Blackdot Shark Tank Update

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No DealNow:OperatingFashion & BeautySeason 16, Episode 14Austin, TXby Joel PenningtonWebsite

What Happened to Blackdot After Shark Tank

Is Blackdot still in business? Yes — still in business.

  • Deal closed: $500K for 5% equity with Lori Greiner and Rashaun Williams
  • Raised $4.5M in venture funding before appearing on Shark Tank; founded 2019; launched October 2023

Last verified Apr 5, 2026. Web-confirmed sources.

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The Blackdot Shark Tank Pitch

Joel Pennington of Austin, TX pitched Blackdot on Shark Tank Season 16, Episode 14, which aired Friday, March 21, 2025, asking for $1.5M for 5% of the company — a $30M valuation.

Blackdot left the Tank without a deal.

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Pitch Details

Aired
S16E14Mar 21, 2025
Ask
$1.5Mfor 5%
Ask Valuation
$30M