Past Winners
Take a look at some of our past winners and where they're at today.
Envisage
2020
Envisage Planner is a software tool designed to help college students build their 4-year plan. They exist to improve both the experience and lifetime value of college students' education by encouraging and enabling them to create a plan that considers all important factors. You can watch their pitch here and check out their website (and web app!) here.
1Clique Society
2019
1Clique is a clothing brand based in the south side of Chicago with a focus on unity and diversity. 1Clique is a movement to spread the message of peace. 1Clique is a symbol of how much we can achieve when we come together. When you wear 1Clique, you are a walking billboard for unity. We see a lot of hate and division, not only within our own communities but all around the globe. Our goal is to mix fashion with diversity and community activism in order to create a more unified world. Visit the website here!
Allervent
2018
Allervent seeks to be the future of preventing allergic reactions through a device that detects specific allergens to notify users with food allergies if their food is safe for them to eat. With their winnings, Allervent were able to purchase a patent that allowed them to be the only company to produce their device and begin helping consumers prevent allergic reactions to their food. Since then, they have been successful in distributing their device to food manufacturers to detect mass quantities of food they sell for allergens. Get updates about what's happening with Allervent here.
Sky Outfitters
2015
Sky Outfitters began under the name Soul Purpose, moving to Sky Footwear and seeking to solve one of the biggest problems in the homeless community: the need for socks! For every pair of socks sold, Sky donated another pair to a designated homeless shelter. Transitioning to Sky Outfitters in 2019, they expanded their product line to include socks, scarves, and hats with the same buy-one-give-one model. They again rebranded in 2021 to become Sky Manufacturing, providing private-label running and athletic apparel to local stores across the country. Check them out here.
The Bridge
2014
The Bridge was our very first winner and has provided a space for Upland community members and Taylor students to relax and enjoy their atmosphere. They provide locals with the opportunity to come together for events like local musician performances, trivia nights, and more! Since winning Shark Tank, those who visit have enjoyed their food, drinks, and an environment filled with works of art and local business products that visitors can purchase. Learn more at their website.