Human

Grow with Human

Turn Your “Shark Tank” Exposure Into Brand and Business Growth

Out of the tank, into the ocean. Growing your brand can feel like navigating uncharted waters. Map out a plan for success with Human.

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“Human doesn’t stop at rankings - but thinks through how to get the most value for our brand. Thanks to the SEO and thought leadership strategy that Human fully drives for us, we’ve grown our organic customer base by 760.6% and been approached for acquisitions, partnerships, and more.”

Billy Thompson
CEO & Co-Founder, Thompson Tee
10x
Increased revenue
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“Human has been a game-changer for my ecommerce company. They hold themselves accountable to metrics like marketing ROI and connect the dots between marketing and business KPIs. I trust they always have my best interests at heart, which is everything.”

Derrek Burr
CEO, Kwik-Hang
54%
Conversion rate increase
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Problem

Common Post-Shark Growing Pains
 (Don’t Worry, There’s a Cure)

Rapid Scaling Demands

Surging attention can cause system overwhelm, leading to lost prospects and missed opportunities. Keeping pace requires future-focused planning.

Heightened Expectations

After pitching to sharks and millions of viewers, brands are highly accountable to deliver on their promises. Be sure to exceed expectations.

Maintaining and Building Momentum

“Shark Tank” is the ultimate jumping-off point for a brand to take flight. Entrepreneurs need comprehensive brand, sales and marketing strategies to capture the all of this opportunity’s benefits.

Benefits

An Ocean of Opportunity

Investor-Backed Authority

Appearing on “Shark Tank” showcases confidence in your idea and the motivation to pitch to elite investors, whether or not you strike a deal.

Media Buzz

There's no such thing as bad press if managed effectively. Shark Tank explodes brand awareness, opening a conversation with your audience.

Spotlight Moment

Air dates and reruns are only the beginning. Strategic marketing can brighten your limelight into a beacon.

Why Human

Swimming With Sharks Takes a Team of Specialists

The record speaks for itself; “Shark Tank” entrepreneurs who partner with Human capitalize to the fullest extent. Collaborating with us empowers sustainable growth long after any air date.
You deserve marketing as one-of-a-kind as your brand. Human delivers.

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Trusted by these shark-tamers

Kwik-HangThompson TeeTopsail SteamerRinseroo

The Human Journey

Take Charge of Your “Shark Tank“ Experience

Experience how we work

  1. 01

    Step 1: Pre-air prep

    Full-funnel optimization so new users enjoy a seamless first impression. Leverage social media and strategic targeting to amplify attention. Other essentials include checking your web server specs and performing load testing.

  2. 02

    Step 2: Live airtime support

    Close monitoring of your digital channels’ performance during airing and in the days following. Beyond quality assurance, analytics will offer insights into how to best build on your success.

  3. 03

    Step 3: Future-proofing

    Appearing on “Shark Tank” is a strong conversation starter. Human guides brands through that conversation and into the next leg of their journey. Follow-up publicity and marketing opportunities keep your momentum moving forward. Then, the sky’s the limit.

Services

Strategic Marketing and Holistic Support for Breakthrough Brands

Paid Media

High-ROI ad campaigns tailored to build momentum off your publicity.

Brand Strategy

Define your brand and build a plan that evolves as quick as your market.

Ecommerce Optimization

Seamlessly engage new traffic and convert them to loyal customers.

Social Media Marketing

Widen your reach, establish authenticity, and grow your base organically.

Performance Analytics

Data-driven insights for transparent progress tracking and smart decision-making.

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Proven Impact

“Shark Tank” Entrepreneur Success Stories

Kwik-Hang’s Ecommerce Overhaul

Appearing on “Shark Tank” in 2017, Kwik-Hang needed a brand refresh and full-funnel optimization to inform and engage new users.

Human directed a strategic rebrand and converted their website into an award-winning ecommerce store. Clarifying the user journey helped to inform its mobile-first design approach. A targeted marketing campaign attracted visitors to the new site.

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173%
Increase in revenue
1.7M
New organic visitors

Thompson Tee’s Brand Refresh

Thompson Tee received multiple offers from sharks during their season 8 appearance, and accepted a deal. As an early stage venture, the brand lacked an internal marketing team and needed creative direction.

Human re-engaged and grew the client base by building a full-funnel strategy focused on generating organic traffic and authority. The result was a conversion-friendly site that nurtured customers through their purchase journey and beyond.

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44%
Increase in AOV YOY
8M
New organic visitors

Testimonials

What “Shark Tank” Start-Ups Say About Human

9+ year partnership

“Human thinks through how to get the most value for our brand. Thanks to the SEO and thought leadership strategy that Human fully drives for us, we’ve grown our organic customer base 8X and have been approached for acquisitions, partnerships and more.”

Billy Thompson
CEO & Co-Founder, Thompson Tee

9+ year partnership

“Human has been a game-changer for my ecommerce company. They hold themselves accountable to metrics like marketing ROI and connect the dots between marketing and business KPIs. I trust they always have my best interests at heart, which is everything!”

Derrek Burr
CEO, Kwik-Hang

“We chose Human because of their proven track record with ‘Shark Tank’ brands. Their expertise in navigating the post-show surge gives us confidence that we can maximize this incredible opportunity.”

Lisa Lane
Founder, Rinseroo

“More than anyone we’ve worked with, Human knows the game we’ve been playing. Their expertise has come out time and again. [They have an] enlightened hospitality and a service orientation. Human has made it easy to work with them.”

Dave Haviland
CMO, Top Sail Steamer

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to prepare before my air date?

Yes.
Every aspect of your sales funnel, supply chain, product inventory, and digital channels must be ready to handle an enormous influx of traffic. If your website crashes or supply runs out, many users will never return for a second visit.

Do all deals made on "Shark Tank" work out?

No.
Many of the deals made on the show fall through for various reasons. Sharks may retract their offers following due diligence, or the parties involved may disagree during further negotiations.

Once I record my segment, is it guaranteed to air?

No.
Recording a segment does not guarantee airtime, even if featured in the show's advertising.

Will a shark guide me through how to prepare my business, marketing and website?

No.
While they may be helpful in some areas, Sharks are not always hands-on in terms of coaching or guidance. You may need to find additional support.

How do I prepare my website for airing?

There are many ways to evaluate your website and prepare for a traffic spike. For example, a strong content strategy could help you engage visitors, and conversion rate optimization (CRO) could improve your sales funnel.

However, your most immediate concern is whether your website's host and servers can support traffic spikes. Your site may crash without adequate server space to manage surges. This experience leaves visitors frustrated, and many will never return.

We advise troubleshooting server migration and load testing in advance to ensure seamless web service. You'll also want to track key performance analytics, conversions and more.

What if my product/service is not a spontaneous purchase?

If the value you offer isn't an impulse buy, getting your visitors' contact information for warm outreach and nurturance is crucial. Your first step might be encouraging users to subscribe to an email listing or follow you on social media rather than going straight for the sale. Plan to build trust and authority over multiple interactions.

How do I maximize my "Shark Tank" opportunity after airing?

Your specific approach will depend on your brand and target audience, but you'll want to strike while the iron is hot. A strong PR strategy can build off your exposure, amplify excitement, engage leads and keep your sales funnel flowing.

Share your "Shark Tank" experience with your existing client base; it'll boost your reputation and build intrigue. Display the "As Seen on Shark Tank" badge proudly on your website and in advertising.

When will I see the highest spikes in web traffic?

The biggest spikes are during airing (which spans multiple time zones, remember), immediately after airing and the next few days as viewers watch on DVR or streaming services. Traffic typically tapers off over the next month before jumping again when the episode re-airs.

What marketing strategies should I use to maximize the Shark Tank exposure?

To fully capitalize on your "Shark Tank" appearance, focus on a mix of pre-air, during-air, and post-air marketing strategies. The specifics will depend on the nuances of your business and industry.

Learn more about "Shark Tank" marketing here.

How long after I record will my episode air?

Unfortunately, you won't usually know until about two weeks before (and if) it happens. There's no earlier indication of if/when your segment will see airtime. The best practice is to prepare your business and marketing as early as possible to ensure you're ready to deploy your strategy at a moment's notice.

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