Uncle Zip's Beef Jerky Shark Tank Update
Homestyle beef jerky made from a family recipe with no additives or preservatives
What Happened to Uncle Zip's Beef Jerky After Shark Tank
Is Uncle Zip's Beef Jerky still in business? Yes — still in business.
$1M
estimated annual revenue
- No deal on Shark Tank Season 2
- Homestyle beef jerky made from family recipe, no additives or preservatives
- Original founder Ken Howell passed away May 2014
- Jeff Harris took over business
- $500K-$1M annual revenue range; website and online sales active
Last verified Apr 4, 2026.
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The Uncle Zip's Beef Jerky Shark Tank Pitch
Ken Howell of Hope Mills, NC pitched Uncle Zip's Beef Jerky on Shark Tank Season 2, Episode 4, which aired Friday, April 8, 2011, asking for $25,000 for 20% of the company — a $125,000 valuation.
Uncle Zip's Beef Jerky left the Tank without a deal.
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Pitch Details
- Aired
- S2E4Apr 8, 2011
- Ask
- $25,000for 20%
- Ask Valuation
- $125,000