Shark Tank Season 14
Shark Tank Season 14 hit the screens on Friday, September 23, 2022.
The opening episode was quite unique in the sense that for the first time ever, Shark Tank had a live audience, something was never done before in the history of the show. This new setup was an opportunity for the Sharks to interact with the public, and with the viewers. In fact, people at home were able to vote and follow live the outcome of the polls.
Beyond the first Episode, Shark Tank Season 14 was packed with entrepreneurial action, great ideas and negotiations, not-so-great negotiations, and interesting flips.
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Season Overview
Shark Tank Season 14 continued the tradition of inviting guest Sharks that are luminaries, business savvy, and unique mentors. In Season 14, the guest sharks had very different backgrounds, which turned out to be an asset for the pitching entrepreneurs.
Let’s see who they are.
Guest Sharks in Season 14 of Shark Tank
- Emma Grede: As the first Black female guest Shark, Emma Grede made headlines with her investment in a vegan cheese company, endorsing the growing trend of plant-based products.
- Gwyneth Paltrow: Oscar-winning actress and businesswoman Gwyneth Paltrow added her touch with strategic investments, bringing her wellness and lifestyle savvy to the Tank.
- Tony Xu: The CEO and co-founder of DoorDash, Tony Xu, provided expertise in technology and logistics, backing ideas that resonated with his vision for innovation and efficiency.
- Daniel Lubetzky: Known for his success with KIND Snacks, Daniel Lubetzky returned to the Tank, offering his entrepreneurial insights and a keen eye for branding.
- Peter Jones: As a veteran of the British version of the show, Peter Jones brought a global perspective to the Tank, challenging entrepreneurs to think big and scale their operations.
Shark Tank Season 14 attracted, as always, a diverse group of entrepreneurs. From pizza ideas, to crochet classes, to cheese enthusiasts, there is a bit of everything for anyone.
Main businesses covered in Shark Tank Season 14
- HBCU Collegiate Fashion Designs: Entrepreneurs from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) gained notable attention with their trendy fashion lines. Their ability to capture the spirit of HBCU culture resonated well with the Sharks, securing deals that promise to bring their vibrant designs to a wider market.
- Innovative Eyewear Design: An entrepreneur with a visionary approach to eyewear managed to captivate the board with their unique designs. Their innovative features set them apart, leading to lucrative deals and future business prospects.
- Clean Makeup: The beauty industry welcomed a new player whose focus on transparent and clean ingredients caught the eye of the Sharks. This entrepreneur’s dedication to ethical beauty was well-received, providing a healthier alternative to conventional makeup.
- Board Game: A board game creator faced tough scrutiny but ultimately found success by emphasizing the educational value and family appeal of their product. Despite initial reservations, the entrepreneur’s persistence paid off, resulting in an investment that would help launch their game into new markets.
- Edible Flower Company: Dealing with a niche market, the founders of an edible flower company had to overcome skepticism regarding demand and scalability. Their passion and extensive knowledge of the culinary uses of their product impressed the Sharks, leading to a deal that could revolutionize the way we see and taste flowers.
- Self-Sanitizing Baby Accessory: Innovators of a self-sanitizing baby accessory tackled the immense challenge of convincing the Sharks of the technology’s efficacy and market potential. Their clear demonstration and solid business plan were key in overcoming doubts and securing the needed investment for growth.
- Pet Safety Service: A service dedicated to pet safety addressed a clear market need but had to prove its sustainability and scalability. They left with a deal that highlighted the importance of innovation in pet care and safety.
Gwyneth Paltrow, The Real Winner of Shark Tank Season 14
Gwyneth Paltrow appeared for the first time in the Tank in Episode 10 and returned in Episode 19. Gwyneth was invited thanks to her successful role in growing the company Goop to a $390 million empire.
Gwyneth focused primarily on pitches from entrepreneurs in the health and lifestyle space. Deal-wise, she teamed up with Mark Cuban for a deal with Amrita Saigal, the founder of an eco-friendly diaper company called Kudos, that pitched the sharks during Episode 10.
Innovative Products and Deals from Shark Tank Season 14
Technology and Gadgets
Products in the technology and gadgets category were headlined by a social media star’s board game which translated online popularity into an engaging physical game, tapping into the market’s love for interactive and personal entertainment. Another cool item was a modern dental tool to increase oral hygiene through a tech-forward approach, offering a modern twist to dental care.
Fashion and Apparel
An innovative eyewear design stood out for its unique approach to visual style and function. A gender-neutral clothing brand also made waves, addressing to an increasing demand for inclusive and adaptable fashion options. Additionally, a functional wardrobe accessory was noteworthy, thanks to its versatility and design innovation.
Health and Beauty
Entrepreneurs introduced products aimed at keeping smiles fresh and bright, showcasing an advanced and user-friendly solution to dental care that resonated with the health-conscious consumer. The health and beauty scene was also energized by the introduction of a nutrient-dense energy bar, offering a wholesome snack option packed with benefits.
Crafting and Hobbies
Here is probably when one of the most famous and most successful businesses took the Shark by surprise. This business offers crafting kits to crochet, but it became mostly famous fro what happened after Shark Tank, as opposite to what happened at the Shark Tank Season 14 episode 2.
Food and Beverage
In the food and beverage corner, Sharks got a taste of innovation with a healthy Mexican snack company that marked a departure from traditional snacks by introducing flavorful yet healthful options to the market. Additionally, a portable children’s toy demonstrated ingenuity by merging playtime with snack time, serving dual purposes for on-the-go families.
Viewer Engagement
Shark Tank Season 14 averaged more than 3 million viewers per episode!
Interestingly, beside having a live audience, Epidode 1 was not the one with the highest number of viewers. Episode 13, rocked the ratings with 4.22 million viewers, closely followed by Episode 11 with 4.04 million, and episode 10 with 4.01 million.
Contrarily, the episode that had the least, or so to say, number of viewers “only” manged to capture the attention of 3.18 million people at home watching Shark Tank Season 14 Episode 2.
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| Live Audience | First-time addition to Shark Tank, increasing immediacy of engagement |
| Social Media | Utilized for real-time interaction and audience expansion |
| Streaming | Facilitated access for viewers preferring on-demand content |
| Voting Mechanism | Empowered viewers to influence pitch outcomes directly |
Although the live audience format was unique to Episode 1, by blending traditional and digital engagement methods, Shark Tank Season 14 successfully created a multi-faceted platform for audiences to connect with the show’s content.
Shark Tank Impact
Shark Tank‘s Season 14 offers an intriguing look into the world of entrepreneurship through the lens of its sharks, investors with keen business acumen. Behind the scenes, the show’s production is a meticulous process that strives for authenticity.
Full Episode List: Shark Tank Season 14
| Business Name | Episode | Sharks | Guest Shark |
| Kent | 1 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Kevin O’Lear | None |
| oogiebar | 1 | ||
| Pizza Pack | 1 | ||
| The Woobles | 2 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | None |
| Banana Phone | 2 | ||
| Turbo Trusser | 2 | ||
| Stealth Bros & Co | 2 | ||
| Halloween Moments | 3 | Mark Cuban, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Daymond John | Kendra Scott |
| Stakt | 3 | ||
| Mama O’s | 3 | ||
| Create A Castle | 3 | ||
| Storage Scholar | 4 | Mark Cuban, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Daymond John | None |
| GHIA | 4 | ||
| Expedition Subsahara | 4 | ||
| Woosh | 4 | ||
| Plufl | 5 | Mark Cuban, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | Emma Grede |
| Bridal Babes | 5 | ||
| Big Bee Little Bee | 5 | ||
| Pretty Rugged | 5 | ||
| Collars & Co. | 6 | Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner | Peter Jones |
| SquareKeg | 6 | ||
| Nana Hats | 6 | ||
| WONDRY | 6 | ||
| Boarderie | 7 | Barbara Corcoran, Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, Kevin O’Leary, Robert Herjavec | None |
| Ride FRSH | 7 | ||
| ActionGlow | 7 | ||
| Legacy Shave | 7 | ||
| HummViewer | 8 | Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner | Daniel Lubetzky |
| Sliimeyhoney | 8 | ||
| FireFighter1 | 8 | ||
| ShredSkinz | 8 | ||
| ReadyFestive | 9 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | None |
| ZipString | 9 | ||
| ChessUp | 9 | ||
| Garage Celebrations | 9 | ||
| Long Table | 10 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner | Gwyneth Paltrow |
| VoChill | 10 | ||
| JicaFoods | 10 | ||
| Kudos | 10 | ||
| Kinfield | 11 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner | Tony Xu |
| Metric Mate | 11 | ||
| wildwonder | 11 | ||
| Cabinet | 11 | ||
| Nopalera | 12 | Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner | Daniel Lubetzky |
| Nutr | 12 | ||
| Brass Roots | 12 | ||
| Frescos Naturales | 12 | ||
| FryAway | 13 | Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | None |
| Anytongs | 13 | ||
| Copy Keyboard | 13 | ||
| Slick Barrier | 13 | ||
| FunkkOFF! | 14 | Mark Cuban, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | Emma Grede |
| Retold Recycling | 14 | ||
| The Chub Rub Patch | 14 | ||
| Kahawa 1893 | 14 | ||
| Eat Your Flowers | 15 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | None |
| Surf Band Pro | 15 | ||
| Youthforia | 15 | ||
| Big Mouth Toothbrush | 15 | ||
| Pluie | 16 | Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | None |
| FLATED | 16 | ||
| Woof | 16 | ||
| Sweetkiwi | 16 | ||
| Crispy Cones | 17 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec | None |
| Chubby Buttons | 17 | ||
| Autio | 17 | ||
| Tngnt Ski Bikes | 17 | ||
| LavaBox | 18 | Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner | Daniel Lubetzky |
| Bleni Blends | 18 | ||
| Happi Floss | 18 | ||
| The Ice Cream Canteen | 18 | ||
| Parting Stone | 19 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner | Gwyneth Paltrow |
| Cincha | 19 | ||
| Burlap & Barrel | 19 | ||
| Milkify | 19 | ||
| Honey Bunchies | 20 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Daymond John | None |
| Dapper Boi | 20 | ||
| Play Maysie | 20 | ||
| Tia Lupita Foods | 20 | ||
| Nature’s Wild Berry | 21 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Daymond John | None |
| See The Way I See | 21 | ||
| Noshi | 21 | ||
| You Go Natural | 21 | ||
| Influencers in the Wild | 22 | Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, Daymond John | None |
| Tones of Melanin | 22 | ||
| Tucky | 22 | ||
| EyeWris | 22 |
