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Wispots on Shark Tank

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Wispots is an online service built around finding and listing Wi-Fi hotspots and the businesses that offer them. It aims to help people locate places to get connected while giving participating venues a way to attract nearby customers.

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⏱ Wispots in 30 seconds

  1. The ask$1.2M for 10%Valued at $12M
  2. In the tankNo dealWalked out without a Shark
  3. After the showWent it alone
  4. TodayClosedWi Spots stopped operating after it merged into WiFiciency, Inc., and…

Wispots Shark Tank deal

Asked for
$1,200,000 for 10%
Asking valuation
$12M
Result
No deal
Founders
Kevin Flannery
From
Cary, NC
Aired
Aug 9, 2009

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The pitch

Kevin Flannery from Cary, NC pitched Wispots in Shark Tank Season 1, Episode 1 (aired Aug 9, 2009). They asked for $1,200,000 in exchange for 10% equity, valuing the business at $12M. They left the Tank without a deal.

What happened to Wispots after Shark Tank?

Out of business Last checked November 1, 2026

Our checks

  • : Removed the link to the company's website because the website stopped responding.

Wispots appears to be out of business (Wi Spots stopped operating after it merged into WiFiciency, Inc., and founder Kevin Flannery left the company in 2012.).

Sources (2)
  1. sharktankwiki.com/?p=8465
  2. sharktankblog.com/business/wi-spots
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Frequently asked questions

Did Wispots get a deal on Shark Tank?

No. Wispots did not get a deal on Shark Tank after asking for $1,200,000 for 10%.

Is Wispots still in business?

Wispots appears to be out of business (Wi Spots stopped operating after it merged into WiFiciency, Inc., and founder Kevin Flannery left the company in 2012.).

What season and episode was Wispots on Shark Tank?

Wispots appeared in Season 1, Episode 1, which first aired on August 9, 2009.

Where can I buy Wispots?

Search for Wispots on Amazon or major retailers; availability varies.

What was Wispots's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Wispots at $12,000,000 when they entered the Tank.

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