raised by Vietnamese immigrants who moved to Los Angeles in hope of a better life. She has a bachelor’s degree in economics from UC Berkeley and an MCP degree from MIT. After interning at…

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. As of 2023, Ride FRSH is worth $2 million. About the Founders 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 taking on…