Shark Tank season 9 episode 1 introduces an 11-year-old inventor from San Clemente, California, recycles a skateboard deck to fit inside lockers and backpacks; an entrepreneur from Meridianville, Alabama, revolutionizes aerial sports; a husband and wife team from Vicksburg, Mississippi create outdoor camping gear; and an entrepreneur from San Francisco, California, claims her five-minute meditation app will help the world reduce stress.
Season 9 Episode 1 in depth
Guest sharks this season include Spanx founder Sara Blakely, Virgin Group founder Richard Branson, brand marketer Rohan Oza, TV personality Bethenny Frankel, and former MLB star Alex Rodriguez.
In this season 9 episode 1, the guest judge is Richard Branson.
Richard Branson
Sir Richard Charles Nicholas Branson is an English business magnate, investor, author and philanthropist. He founded the Virgin Group in the 1970s, which controls more than 400 companies in various fields.
Branson expressed his desire to become an entrepreneur at a young age. His first business venture, at the age of 16, was a magazine called Student. In 1970, he set up a mail-order record business. He opened a chain of record stores, Virgin Records—later known as Virgin Megastores—in 1972.
Branson’s Virgin brand grew rapidly during the 1980s, as he started Virgin Atlantic airline and expanded the Virgin Records music label. In 2004, he founded spaceflight corporation Virgin Galactic.
Source: Wikipedia
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We listed below every entrepreneur and business who has appeared on Shark Tank Season 9 Episode 1. Many scammers claim they’ve received big investments from the Sharks or they have been on the show. If you don’t see a business on this list, they were not actually on Shark Tank. Some of the top places you can use to check are on Wikipedia and also ABC’s episode guide.
List with all the appearances in season 9 episode 1:
- Wyp Aviation Wingboard
- Hammocks by Sierra Madre Research
- Locker Boards Mini Skateboards
- Simple Habit – Meditation App For Busy People
Shark Tank Air Date: 10/01/17 – Season 9 – Episode 1
Wyp Aviation Wingboard
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $500,000 for 20% | NO DEAL | NO SHARK |
Entrepreneurs: Aaron Wypyszynsk
Wyp Aviation Entertainment was founded to push the limits of what is possible in aviation. Their patented design will cut through the sky & the wind tunnel for endless fun & adventure.
By combining the rush that comes when you’re in control with the exhilaration of prolonged flight, WingBoard takes the thrill of adventure sports to another dimension.
White-knuckles a handlebar connected to a tow line behind a flying plane, the rider stands with their feet secured on the platform. Families of all ages will be able to learn to ride the wind on their WingBoard in a wind tunnel.
Hammocks by Sierra Madre Research
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $175,000 for 15% | $175,000 for 15% | Richard Branson |
Entrepreneurs: Richard Rhett and Juli Rhett
Sierra Madre Research’s hammocks can provide extra room for camping gear by combining with one of two hammock shelters. It can also add a layer of protection against the elements. Their gear provides insulation and waterproof elements and protects campers against rain or shine.
Three different kinds of hammocks are offered by Sierra Madre Research for the different needs of outdoor. “Adventures”, where campers can trek and explore the outdoors is hosted by Sierra Madre Research.
Locker Boards Mini Skateboards
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $60,000 for 15% | $60,000 for 20% | Richard Branson |
Entrepreneurs: Carson Kropfl
Locker Boards are designed for school and traveling. This patented design was invented to be good for the planet, fun to ride, easy to take anywhere. 100% recycled maple wood is used to make Locker Board decks. On the bottom of the decks, a portion of the artwork is left transparent to show the recycled, cool, wood underneath and remind riders how awesome they are for supporting sustainability.
This board comes with corners to pop for tricks, invented by Carson Kropfl. These mini skateboards are great for practicing tricks because they flip faster than a traditional skateboard.
Each board is one-of-a-kind. To help save our oceans from plastic pollution, a portion of sales is donated to Ocean Unite. The perfect gift this holiday season.
Simple Habit – Meditation App For Busy People
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $600,000 for 5% | NO DEAL | NO SHARK |
Entrepreneurs: Yunha Kim
Simple Habit is the #1 app for your wellness & sleep recommended by top mental health experts. Sleep better and be happier in your marriage, life, work, parenthood, and health.
Their wellness & sleep therapy sessions offer guided mindfulness & meditation, daily motivation, guided sleep sessions and coaching by world-renowned experts, personalized for the way you live your life. Whether you need to fall asleep quickly, have 5 minutes in the morning, or 20 minutes during your commute, they’ll help you get better sleep, feel less stressed, and be your best self.
Two auto-renewing subscription options are offered by Simple Habit to help you breathe easier and achieve mindfulness.
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Executive producer Mark Burnett and Sony Pictures TV and bring another season of the business-themed reality show Shark Tank where major investors, aka “sharks” pitch business ideas from contestants. The show is based on the Japanese reality show “Dragon’s Den.”
