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Traditional Fisheries on Shark Tank

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Traditional Fisheries is a seafood business focused on sustainable fish production. It targets consumers and food buyers looking for responsibly sourced fish as an alternative to conventionally farmed or wild-caught seafood.

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⏱ Traditional Fisheries in 30 seconds

  1. The ask$225K for 25%Valued at $900K
  2. In the tankNo dealWalked out without a Shark
  3. After the showWent it alone
  4. TodayClosedThe company went out of business within a few months of its 2013 epis…

Traditional Fisheries Shark Tank deal

Asked for
$225,000 for 25%
Asking valuation
$900K
Result
No deal
Founders
Gary Groomes and Dave Johnson
From
Minneapolis, MN
Aired
Mar 29, 2013

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The pitch

Gary Groomes and Dave Johnson from Minneapolis, MN pitched Traditional Fisheries in Shark Tank Season 4, Episode 20 (aired Mar 29, 2013). They asked for $225,000 in exchange for 25% equity, valuing the business at $900K. They left the Tank without a deal.

What happened to Traditional Fisheries after Shark Tank?

Out of business Last checked October 3, 2026

Traditional Fisheries appears to be out of business (The company went out of business within a few months of its 2013 episode, and its website no longer exists.).

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  1. sharktankblog.com/business/traditional-fisheries
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Frequently asked questions

Did Traditional Fisheries get a deal on Shark Tank?

No. Traditional Fisheries did not get a deal on Shark Tank after asking for $225,000 for 25%.

Is Traditional Fisheries still in business?

Traditional Fisheries appears to be out of business (The company went out of business within a few months of its 2013 episode, and its website no longer exists.).

What season and episode was Traditional Fisheries on Shark Tank?

Traditional Fisheries appeared in Season 4, Episode 20, which first aired on March 29, 2013.

Where can I buy Traditional Fisheries?

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What was Traditional Fisheries's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Traditional Fisheries at $900,000 when they entered the Tank.

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