Shark Tank season 14 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Shark Tank," entrepreneurs Noah and Yuki pitched Plufl, a human-sized dog bed designed for ultimate comfort, seeking $200,000 for 10% equity. Ashley and Charles introduced Bridal Babes, offering inclusive bridal wear, asking for $250,000 for 10% equity. Amy and Marlo Leinbach showcased Big Bee... Little Bee, featuring creative children's products including the Marker Parker, but didn't secure a deal. Tracy Slocum from Pretty Rugged presented luxury outdoor accessories, securing $200,000 for 25% equity from Lori and Robert. The episode highlighted diverse entrepreneurial ventures and varying success in deal-making.
Full Episode S14E05 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plufl?
Plufl is a dog bed designed for humans, featuring soft materials and orthopedic memory foam.
How much were Noah and Yuki seeking for Plufl in "Shark Tank"?
They were seeking $200,000 for 10% equity.
What is the unique selling point of Bridal Babes?
Bridal Babes focuses on inclusive sizing and diverse bridal fashion for multicultural women and women with curves.
How much did Ashley and Charles ask for their company Bridal Babes?
They asked for $250,000 for 10% equity.
Who are Amy and Marlo Leinbach?
Amy and Marlo Leinbach are the creators of Big Bee... Little Bee, a company focusing on creative and child-friendly products.
What is the Marker Parker?
The Marker Parker is a marker holder designed to help kids organize and protect their markers, invented by 7-year-old Marlo.
What is Pretty Rugged?
Pretty Rugged is a company that creates luxury outdoor accessories, such as waterproof and windproof blankets with faux fur.
How much was Tracy Slocum seeking for Pretty Rugged?
Tracy Slocum was seeking $200,000 for 10% equity in Pretty Rugged.
Who made a deal with Plufl?
Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner made a deal with Plufl.
What deal did Emma Grede offer for Bridal Babes?
Emma Grede offered $250,000 for 25% equity in Bridal Babes.
Did Big Bee... Little Bee secure a deal on "Shark Tank"?
No, Big Bee... Little Bee did not secure a deal on "Shark Tank."
Who invested in Pretty Rugged?
Lori Greiner and Robert Herjavec invested in Pretty Rugged.
What challenges did Pretty Rugged face?
Pretty Rugged faced financial challenges, particularly high expenses related to trade shows.
Are Plufl's products patented?
Plufl filed for provisional patents and is working on utility and design patents.
What is the primary market for Bridal Babes?
Bridal Babes targets multicultural women and women with curves for their bridal and bridesmaid dresses.