The Businesses and Products from Season 17, Episode 4 of Shark Tank
In season 17, episode 4 of "Shark Tank," business owners present the Sharks with investment opportunities including gear for female fighters, an at-home sprout grower, high-protein ice cream bars, and an airline for pets and their humans. Alexis Ohanian makes his Guest Shark debut. Get the full details on the companies featured below.
Alchemize Fightwear
Alchemize Fightwear is the world's first combat sports brand built for the fighter in every woman. Founded by Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur Maya Nazareth, Alchemize creates high-performance gear designed from the ground up with female athletes in mind—solving exposure, fit, and functionality issues that kept millions of women from training confidently. With over 60,000 community members and the largest women's jiu jitsu events in the world, Alchemize is redefining women's fightwear and building the next global athleisure movement inspired by combat sports.
The Sprouting Co.
Founded by health food pioneer Doug Evans, The Sprouting Company is on a mission to make fresh, nutrient-dense sprouts accessible to all. Inspired by his own experience living in a food desert, Doug developed a modern sprouting system that turns seeds and water into fresh vegetables in just five days: no soil, sunlight, or green thumb required. Committed to sustainability and clean, functional eating, The Sprouting Company brings a 5,000-year-old practice into modern kitchens, simply and affordably.
Orka Bar
Orka Bars are a refreshing cold and creamy, high-protein, low-carb, low-sugar, and gluten-free bar made from the goodness of egg whites. Available in flavors like Cookies & Cream, Vanilla Bean, Raspberry, and Mint, they deliver indulgent taste with macro-friendly nutrition. Each bar is designed to support active lifestyles—whether you're coming back from a workout or just chasing your kids around the yard. Frozen for freshness and function, Orka Bars are redefining what a "better-for-you" treat can be.
RetrievAir
RetrievAir is a pet-first aviation service creating a new category of travel — one where pets are treated like family, not cargo. We provide a peaceful, comfortable, and friendly experience that lets dogs and their humans fly side by side. Now, pets of all sizes can fly with their humans where they belong, relaxing in their lap, by their feet, or lounging in a seat of their own. No cargo holds. No carriers. No size restrictions. Just pet travel made easy.
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