Newington Couple Sells Business On 'Shark Tank'

NEWINGTON, CT — A Newington couple decided to outright sell their company to Daymond John on the ABC show "Shark Tank."

Alyssa and Zach Brown invented the Moki Door Step to help short people reach the top of their vehicles for items tied to the roof. The item retails for $44.95, has a 400-pound weight capacity and is a universal fit for all vehicles. Zach works as a paramedic/firefighter and found that Alyssa had difficulty reaching the roof of their vehicle without his help.

The couple launched a Kickstarter campaign that reached $100,000 from 2,000 backers.

The Browns went to the show looking to sell a 5 percent stake for $150,000 and were offered $450,000 for a 20 percent stake by John, according to WTNH. Zach Brown said he estimated the company was worth $3 million and would be willing to sell it off in its entirety as the two were expecting a baby soon.

John agreed with the valuation and outright bought the company.