The Bumbling Bee Shark Tank Update

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No DealNow:Out of BusinessFood & BeverageSeason 12, Episode 22by Cassandra Ayala, India Ayala

What Happened to The Bumbling Bee After Shark Tank

Is The Bumbling Bee still in business? No — the company has shut down.

  • No deal on Shark Tank
  • Partnered with Aramark at College of William & Mary
  • Closed in 2024

Last updated Sep 7, 2026.

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The The Bumbling Bee Shark Tank Pitch

Cassandra Ayala and India Ayala pitched The Bumbling Bee on Shark Tank Season 12, Episode 22, which aired Friday, April 23, 2021, asking for $150,000 for 10% of the company — a $1.5M valuation.

The Bumbling Bee left the Tank without a deal.

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Pitch Details

Aired
S12E22Apr 23, 2021
Ask
$150,000for 10%
Ask Valuation
$1.5M