tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post2473673856378909050..comments2024-01-25T04:37:41.443-08:00Comments on Behind the Scenes at Mod Mom Furniture: What Happened After Shark Tank! (WIth LINK TO 2013 UPDATE)Kierstenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10253173244392647194noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-84485155896299782742016-07-05T21:25:54.410-07:002016-07-05T21:25:54.410-07:00Kiersten, I just now -- July 5, 2016 -- saw your p...Kiersten, I just now -- July 5, 2016 -- saw your pitch on a Shark Tank rerun. I've watched the show for a couple years now, and always wondered what became of deals after the original showing. I sort of assumed that many of the deals fell through for various reasons, but I admire your going on the show and doing a great job pitching and landing at least an offer. I hope Mod Mom is doing well. I just noticed it's been four years since someone posted here, so chances are you won't see this.Monte Carpenternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-8176849472183218252012-08-17T20:50:10.327-07:002012-08-17T20:50:10.327-07:00To the "anonymous" person who just submi...To the "anonymous" person who just submitted a comment and caught a spelling error, I thank you. You're right. I misspelled a word.<br /><br />With that said, I will send you lots of positive energy because clearly you are covered up in negativity if you felt the need to write something so mean spirited. Clearly, there are some issues you're dealing with and I wish you the best of luck with them. Kierstenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10253173244392647194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-66372341719467463172012-02-26T14:59:22.709-08:002012-02-26T14:59:22.709-08:00This is great. I just saw the episode on shark tan...This is great. I just saw the episode on shark tank. You were great, glad to see it is going well.amandahttp://bestinbabies.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-13887407543793208982011-08-28T17:51:29.014-07:002011-08-28T17:51:29.014-07:00Here is what I think, Robert just wanted to help y...Here is what I think, Robert just wanted to help you because you have a wonderful story but then, he realizes that you can get better offers from others investors/friends so he stays out of your company. That's great for you, your company and family. PD: I know, my English socks, I'm just studying ESL.Orlando Mendozahttp://www.incazone.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-8214556101228518482011-08-27T18:33:46.860-07:002011-08-27T18:33:46.860-07:00Anonymous, are you asking if Robert was upset abou...Anonymous, are you asking if Robert was upset about not doing a deal with me? Um, in short...no he wasn't. Why would he be?? He's worth millions of dollars and primarily invests in IT companies. I'm a mom who built over 300 pieces of furniture in her garage. <br /><br />To recap, we filmed in October of 2010 which means I got the "TV Deal" in October where I poured my heart out and cried because I was so scared about our future and not being able to provide for our kids thinking it was my only shot at raising capital. I ending up hearing from him in.....JANUARY 2011. Does that sound like someone who's really torn up over not getting a deal with me? In December, l put a call out to friends, family, and industry leaders I know for a back-up plan in case he didn't ever contact me. Those "connections" you speak of were not made through Shark Tank and they did not mandate royalty payments as part of the investment deals. The investors I lined up are people who believe in me, care about me, and know the design industry. The irony about what you're saying is that if I had taken a deal with royalties (basically, a loan) over a deal without royalties in the Shark Tank, the Sharks would have beaten me up big time for making a stupid business decision. <br /><br />When you put your name in the hat for Shark Tank, there's something driving you and in most cases, the entrepreneurs are/were like me...desperate for help. Having the courage to sign yourself up for a show like that where you know you have no control over what gets aired, how it's edited, what they'll cut, and just about everything from what you can wear to what you can say is not something any of us took lightly. But that's the gamble you make for the opportunity to pitch your idea. And if you're one of the 30 whose pitch is chosen to air on TV (out of 20,000 applications), you're lucky AND your story makes for good TV. <br /><br />While I'm really grateful for the experience and the exposure it's given Mod Mom Furniture, it makes me hot under the collar when I read comments such as yours that throw me under the bus for doing what's best for my family and my company.Kierstenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10253173244392647194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-29947720369293744262011-08-27T16:58:46.515-07:002011-08-27T16:58:46.515-07:00I am a little disappointed that Robert may not be ...I am a little disappointed that Robert may not be involved. I hope if that is the case that he is very happy with that decision. Otherwise, it seems someone else should have had the spot on Shark tank, someone that would really have taken advantage of the offer and not used it to make other connections.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-68602237943621952902011-08-26T17:52:41.667-07:002011-08-26T17:52:41.667-07:00Great story and congratulations. You took control ...Great story and congratulations. You took control of your life and your financial situation and didn't stop until you created a successful company and was able to secure assistance from the shark's to boot! Bravo! Great Inspiration to everyone.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04881459306333651988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-73709149808645926352011-04-14T19:55:57.852-07:002011-04-14T19:55:57.852-07:00wow.. I saw your work on poppies and sunshine blog...wow.. I saw your work on poppies and sunshine blog....just loved it!! Im from australia and I think your designs are brilliant.. well donerexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06483003532396329746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-64602971006891239042011-04-14T18:18:14.881-07:002011-04-14T18:18:14.881-07:00Congrats! Just saw the clip of Shark Tank from ano...Congrats! Just saw the clip of Shark Tank from another blog and I have to say your product is so beautiful and fun! I love that you taught yourself, you're a true inspiration to women and men every where!Dianahttp://wedding.allwomenstalk.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-7532030704836819942011-04-13T19:06:32.890-07:002011-04-13T19:06:32.890-07:00I'm just back to town and catching up. Congra...I'm just back to town and catching up. Congratulations, not only for getting on the show but for coming across so knowledgeable and well spoken (not to mention gorgeous) -- You never know what editing is going to do and they kept you real and amazing. Your story and blog just keeps getting better and better, I am glad I've been able to ride along on your journey. Keep on inspiring!sara khttp://www.skartshop.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-14444407164372878092011-04-13T09:15:09.913-07:002011-04-13T09:15:09.913-07:00I saw you on Shark Tank and I just love what you d...I saw you on Shark Tank and I just love what you do! Your story is great and you are soo creative. I am so glad Robert invested in your company!Poppies and Sunshinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11794995513595150842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-55265774942854002502011-04-05T20:08:52.351-07:002011-04-05T20:08:52.351-07:00Such an amazing story! I blogged about you today! ...Such an amazing story! I blogged about you today! Check it out here. <br /><br />http://lemonsandlaundry.blogspot.com/2011/04/product-push-inspiration-mod-mom.html<br /><br />xo MarcieMarciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11557790177801142318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-71336960019297177432011-04-05T19:18:42.780-07:002011-04-05T19:18:42.780-07:00Just watched it with my son. Fantastic! I am so ha...Just watched it with my son. Fantastic! I am so happy for you and inspired by you too!AmyDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04995370515726391355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-74888322980114834032011-04-04T13:45:28.399-07:002011-04-04T13:45:28.399-07:00WOW! I have never felt lazier. We caught you on Hu...WOW! I have never felt lazier. We caught you on Hulu last night. You were soo awesome. I wish we were neighbors so I could help!You should be crazy proud of yourself!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-72801510698175409862011-04-04T13:01:33.268-07:002011-04-04T13:01:33.268-07:00congratulations to you! i saw your schpeel on sha...congratulations to you! i saw your schpeel on shark tank the other night and loved, loved, LOVED your product. your story was even more "loveable!" i wish you luck in your exciting ventures. :)Jayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17051162857168875474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-2477407009920968862011-04-03T17:26:56.751-07:002011-04-03T17:26:56.751-07:00Hey guys! Sorry I'm just now responding...I...Hey guys! Sorry I'm just now responding...I'm in North Carolina at the International Furniture Market. Very cool! Met Ty Pennington --super nice guy. Pics to come.<br /><br />As for Robert, we still have the door open; however, for me, I couldn't be happier because I wasn't so keen on the royalty pay out. As I said in the blog, I was so fortunate that just being involved with Shark Tank not only got me connected with Robert but also brought in additional offers from new friends, old friends, family members and furniture design experts. I'm so thrilled that Robert had faith in me but even more thrilled I don't have to pay royalties!Kierstenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10253173244392647194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-91747170494243533512011-04-03T17:24:55.543-07:002011-04-03T17:24:55.543-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Kierstenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10253173244392647194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-87816144744376490532011-04-03T16:33:42.288-07:002011-04-03T16:33:42.288-07:00I saw you on Shark Tank last night ( I watch inter...I saw you on Shark Tank last night ( I watch internet tv so I'm not really "current") I love your boxes and your story was amazing. Good for you!!Katie Annahttp://katieannab.squarespace.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-55560722516095004562011-04-03T15:37:44.666-07:002011-04-03T15:37:44.666-07:00So what happened to Robert in all of this? Is he j...So what happened to Robert in all of this? Is he just out of the picture now?Kelli Brewerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02865719999604541072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-3936408922292967182011-04-03T14:02:01.045-07:002011-04-03T14:02:01.045-07:00Saw the show and within a minute fell in love with...Saw the show and within a minute fell in love with your product. But what happened? You made a deal with Robert, but on your Blog it sounds like you didn't need the deal and that it may not have happened. Did you do the deal with Robert that you agreed to? I know you said a lot of other people helped out since and invested. I think your product is great and have forwarded it to some people I know with kids. I've "liked" you on FaceBook so I can follow your success. If you need any Graphic Design help, I'll be happy to give you a bid. Keep doing wonderful things.Dave Hauckhttp://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1257015096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-85358769389058846272011-04-02T19:38:18.092-07:002011-04-02T19:38:18.092-07:00My husband (Tim, 2 comments above) and I watched t...My husband (Tim, 2 comments above) and I watched the show on Friday and were so excited to see you on there! We have been doing business on Etsy since 2007 & are also from Ohio...only a 45-minute drive from Amish Country, actually, so we were doubly excited to see the success of a fellow Etsian AND Ohioan! God bless with your business! We just had our first baby and we hope to get one of your amazing toy boxes as he gets a little older! :)christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10835029535232073491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-21427053189289370882011-04-02T14:52:58.665-07:002011-04-02T14:52:58.665-07:00OOOh Kiersten!! I am so so happy for you...on so m...OOOh Kiersten!! I am so so happy for you...on so many levels!! It IS truly amazing the kindness, generousity and support of those that surround us, sometimes we just don't know how to ask or want to ask..but an opportunity like Shark Tank puts all the cards on the table and allows those around us to step up. You have a truly amazing story, and I wish you continued success and I applaud you for keeping your building not only state-side, but in your own community..ONLY good will come to you and your family!! So excited to watch your business grow!!! XOXO Fellow Shark BaitDeidrea - Hot Mama Gownshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02328328021442290183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-70207029755088803582011-04-02T13:51:55.811-07:002011-04-02T13:51:55.811-07:00Awesome! Watched the show and wrote about your st...Awesome! Watched the show and wrote about your story over on Handmadeolgoy!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06947100572024287310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-10093898046406850512011-04-02T13:09:48.842-07:002011-04-02T13:09:48.842-07:00Ohhh..and by the way....way to go..you inspire me ...Ohhh..and by the way....way to go..you inspire me and so many others! Congrads!!!!!Wilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09818700160450476478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768253402817565188.post-89089590046084827982011-04-02T13:07:16.569-07:002011-04-02T13:07:16.569-07:00Well all I can say as a fledling furniture maker.....Well all I can say as a fledling furniture maker...is give some tutorials on how you spread yourself out to sell all that you did prior to Shark Tank. Marketing seems to be so hard....NO ONE KNOWS OF ME! I'm on ETSY..like you..but never sell anything. HELP!!! Wil @ www.hillcountrycedar.comWilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09818700160450476478noreply@blogger.com