Back 9 Dips on Shark Tank

Back 9 Dips is a specialty food brand making ready-to-serve dips. It targets snackers and hosts looking for flavorful party dips to serve at gatherings, game days and casual get-togethers without making them from scratch.

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⏱ Back 9 Dips in 30 seconds

The ask$150K for 15%Valued at $1M
In the tankDeal: $150K for 25%With Lori and Robert
After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
TodayStill in business

Back 9 Dips Shark Tank deal

Asked for: $150,000 for 15%
Asking valuation: $1M
Result: Deal
Final deal: $150,000 for 25%
Deal valuation: $600K
Sharks: Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec
Founders: David and Nique Mealy
From: Tampa, FL
Aired: Oct 5, 2012

Asked

$1M

Got

$600K

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The pitch

David and Nique Mealy from Tampa, FL pitched Back 9 Dips in Shark Tank Season 4, Episode 4 (aired Oct 5, 2012). They asked for $150,000 in exchange for 15% equity, valuing the business at $1M. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Lori Greiner and Robert Herjavec: $150,000 for 25%. That put the final valuation at $600K, 40% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Back 9 Dips after Shark Tank?

Still in business Last checked October 3, 2026

As of our last check (October 2026), Back 9 Dips appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

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Frequently asked questions

Did Back 9 Dips get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Back 9 Dips got a deal with Lori Greiner and Robert Herjavec for $150,000 and 25% equity.

Which Shark invested in Back 9 Dips?

Lori Greiner and Robert Herjavec invested in Back 9 Dips on Season 4 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Back 9 Dips still in business?

As of our last check (October 2026), Back 9 Dips appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

What season and episode was Back 9 Dips on Shark Tank?

Back 9 Dips appeared in Season 4, Episode 4, which first aired on October 5, 2012.

Where can I buy Back 9 Dips?

You can buy Back 9 Dips from its official website and often on Amazon.

What was Back 9 Dips's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Back 9 Dips at $1,000,000 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $600,000.