Lovepop

Lovepop is a Boston-area company that makes greeting cards and gifts that open into detailed three-dimensional paper sculptures. It was founded by Wombi Rose and John Wise, who trained as naval architects and used their design skills on paper engineering. The founders pitched in Season 7, Episode 11. They made a deal with Kevin O'Leary, who invested $300,000, according to FinSMEs, and later coverage from CNBC described the company as backed by a shark. The Boston Business Journal also reported the Cambridge startup's success on the show. Fan sites give an equity figure, but we have not confirmed it independently, so we do not list it, and the founders' opening ask is not confirmed either. The cards stand out because each design is cut and folded to stand up when the card is opened, which makes them feel more like a small gift than a standard card. After the show, Lovepop kept raising outside money and expanded its products beyond everyday greeting cards. A 2018 report covered a larger funding round and a push into new categories such as wedding invitations. Lovepop is still selling through its own website, lovepop.com, which carries a current copyright. We have not confirmed an official brand storefront on Amazon, so shoppers should buy from the company site or check that a listing is genuine. Current revenue and O'Leary's present stake have not been confirmed. The fundraising after the show is covered in the update below.