Syn Daver Labs Shark Tank Update

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Fell ThroughNow:OperatingHealth & WellnessSeason 6, Episode 28Tampa, FLby Christopher SakezlesWebsite

What Happened to Syn Daver Labs After Shark Tank

Is Syn Daver Labs still in business? Yes — still in business.

$10M

reported annual revenue

Deal Fell Through

Herjavec wanted to install a new CEO and take a bigger role in running the company; founder Christopher Sakezles refused to cede management control.

  • Appeared on Season 7, made deal with Mark Cuban for $3 million for 25%
  • Synthetic human body models for medical training and surgical practice
  • Products used by medical schools and military worldwide
  • One of the largest deals in Shark Tank history at the time
  • Continued innovating in synthetic cadaver technology

Last verified Apr 1, 2026.

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The Syn Daver Labs Shark Tank Pitch

Christopher Sakezles of Tampa, FL pitched Syn Daver Labs on Shark Tank Season 6, Episode 28, which aired Friday, May 8, 2015, asking for $3M for 10% of the company — a $30M valuation.

Robert Herjavec agreed to invest $3M for 25% equity, valuing the company at $12M. The deal fell through after the show. Herjavec wanted to install a new CEO and take a bigger role in running the company; founder Christopher Sakezles refused to cede management control.

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Pitch Details

Aired
S6E28May 8, 2015
Ask
$3Mfor 10%
Ask Valuation
$30M

Deal Terms

Terms agreed on air. The deal did not close.

Amount
$3M
Equity
25%
Valuation
$12M