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

[@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

[@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!!

[@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💯💯🙏😢

[@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.

[@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.

[@eddienac241]

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.

[@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

[@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]

❤

[@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

[@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.

[@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!!!

[@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 ❤

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 😂

[@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]

💯

[@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!

[@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 🥹

[@youtubevidz4831]

This is my all-time favorite SharkTank clip ever.

[@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.

[@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.

[@stevetan2331]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@santana444]

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

[@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!

[@jrproductions5612]

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

[@jmhie9]

I cried. He's a good soul..

[@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

[@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 ♥️

[@amossauceda9972]

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

[@iqbalnasron]

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

[@abaassharar3261]

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

[@mfarran84]

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

[@prashantjain9901]

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

[@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.

[@michaelmazarei]

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

[@sparklingserenity8707]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@Ali_ReBORN]

A man of integrity and a kind heart ♥️

[@missmelanie423]

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

[@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.

[@sll255]

What a great guy. Entrepreneurship is about helping people at the end of the day.

[@izelo3277]

Nope, it’s about making money

[@DOC_951]

You’re confusing terms. Entrepreneurship is 100% about business and making money. Many people aim to do this WHILE helping people, which is the whole reason a business even finds success. Unsuccessful entrepreneurs can’t help people without a sustainable business (one that makes money).

[@btlv]

Don't go into business, you'll learn the hard way.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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 🎉

[@prof94]

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

[@davidyoung8079]

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

[@petemakryllos997]

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

[@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.....

[@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.

[@jacquelinenetto9822]

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

[@hellomate2405]

Seeing such good and kind people really melts my heart.

[@ZK-cl7sb]

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

[@xDudeHimSelfx]

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

[@chelsiebaldwin2026]

This man is so frickin sweet, he's so cute I love him ❤

[@downey416Toronto]

god bless this man!!! one of the best hearts ever one shark tank

[@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

[@AnkitPandey-jy1ru]

When Pure soul meets another pure soul for good. You thought for nature and human, that's really appreciative Johnny. ♥️

[@smallsmalls3889]

Johnny has a kind ❤

[@SuperSikfish]

Imagine the world we’d live in if all of us had a little Johnny in us

[@ailafkapdi2279]

Bebahan x little johnny😂😂

[@PaulVisionLee]

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

[@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..

[@daricanongrum9780]

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

[@boriskezic4732]

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

[@_ScottSauce]

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

[@jeanhenri8940]

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

[@emilylim7710]

Just bawling over here 😭❤️ what a beautiful human being

[@TkeMedia]

My eyes filled when he spoke about his dad

[@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.

[@leightonmanjah]

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

[@prashantonta8103]

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

[@lisa-kg1nk]

Very heartwarming I am so glad he stuck to his beliefs and got a deal❤

[@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!

[@zenomoref8074]

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

[@MAGAprincess]

Umm I would donate my entire paycheck to this man!! Wish we had more "Johnny's" in the world. ❤️🤞

[@NiyaHatry]

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

[@nauperahanngbato9897]

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

[@victorlopez6170]

Mr Wonderful contradicting himself- “your father is great man” that man is the complete opposite of Mr wonderful himself…

[@zionthompson7900]

This man has a good heart and deserves all the best life has to offer...this is what America is about.

[@chester754]

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

[@rameinaussie]

This how business should be Run with a lot of honesty and love for your customers.

[@loranovabridal1880]

Such a lovely human being

[@Willyknightka]

His net worth as of 2024 is estimated to be 20 million! He did good thing and now his even happier then ever, and also his partner now made $4million off that $150k for 20%

[@TT-hw6hk]

that's awesome!!! thanks for sharing :)

[@abdurahmonyuldashev1346]

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

[@Nitro_us]

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

[@alexandrous]

It’s breath of fresh air knowing that good things still happen to good people. Johnny is still winning to today. ❤

[@DOC_951]

This man is the antithesis of Kevin.

[@itsmykelife]

Your the best businessman i ever see Johnny.. you care to your customers not just for a profit.. your an excellent innovator and a good hearted soul❤️

[@TheGabrielloria]

Primera vez que veo a JP, pero se convirtió en mi Shark favorito!!! Muy bien por Johnny!

[@elsatorres7138]

The best episode ever, love Johnny

[@bodhi1462]

This is why people from the south are awesome!!! I'm glad a fellow southerner got the deal. They don't just think of making the most money possible and lower the quality to crap.