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Shark Tank Pitches Overview

Mar 13, 2025

Shark Tank Summary Notes

Trophy Smack Pitch

  • Presenters: Matt Walsh and Dax Holt
  • Seeking: $600,000 for 8% equity
  • Concept: Unique and customizable fantasy sports trophies, rings, and championship belts.
    • Over 50 million Americans participate in fantasy sports annually.
    • Current trophies are generic; Trophy Smack aims to elevate the winner's experience.
  • Customization: Users can select sport, size, color, etc., leading to thousands of trophy combinations.
  • Personal Story: Matt started the business after struggling to find a trophy for his fantasy league.

Background of Founders

  • Matt Walsh: Strong logistics and supply chain background; previously a top salesperson in a freight brokerage.
  • Dax Holt: Background in entertainment news, experienced in marketing.

Financials

  • Initial Investment: $250,000 to start, with $60,000 used initially.
  • **Sales:
    • Year 1:** $850,000 in revenue, $200,000 net profit reinvested in inventory.
    • Year 2:** $19 million in revenue, $775,000 gross profit, $500,000 net profit.
    • Current Year (2020): $650,000 year-to-date.
  • Profit Margin: 80% on average.

Competition & Market Opportunity

  • Significant competition in the awards/trophies space; traditional methods are outdated.
  • Potential to expand into corporate awards and employee recognition markets.

Offers from Sharks

  • Mark Cuban: $600,000 for 25% equity.
  • Kevin O'Leary: $600,000 for 17% equity.
  • Final Deal: Matt and Dax accepted an offer that provided them with strategic resources.

Beer Maker Pitch

  • Presenters: Aaron and Brett from Boulder, Colorado
  • Seeking: $500,000 for 2% equity.
  • Product: All-in-one countertop craft brewing appliance for home brewers.
  • Process Overview:
    1. Connect maker kit and add ingredients.
    2. Machine controls temperature for fermentation.
    3. Notifications for each step via phone.
  • Production Cost: $375 per unit, retail price around $499.
  • Revenue Model: Selling ingredient kits after initial purchase.

Financial Backing & Sales Performance

  • Investment Raised: $3 million; sold 1,200 units through Kickstarter.
  • Concerns from Sharks: High valuation without strong sales; skepticism about consumer retention and margins.
  • Offers and Reactions: Significant skepticism from all sharks; ultimately no deal was made.

Tailgate and Go Pitch

  • Presenters: Taylor, Ron, and Kobe from Grand Junction, Colorado.
  • Seeking: $250,000 for 10% equity.
  • Product: Portable modular outdoor kitchen for camping and tailgating.
  • Sales Performance: Over 100 units sold; cost to manufacture is around $748.
  • Market Opportunity: Growing interest in outdoor activities; unique design with modular functionality.

Financial Overview

  • Investment: $250,000 raised from personal savings.
  • Concerns from Sharks: High valuation with limited sales; questions about market size and scalability.
  • Offers: Various offers including $250,000 line of credit with equity and royalties.
  • Conclusion: No deal was finalized, but discussions highlighted potential pathways for growth.