The Sharks Take An Emotional Trip To The Farm | CNBC Prime

Johnny Georges from, Tree-T-Pee is looking for $150K for 20% of his company. Will the Sharks take a bite of this water conservation company?
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[@nikkimireles983]

In 2014 he landed a partnership with Home Depot and as of 2021 his company is worth $100 million, all while doing right by farmers. Couldn’t love this more

[@Stackztootrill]

This is what I was looking for & I’m happy to hear it

[@allrequiredfields]

​@@StackztootrillAnd he's still doing well now.

[@chester754]

This is what we all wanted to hear. Well done that man! 👏🏼

[@canefan17]

Capitalism doing great things for people. The sellers, the consumers, and even the content watchers 💪 ‘Merica

[@ma9052]

@@canefan17 That's not what capitalism is, but nice try little kid.

[@bloodblitzowns11]

The face he made when they said they wanted to charge 12 dollars each. Most entrepreneurs would light up seeing a larger margin. He looked devastated. Thats class.

[@royalmonster2319]

Absolutely ---> people with this kind of integrity are few and far between

[@archange8030]

That’s not just class, that’s morality as well

[@priscillasimon7453]

Beautiful soul. If all humans would be like him

[@hahnshane8884]

And now he sells them for $10 😂 money is a powerful thing

[@afkpeson]

@@hahnshane8884 u gotta account the massive inflation these years lil bro, this ain't a new episode.. stop hating

[@gutomeuren]

did some digging. that episode is from 2013. And now, 11 years later, this product is still under 10 dollars! Kudos to them!

[@user-lj4kj8lm9u]

Thanks for this up date . I have sent to every farm I know in South Africa . may God keep blessing this men and his team

[@samrm-tn8bt]

Is his business good now? I hope it going great.

[@mohamedfathy8186]

@@samrm-tn8bthis company worth 100 million ♥️

[@vbianan6979]

Amazing. That is legacy

[@sinanc3761]

Thanks for the research!!

[@watchdavideos]

“Thank you, partner…” That hit me.

[@Osajunior90]

Like a train indeed. Beautiful emotion in that sentence.

[@zanehawkins5869]

That look of gratitude on his face did it for me!

[@thomasramirez718]

Me too!! When he spoke about his dad 😢. Even Mr wonderful was getting teary eyed.

[@alexstone2047]

It hit me when he began to talk about his father and had to pause. He looked up at the sky as if The Lord said "speak from your heart Johnny" and he touched millions upon millions of lives. He deserves his success.

[@infinityvlogs2345]

"But we sell to farmers" 😢 he's a good soul ❤❤❤

[@williegitau6680]

Oh yes he is

[@tomhoward4181]

Great man

[@SpreadAU]

For sure

[@SpreadAU]

And for that, I’m out! -Mr. wonderful

[@samwright285]

He is a wholesome man. God bless you sir💯💯🙏😢

[@edwinm072]

JP is the realest shark. He invested more for the cause than the money. A true patriot.

[@zachcarpenter-tf8ln]

We’ll said. Love the word patriot in this comment. So true

[@aimancattani1881]

Yep and I like how he still told him they could charge a little bit more. I think it's a great match, he gets to do good by the farmers and also gets the chance to work with JP and learn the tools to build a successful buisness enough to sustain his operation

[@TheRealist1.]

​@@aimancattani1881JP understands business... he understood that this was a great guy with a great idea, but he wasn't a business man. He was willing to take the challenge of coaching him up and helping to scale his business. JP knew that those farmers could run credit or probably get those subsidized. I wouldn't be surprised if they got some kind of tax credit.

[@sebastianvanleeuwen4123]

Jp came up from the streets.

[@El_Queso47]

Exactly 💯 need more people like this

[@lukeshapiro9813]

Johnny is a true american businessman. Keeping the average joe in mind. The part where he says "But we sell to farmers" touched my heart. Let's support our fellow americans and farmers.

[@AskAgainL8ter]

He knows his market. In that regard, he’s a better businessman than that shark who just wants to maximize profit.

[@bondbarrybonds5774]

This product is still under $10 and at one point Johnny’s net worth was evaluated at well over 8 figures. And he kept his soul. Bravo

[@kryse4944]

That's awesome!

[@eijirokirishima1882]

Never seen a shark tank episode where someone agree’s to the contestants terms outright. I’m glad it was him.

[@dthhh494]

He sets up the price with a very small margin. So he is a good person. A conscious investor would know that it means the deal he offers is likely to be at the floor, or a good one.

[@eddienac314]

I think in the past Lori gave a 10 year entrepreneur old exactly what she was asking for. Her company is called Baby Toon. It definitely doesn't happen often

[@ravimishra7414]

That too for profiting less.

[@fitfogey]

It has happened. I don’t recall the companies exactly but there have been bidding wars between sharks that actually took it past the asking price. If the sharks see an undervalued pitch and they see dollar signs there is chum in the water.

[@clintlautner9542]

That’s because Johnny wasn’t asking for more than he needed, and JP recognized that he was that type of person. Whatever Johnny’s terms, they’re honest.

[@rameezdavids8275]

I've watched a lot of Shark Tank and I haven't seen a an entrepreneur that deserves an investment more than this man. He is not in it for the profit. He created a business that will make a positive impact on our planet and society, and can also make some cash on the side to live comfortably. Perfect.

[@fritzforsthoefel8031]

Capitilsm at it's best

[@parax9438]

Also the guy with edibles cutlery

[@Moneyovertruth]

He's not in it for the profit is his problem and the problem for the sharks

[@blazinpuffs]

​@@Moneyovertruththe same people who likely enjoy the fruits of his labor and other farmers, food. Mr patron is right farmers are some of the most important people in our society. They feed us for Christs sake.

[@Cerberusx32]

Love that the guy that partnered with him, basically gave the others the middle finger for not doing so.

[@linger4605]

JP is the only person up there with an actual heart. Everyone else is a monster

[@ritajefitzpatrick4078]

When he said “yeah, but you’re selling to farmers…” I knew his heart was in the right place. I’m happy someone took the chance on him. This was a great invention!

[@macanina100]

That smile and look on his face when he says “Thank you partner”. I wish I could feel like this one day, even if for a second. Good man.

[@samwright285]

💯👍I hear you

[@terminator6277]

thank you for your comment partener@@samwright285

[@martycech5844]

I agree… this man is Humble, Honest, Focused, Smart and Hard working!!! He is a True role model and inspiration!

[@nenadmarkovic2370]

Amen brother

[@medeiats1031]

i hope you do feel like that some day!

[@mayankkaloliya8249]

3:19 The way he said "But we are selling to farmers"

[@Cerberusx32]

"And I get it." No, no, you don't. You are so detected from the average person.

[@firecrackerjack68]

​@@Cerberusx32 you mean detached?

[@boostnicho6891]

@@Cerberusx32 he certainly knows nothing about a farmer for sure

[@antepa112]

@@Cerberusx32 No, he literally explained why the margin was too low.

[@ahmedmasry4450]

I repeated it at least 20 times

[@The1960killer]

His last name is even Georges. Derived from the Greek word georgos which means earthworker or farmer. Also known as a descendent of George that means descendent of a farmer. So cool how humble this man is and he respects those around him in his skill making an honest living. Man is an absolute role-model.

[@hunter2442]

When he cried at the end I lost it 😢😢 my dad made me a great man too may he R.I.P. God bless Johnny and JP.

[@aljosap8445]

“Nobody owes you nothing, life is what you make it” is top 1 quote i heard in shark tank or any other business show for that matter.

[@saugusguy]

If everybody was like this man the world would be a better place

[@wolfura]

Question is; 'Are you like this man?'

[@URIELGAMEZ]

Literally it would be a way better place

[@jakaziberna1867]

Amen to that.

[@pfsman35]

If jusr 10% of us could muster 50% of this man's work ethic, humbleness, and devotion to doing the right thing, we'd be rich beyond our wildest imaginations. And I don't mean monetarily

[@user-fs6xr3wd4c]

❤

[@jayjay5614]

Pure humanity in his eyes, what an example of what it is to be a great person.

[@IHarls]

Pure humanity. He's a good one. One of the best I'd say. God bless

[@carolinechaves9861]

This type of man are the ones who makes America 🇺🇸 great!!!

[@daniellefriar3564]

Yes his eyes are so pure❤

[@kerstieamiya4880]

@@carolinechaves9861exactly! A TRUE & REAL AMERICAN 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙

[@stevetan2331]

The look on JP’s face said it all, I gotta do something.

[@cognitivedisability9864]

Yes glad im not the only one who saw that look he had before apeaking up.

[@iqbalnasron]

He’s a good man. Heart of gold. He can take more but he doesn’t want to.

[@TillsRojas7]

Him scanning the room while Kevin was speaking is him realizing that maybe the other sharks are thinking the exact same thing. I’m glad not all of them were.

[@heymynameislay]

I actually have tears in my eyes. JP’s heart was breaking as he was watching Kevin try to tear this guy’s business model apart. He invested in this man’s heart and vision and I’m so glad that not only did he invest, but he didn’t try to make an offer asking for more.

[@jaredpierson]

Video literally brought tears to my eyes!

[@SERGIO-cr6uy]

Yeah, that video got me emotional too.

[@ufaxpyro4200]

The tree tee pee is worth 100 million now ❤️🙏🏽

[@racquelholder1374]

One of the many reasons to love JP, seriously. He is a true businessman and very genuine.

[@beastycool]

Is it any surprise why Mr wonderful kevin o leary, isnt very wonderful and how out of touch he is.

[@skshade6805]

4:40 that inhale. I've felt that inhale. That inhale is when a man lets his walls down. It sounds like the gate to a kingdom lowers the gate.

[@sparklingserenity8707]

I love Johnny. He has the most beautiful heart. This is not about making money to him, this is about helping farmers

[@Towerdog817]

Not only farmers but America!

[@blazinpuffs]

Dudes a genius. Just goes to show you, you don't need a fancy degree to have smarts. Well done Johnny.

[@mb944]

That’s right

[@zexcthd5519]

I’m in a bio and ag engineering program. You’d be amazed the amount of patents farmers hold.

[@JustASmalltownGirl10]

I have two degrees and I could never have even 5% of this man’s intelligence, creativity or eq

[@lucacraig6795]

You don’t need to have a degree, you just need heart and vision ❤

[@LostProblematique]

This man definitely knows what he is talking about. The way he explains it you can tell he had been frustrated at the waste of money and had tried it to make it the best possible. Its not just smarts and engineering but also experience that he has for him. This is the kind of man that made an industry and mantained it bc he knew the industry for years.

[@jrproductions5612]

This has to be one of the PUREST entrepreneurs in shark tank. If I was there I'd have done the same thing as JP.

[@jarrodgrosh4681]

The strongest men always end up tearing up when you mention their father. They worked their whole lives trying to be just like the man they idolized growing up. Just trying to make their hero proud of the man they raised

[@jliuatl]

Just like when a kid asked Tom Brady who his hero was, and Tom said it was his dad and you could see him getting emotional.

[@kaynewoolley9104]

In a perfect world sure. There is no qualification for being a good parent and there are many whom face growing up against that instinct to emulate and aspire to be everything their parent or parents were not.

[@Voidboi223]

I kind of cried with him when he talked about his father.. his father raised a true gentleman, and true hero.. His tears were not of weakness, but of remembrance of a true, happy father..

[@jacobcelmer4928]

Kevin looked like a 🤡 here, Johnny is exactly the kind of guy you want to work with.

[@asthecitysleepsofficial]

How? He was 100% right which is why they raised the price immediately lol

[@N8turenut]

Kevin is a good guy.

[@TinRapper]

So he shouldn’t have a budget to get this product to more people who want it? If there’s no profit, why would people make the phone you’re watching on right now.

[@fukunaga-kane]

@@asthecitysleepsofficial wdym he is right? This was from 11 years ago and they raise the price little and little to adjust to inflation. Things were very different in 2013.

[@adonistorres4977]

💯

[@missmelanie423]

I'd give Johnny all of my money. That's a pure heart right there.

[@teris.6323]

🥰

[@jacquelinenetto9822]

The face he made when he said "thank you partner" ❤😭

[@pillarman]

Tree T-Pee's website remains active and still offers the Tree T-Pee. It now retails for $9.95, in both black and white varieties. While Tree T-Pee might not have become the big business that Kevin O'Leary imagined, it's still in operation today more than 15 years after Johnny Georges launched it.

[@blindegg5182]

this clip is from 15 years ago?

[@kewtheii6764]

Company is valued over 100m, that’s big. With the push of sustainability around the globe, the business is most definitely going to keep growing.

[@esile63]

That’s awesome and thank you for the update

[@rozzaziobrown6515]

Honestly given inflation over that time period that price increase doesn't seem to unreasonable

[@user-yo2ki2wz5v]

Updates I love 🥹

[@brendal1156]

He is an example of what makes this country GREAT

[@kings3732]

Used to be great not any more pal

[@thegodpotato132]

@@kings3732you’re the reason it’s not great.

[@andysmyth1211]

Such an American comment

[@emmanueljaramillo]

He is an example of what the country lacks

[@darthvadeth6290]

This country is great because it was built on the graves of Native Americans and on the backbone of labour from African American slaves using the resources looted from Asia, Middle East, South America, and Africa 😂

[@Vinsoniguess]

This is amazing. He just wanted to help at an affordable cost. It wasn't just about money, that wasn't all he could see. It makes me proud to see people like that out there still. A business is a business, but this man stood thinking about his people. That's a good character right there.

[@sactownism]

I'm glad that there's people out there that cares about farmers. My parents are retired farmers and I try to give as much back as I can when it comes to farmers.

[@blazinpuffs]

Most important people in our society hands down.

[@santana444]

Farmer: Yes sir, but you still get the wind disfusion from that Mark: "Mind blown"

[@_ScottSauce]

This episode was the greatest add of all time for the product, that shark knew what he was doing

[@audiohouseph8992]

i cried the first time i watched this a minute ago. i rewatched it and guess what? I'm crying again. God bless this man of genuine and compassionate heart.

[@infinitybless7132]

This man made Mr. Wonderful think twice about how he was speaking to him about what’s important and what isn’t. ❤

[@thejanusproject32]

I noticed that. He was humbled when JP did the offer and the story of his father. And its a really BIG contrast, you got Mr.Wonderful who is thinking long term but it also thinking of himself, rightly so. Then you got JP that went in there wanting it BAD and seeing how good it was from the get-go. The deal, now that I think about it, in INCREDIBLY generous, 20%? And all he was asking for $150,000 which is much to Johnny but not much to them and JP saw it from the beginning. Its a classic example of the rich and then the rich who are compassionate.

[@youtubevidz4831]

This is my all-time favorite SharkTank clip ever.

[@gabiedubin]

This is so wholesome, I also like everything this guy stands for, he knows what he's talking about and isn't trying to bamboozle anyone.

[@N.O195]

( Nobody owes you nothing, life is what you make it ) great quote by Johnnys dad ❤

[@jrproductions5612]

It would have been a crime if that man did not get a deal. These are men of HONOR.

[@kimberlybeth]

The fact that Johnny was so happy to have an offer never once wanted to see if anyone had a better offer he really just wants to do good in the world ♥️

[@daricanongrum9780]

Thats one really humble respectful man , hard to see people like them exist no more ❤️

[@derek564655]

In the end you can see Kevin and mark both are emotional too. This man touched everyone's soul including mine 😢

[@khizerso2415]

One of my Favorite episodes. The guy seems like such a warm soul - glad he got a partner who sees him and his business for what they really are!

[@khesatoawomi1197]

This is way more emotional than 100 Episodes of KDrama. I've watched this over 20 times and I'll still watch over and over again. This man is a 💎 ❤

[@prashantjain9901]

But you are selling to Farmers ..that melted my heart....This human is angel

[@amossauceda9972]

Just a humble farmer trying to help other farmers He was thinking about other people

[@yaqubkhan8092]

What a human being. That’s what you call an amazing kind genuine man! Good luck to him and I hope he does really well in life!

[@TkeMedia]

My eyes filled when he spoke about his dad

[@mfarran84]

This is my favorite episode of all time. This man is the epitome of sacrifice, morality and integrity.

[@jmhie9]

I cried. He's a good soul..

[@jeanhenri8940]

This made me cry 😢. It's always good to be kind.

[@Margelo1]

God bless you and your family Johnny! You are a real man and a real American! I wish I had a friend like you! You are a role model for me.

[@abaassharar3261]

Seen this episode many times and always tears me up. What a great man!

[@as-sadikrahmanbadhon2095]

I've heard a saying that a man's face reflects his soul. I don't know how much of that is true but I know for sure that this man's face reflected his soul because I didn’t see nothing but his intention to do good, to help people and a genuine concern for others in his face. God bless him and people like him

[@qtpie488]

Think of the sheer amount of water that's being saved! I love Paul's offer. He looked at Kevin like, "Don't you understand?"

[@fredstokes8984]

“I worked for that man for 20 years taught me everything I know” that’s real love and respect talking about his own dad

[@DanielMamora]

Probably my favorite entrepreneur to appear on shark tank! Not being a different character but being his authentic self and not being greedy whatsoever but being a change to America!

[@thatf2299]

i dont think people appreciate or understand enough about how important farmers are

[@entityunknown1668]

Bill Gates and his friends are doing everything they can to end private farmers and to have sole control of the food supply. "Control the food and you control the people".

[@blazinpuffs]

Trust me many of us get it

[@jomojojo6603]

Most ppl think food comes from a supermarket

[@thisispaul8360]

​@@jomojojo6603😂😂

[@elhior23]

I don't think people understand that the story of the little farmer is mostly a thing of the past. Most farms in this country are owned by massive companies. The little guy story is bs.

[@hugocazares3935]

I’ve lived in the Central Valley of California my whole life. My parents and all my relatives work in the grape fields, I’ve been surrounded by agriculture my whole life. I have met some of the hardest workers in my life working in the fields myself during high school and saving up for college. And all of those people have been Hispanics and immigrants which is because field laboring is the primary job alot of them are able to work. But it goes without saying that farmers and field laborers are the backbone of this country.

[@rs8247]

Couldn’t agree more my friend 💪🏼❤️

[@shametro8046]

He's Greek-American

[@Ralph_Kreutzberger-Blumenfeld]

@@shametro8046 He's talking about his experience.... can you not read?

[@timesup6302]

Who do you think did it before them?

[@EyePatchGuy88]

​@@timesup6302 Not the time or place, too many emotions to discuss what you want to discuss, even though I agree.

[@Chibby-Chubby]

FOund it on a short video and it touched my soul when he said "I always tried to be right," while his facial expression as he said "But you're selling the farmers" made me cry.🥺🥺

[@nauperahanngbato9897]

I have watched this 15x already, and my hats off to the man!!

[@Ali_ReBORN]

A man of integrity and a kind heart ♥️

[@michaelmazarei]

One of the best episodes of all time. Great man.

[@javierfranco2013]

Oh my god... This video just gave me the CHILLS!... Its amazing, thank you for posting this. I really needed to see some good in action right now.

[@glove8888]

Thats a simple man who aint worried about money. Hes worried about doing whats right.

[@stilcrazychris]

That man deserves more then a Kevin in his life & got one. Sometimes theres more then money Kevin. The farmer works 10x's harder then anyone. Long days & harder nights. A milk farmer or cow farmer never sleeps. We need more Johnny's in the world. Hope you make a difference to the world & may God bless you.

[@richardbarrera8290]

People being people, with real hearts 💕 that’s the secret of keeping the world 🌎 together. The world needs more men ( women) like Johnny 🎉

[@abdurahmonyuldashev1346]

By far, the most heart-felt episode. Well done

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Dude stood his ground for WHAT IS RIGHT, and since has been rewarded handsomely

[@chester754]

So glad he made it big with this, the world needs more guys like Johnny!

[@rs8247]

I love how Johnny whole hearted came just as he is, a great man ❤

[@BiragovDetailing]

Such a great person. The amount of positive vibes from him is unreal!

[@dawbson1374]

This is a great man. I’m happy for him. The only reason there aren’t cheap knockoffs of his idea is because the dude priced it so low there was no room for profit for cheap knockoffs. Good for him and I wish him continued success.

[@Nitro_us]

4:20 the hope and happiness in his eyes.... love it.. ❤❤❤

[@petemakryllos997]

I've seen this one several times and never a dry eye. We need more of his kind on this planet.

[@davidyoung8079]

I love the fact that his product was centered around conserving water

[@amberwaves3149]

👏👏👏thank goodness JP was there for this one, one for the good guys but why’d you have to make me cry 😢 like that.

[@leightonmanjah]

"When good people come together...,😢 with a noble cause, great things happen" ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ love you Johnny... you're a noble man

[@prof94]

I really cried That's what a pure soul looks like

[@prashantonta8103]

Coming from JP ...... " I will be a good one too." Inspirational....man

[@NiyaHatry]

This kind of man is still here on earth just warmth my heart.

[@AutumnElaineDiLulo]

This made me so emotional 😭 I love his energy and everything he stands for.

[@ttrbo830]

hands down, THEE BEST Episode of Shark Tank, ever....... many Episodes have shown Innovative and Entrepreneurial Spirit, but Few have ever hit a LASTING Emotional Chord, like this Segment did.....

[@AnimalA-Z]

Johnny - this is all about water conservation and not about profits Kevin - there is not enough margin, I’m out 😂

[@chillbest14]

😂

[@Vradica]

Fun fact, Johnny is a millionaire today, and the company's net worth is abit over 100 million

[@christinaoh7022]

This man is the embodiment of everything that I love about America. God bless him and his. This is the role model we need.❤🌳

[@ZK-cl7sb]

the speech about his dad ! really made me shed a tear

[@skjogal7807]

I am glad to see that there are atleast some people on this planet who cares about wellbeing of all of us and show it by putting their words into action. Thanks to both of them for doing this.

[@Empressco]

This is so beautiful! I am so thankful that one of the sharks agreed to his terms like that 😭💗🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@martiarmasruiz8725]

Enough to make anybody cry, John has a pure soul, God bless him

[@PaulVisionLee]

When Kevin says I’m out to the zoom in on the face and the sad music is amazing editing.

[@boriskezic4732]

This pitch is what got me into Shark Tank. It's still the best pitch ever.

[@shadman_showmic_islam]

The expression in his face while "But we sale the farmers" really heart touching we still have good souls around us and this man jonny is the example...may god bless that good soul... Lot's of love and respect for Jonny.. And not to mention love for JP the greatest shark too ❤from Bangladesh

[@MONTEMIATRANSPORTATIONINC]

3:48 Always gets me That look of desperation and the other's investors' eyes says it all. Wow GOD BLESS THEM. 2 BEAUTIFUL SOULS

[@zenomoref8074]

I work with this man today, bless his soul he’s such a humble man

[@xDudeHimSelfx]

Hes so humble. God bless all farmers and honest people around the world ❤

[@cerebralmaze]

His pure heart and his integrity choked me up. I held it in until he spoke about his father. My father passed in 2003 and I felt EVERY word he said. Glad to see he got a deal that not only helped him, but will impact many others. JP DeJoria was sitting there at the right time. Wow! 🙏