Kodiak Cakes on Shark Tank

Name: Kodiak Cakes
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Kodiak Cakes makes whole-grain pancake and waffle mixes, many with added protein, along with related breakfast products. It targets health-conscious families and athletes who want a hearty, nutritious breakfast that is easy to prepare.

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Price range $2.70-$10.70 checked Oct 2026

⏱ Kodiak Cakes in 30 seconds

The ask$500K for 10%Valued at $5M
In the tankNo dealWalked out without a Shark
After the showWent it aloneAnd kept going
TodayStill in businessMajority owned by L Catterton; sold in grocery stores nationwide

Kodiak Cakes Shark Tank deal

Asked for: $500,000 for 10%
Asking valuation: $5M
Result: No deal
Founders: Joel Clark
From: Park City, UT
Aired: Apr 4, 2014

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The pitch

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Joel Clark from Park City, UT pitched Kodiak Cakes in Shark Tank Season 5, Episode 22 (aired Apr 4, 2014). They asked for $500,000 in exchange for 10% equity, valuing the business at $5M. They left the Tank without a deal, but the business kept going after the show.

Meet the founder

JCJoel ClarkCo-founder of Kodiak Cakes

What happened to Kodiak Cakes after Shark Tank?

Still in business Last checked October 3, 2026

Kodiak Cakes was a family pancake-mix business for decades before Joel Clark brought it to Shark Tank in 2014, where he left without a deal. According to Wikipedia, sales still nearly doubled that year, from $3.6 million to $6.7 million, and the company expanded into frozen foods and granola bars. Private equity firm L Catterton bought a majority stake in May 2021. In 2024 actor Zac Efron became the brand's ambassador.

⚠️ The on-air deal did not close after the show.

Update: Majority owned by L Catterton; sold in grocery stores nationwide

Timeline since the show

1982
Started as a small family whole-grain pancake mix business
2014
Appeared on Shark Tank but left without a deal
2014
Sales rose to $6.7 million from $3.6 million the year before
2021-05
L Catterton acquired a majority stake
2024
Zac Efron signed on as brand ambassador

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Frequently asked questions

Did Kodiak Cakes get a deal on Shark Tank?

No. Kodiak Cakes did not get a deal on Shark Tank after asking for $500,000 for 10%.

Is Kodiak Cakes still in business?

As of our last check (October 2026), Kodiak Cakes appears to still be in business. Its official website is online, and majority owned by L Catterton; sold in grocery stores nationwide.

What season and episode was Kodiak Cakes on Shark Tank?

Kodiak Cakes appeared in Season 5, Episode 22, which first aired on April 4, 2014.

Where can I buy Kodiak Cakes?

You can buy Kodiak Cakes from its official website and often on Amazon.

What was Kodiak Cakes's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Kodiak Cakes at $5,000,000 when they entered the Tank.