Suvechha Sarkar
ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’ provides ambitious entrepreneurs, who hope to secure funding and turn their ventures into thriving businesses, with a platform to pitch their products and ideas to a panel of investors. In season 18, episode 1, titled ‘Beast Mode,’ the focus turns to four brands—Wedding Weekender, The Caulking Finger, Ball2, and FUNDELIVERED. The founders of each brand took the opportunity to shed light on their brand’s journey and where they want to take it in the near future. As the pitches unfolded, some sparked curiosity, while others demonstrated the founders’ determination to defend their companies’ value.
Wedding Weekender is Making Wedding Memories More Personal Through Candid Footage
Wedding Weekender was founded by Anne Marie Carroll (Harald) in May 2025 after she reflected on the high cost of professional wedding photography for couples. Hence, she launched the company by providing the bride and groom’s friends and family with a camcorder so they could capture meaningful, candid moments from their own perspectives. The footage is then collected and edited into a wedding video by the editing team. In September 2026, the company announced the launch of its website, through which customers can easily contact the company. It currently offer four packages tailored to different wedding needs: Wedding Weekender Core, Wedding Weekender Deluxe, Wedding Weekender Bach + Core, and Wedding Weekender Bach + Deluxe.
On the website, customers can seamlessly book test runs before their weddings. Wedding Weekender has expanded its presence through media features, including coverage from The New York Times, Vogue Weddings, and Martha Stewart Weddings. On Instagram, the company regularly shares snippets and memorable moments from its clients’ celebrations. In September of this year, Wedding Weekender collaborated with Eden Karagiorgos and Dana Joelle, among many others. Around that same time, the team announced a special offer for couples booking their Deluxe package for their 2026 weddings. The brand offered six PAPAUI groomsmen gifting sets, and everything else in the package, while supplies last.
The Caulking Finger is Helping Contractors Simplify Caulking With Its Patented Tool
The Caulking Finger was invented by Daniel Stephenson, a painter for more than 30 years, and is sold through the venture, FWMM Products LLC. He created it when he realized that old houses required extensive caulking, and after he spent hours applying the material, his fingers were left bleeding. It prompted him to search for a better way to tackle the task, leading him to use his index finger as a mold. He also experimented with different materials before finally finding an engineered rubber that provided the product with a balance of stiffness and flexibility. As of writing, The Caulking Finger is a patented tool sold for $9.99. Customers can now purchase the product directly through the company’s website or Amazon.
The Caulking Finger is also sold in a two-pack for $17.99, while The Caulking Finger – 6 Pack Contractor Bundle (Unpackaged) is priced at $50.99. The Caulking Finger Replacement Tips – 2 Pack is also available at just $9.99. The product is further promoted through instructional videos and product reviews on social media, particularly Instagram. In July 2026, the company announced that The Caulking Finger had become a drop-ship vendor for Sherwin-Williams, with its product showcased at a Pro Show in Georgia. By the following month, the brand shared its usage with Sashco Inc., marking another step in the inventor’s effort to bring the practical invention to a wider audience.
Ball 2 is Reimagining Interactive Play Through AI-Powered Game Creation
Ball 2 began as an ambitious idea from Sperry Labs, the company founded by Kevin Langdon and Andrew Brown in December 2018. After 3 years of development, the team created Ball 2 and launched the website by 2025, presenting a new approach to interactive play that combines a physical ball with Artificial Intelligence (AI). The product also allows users to create their own games using its built-in sensors. It is currently available in two versions: Ball 2, priced at $49, and Ball 2 Plus AI, which is available for $69. Customers can also choose to buy a multiple-ball package for $79 with free shipping. On the site, they can also download the Ball 2 application, which helps them create games and play with the product.
Throughout 2026, Sperry Labs has continued building awareness through collaborations and industry appearances. In January and February, the company collaborated with Yard Games World. By February, the brand once again entered a partnership with PCS Girls. The following month, it joined hands with Never Bored Gaming, further expanding its reach. In June 2026, Ball 2 made its way to the Gaming Caravan convention. Just a month later, it took another step forward by introducing a new game to celebrate the 4th of July holiday. As the company looks ahead, the founders have indicated that the team is focused on increasing production as it works toward its 2027 goals.
Fundelivered Has Turned Unclaimed Packages Into Mystery Box Experiences
Fundelivered began with a small idea created by founders, Rebecca Dallman and Jena Butler, in a Florida garage in February 2021. They set out to transform an often-overlooked side of e-commerce into something more exciting through retail liquidation. The brand sells mystery boxes containing packages that are undelivered, unclaimed, or returned by customers. Through Fundelivered’s mystery boxes, customers can receive an assortment of unexpected items. It currently offers the Mail Makes Mystery Box for just $89.99 and the Party Box for $229.99. Other mystery packages include Plus Packages and the FunSwap Party Box.
Besides that, Fundelivered also sells branded merchandise through its website, including sweatshirts, T-shirts, and classic caps. Today, it focuses on strengthening its connection with its customers through Instagram. It often shares behind-the-scenes glimpses of its packaging process and how orders are prepared for customers. In May 2026, it collaborated with Slice, which offers the brand safer cutting tools. Most recently, in September 2026, Fundelivered announced a giveaway to celebrate their appearance on ‘Shark Tank.’ In the giveaway, the three winners will be announced on October 2, and each will receive a YETI cooler stuffed with Fundelivered packages.
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