Swim Zip Shark Tank Update

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Fell ThroughNow:ThrivingChildren & EducationSeason 5, Episode 15Kansas City, KSby Betsy Johnson and Barry WanlessWebsite

What Happened to Swim Zip After Shark Tank

Is Swim Zip still in business? Yes — still in business and thriving.

Deal Fell Through

Deal with Lori Greiner never officially closed; founders chose to maintain greater ownership; company grew to $5M/yr independently

  • Deal with Lori Greiner never officially closed
  • Estimated net worth $5M
  • Expanded to men's and women's apparel
  • Sells on Amazon and own website

Last verified Apr 1, 2026.

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The Swim Zip Shark Tank Pitch

Betsy Johnson and Barry Wanless of Kansas City, KS pitched Swim Zip on Shark Tank Season 5, Episode 15, which aired Friday, January 24, 2014, asking for $60,000 for 5% of the company — a $1.2M valuation.

Lori Greiner agreed to invest $60,000 for 20% equity, valuing the company at $300,000. The deal fell through after the show. Deal with Lori Greiner never officially closed; founders chose to maintain greater ownership; company grew to $5M/yr independently.

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Pitch Details

Aired
S5E15Jan 24, 2014
Ask
$60,000for 5%
Ask Valuation
$1.2M

Deal Terms

Terms agreed on air. The deal did not close.

Amount
$60,000
Equity
20%
Valuation
$300,000
Lori GreinerLori Greiner

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