Kesara Bandaragoda

ABOUT KESARA BANDARAGODA Kesara Bandaragoda is a Sri Lankan-born media entrepreneur currently based in Dubai, with a lifelong passion for storytelling, innovation, and all things screen-worthy. Whether it's a mind-bending sci-fi epic or the latest startup pitch on Shark Tank, Kesara is all in. In fact, he was one of the earliest content creators to cover Shark Tank Australia online and has been tracking its businesses, products, and founders since 2019 — long before it was cool. Kesara is the visionary CEO behind BrandFactory, a digital media company powering multiple content platforms that reach millions. When he’s not leading a team of creatives, he’s often geeking out over Marvel and DC universes, decoding Spielberg's directorial magic, or revisiting classics like The Shawshank Redemption, Interstellar, and Pirates of the Caribbean (yes, he's a Johnny Depp loyalist). INDUSTRY FOCUS Kesara’s writing and content leadership often focus on the intersection of entrepreneurship, entertainment, and emerging digital cultures. He’s particularly passionate about telling stories that celebrate founders, dissect business blueprints from media narratives, and spark curiosity in audiences across the globe. FAVORITE MEDIA A sci-fi enthusiast with a taste for high-stakes storytelling, Kesara’s favorite titles range from cerebral time-space odysseys to charismatic pirate adventures. He thrives in content that mixes real-world business insight with the spectacle of entertainment — think Shark Tank meets Black Mirror, with a touch of Marvel heroics.

Getaway Net Worth 2023 Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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Getaway, a tiny home rental in the woods, was started by Pete Davis and John Staff in 2015. As of September 2023, Getaway’s net worth is $40 Million, and they’re pulling in a whopping $30 million in annual revenue.  On January 27, 2017, they appeared on Season 8 of Shark Tank USA, seeking $500,000 for 5% … Read more

FireFighter Turnout Bags Net Worth 2023 Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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FireFighter Turnout Bags, a bags product, was started by Nicole and Matt Rasor in 2008. FireFighter Turnout Bags’s net worth was $500K in 2017 based on the Shark Tank deal. On February 10, 2017 they appeared on Season 08 of Shark Tank USA and made a deal with Lori Greiner, $250,000 for 50% equity. In … Read more

MealEnders Net Worth 2023 Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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MealEnders, a science-based product to prevent overeating, was started by Mark Bernstein in 2013. MealEnders net worth was $4.3 million at the time of their pitch in 2017 based on the company’s $350,000 for 8% equity. But the company is still in business, which is not clear. They appeared on Season 08 of Shark Tank … Read more

Blendtique Wine Company Net Worth 2023 Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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Blendtique Wine Company’s custom wine blending kit was started by Billy Dim in 2013. As of September 2023, Blendtique Wine Company’s net worth is $4 million, and they’re pulling in a whopping $4 Million in annual revenue.  On March 3, 2017, they appeared on Season 8 of Shark Tank USA and made a deal with Lori … Read more

The Sleep Styler Net Worth 2023 Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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The Sleep Styler, Plush rollers for straightening and curling hair, was started by Tara Brown in December 2016. The actual net worth of the company is unknown. But The Sleep Styler’s net worth should be over $130 million as of 2023. The company’s lifetime revenue was $150 Million in June 2021. And they are pulling in … Read more

Seedsheet Net Worth 2024 Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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Seedsheet, a comprehensive gardening kit for home gardeners, was started by Cameron Mackugler in 2014. As of March 2024, Seedsheet net worth is $10 million. Also Seedsheet is pulling in a whopping $5.1 million in annual revenue.  In 2017, Seedsheet appeared on  Season 8 of Shark Tank USA and made a deal with Lori Greiner … Read more

“Peoples Design” Net worth Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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“Peoples Design” got featured on Shark Tank USA in May 2017. It was founded by Tyler Peoples. Here is an update on Peoples Design’s net worth so far. Peoples Design’s Net worth before appearing on Shark Tank 300,000 USD (business valuation) Peoples Design’s Net worth [year between appearing and now]2020 Out Of Business Peoples Design’s … Read more

Sierra Madre Research Net Worth 2023 Update (Before & After Shark Tank)

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Sierra Madre Research, Covered hammocks to replace the common tent, was started by Richard and Juli Rhett in 2010. As of September 2023, Sierra Madre Research’s net worth is $12 Million and they’re pulling in a whopping $576000 in annual revenue.  On October 1, 2017, they appeared on Season 9 of Shark Tank USA and … Read more