Posted on May 10, 2024
Tristan: Hi Sharks, my name is Tristan Al Iamai Kyoani Persons from Orem, Utah. I’m seeking $250,000 in exchange for 5% equity in my business. What if I told you I turned a spoon from my mom’s kitchen drawer into a money-making sensation? That’s exactly what I’ve done. I travel the world collecting spoons and inspiration, creating custom collections based on my experiences. Every month, I drop these collections on social media, and they sell out in minutes. It’s a frenzy; people camp out in their work bathrooms just to secure a ring before it sells out. I woke up one day as the ring King, mastering branding and social media to captivate Gen Z.
Tristan: I’m such a branding genius that I could turn a spoon from Mr. Wonderful’s mouth into art you’d all love. Who wants to put a ring on it and spoon with me? Open your customized press boxes and see.
Lori: Wow, that’s very cool. Thank you.
Tristan: These spoons started it all. At 12, I saw a friend with a spoon ring; Dad helped craft one from Mom’s kitchen. At 17, Dad’s heart attack and Mom’s cancer made me vow support. Selling rings began after an Instagram comment in 2017; I sold out 155 rings overnight from thrift store spoons at 25 cents each.
Kevin: How long have you been at this?
Tristan: Since 2017.
Mark: You’ve built something special. Let’s make a deal.
JD: The transformative aspect of your rings could lead to patented designs.
JD: What’s your plan to scale?
JD: A one-man show now, but I’m ready to expand.
JD: Trademarking your name could add value.
JD: Your energy is infectious. Let’s talk numbers.
JD: Your story is powerful. I’m interested.
