Kim Meckwood was frustrated with trying to carry multiple shopping bags when she conceived Click & Carry. The device allows users to carry multiple bags at once by clipping the handles together to carry in a single hand or over the shoulder. The ergonomic design is easy on hands and shoulders and the sturdy construction ensures stability. Click & Carry is great for carrying multiple shopping bags and for other uses, such as construction workers who carry heavy items like paint cans and sports enthusiasts with a lot of equipment. The device is also helpful for seniors with dexterity issues. Meckwood, who is a breast cancer survivor, says, “A struggle through breast cancer shows you that if you can overcome cancer, then anything is possible. The journey gave me the faith and determination necessary to bring a new product to market and to share my story on Shark Tank. It really inspired me to chase my dreams.”

Sarah Ribner and Jess Edelstein founded PiperWai in March 2014 after becoming frustrated with the lack of effective natural deodorant brands on the market. PiperWai is a gender-neutral natural deodorant that uses activated charcoal to neutralize odor and absorb wetness. PiperWai also includes deodorant cream and body washes. The products are free of aluminum, parabens and synthetic fragrances, are vegan and cruelty free. Ribner and Edelstein report that numerous breast cancer patients have praised PiperWai for being gentle on their treatment-induced sensitive skin.

Kressa Peterson loves outdoor adventure. But she lamented not being able to wash off and change into clean, dry clothes after certain excursions so she invented the Shower Toga. The portable shower accessory provides a convenient and discreet way to shower and change in public places such as campsites or at the end of endurance races. The Shower Toga is made from durable, water-resistant materials and features a full-body design with pockets for soap and shampoo. The waterproof cover-up allows wearers to undress, shower and redress with privacy and doubles as a duffle bag for storing dirty clothes. Peterson’s gusto for adventure and entrepreneurism is a spirit that helped her win a battle against breast cancer. To others fighting the disease she says, “Have faith and believe in yourself.” Peterson pursued her entrepreneurial dreams despite her cancer diagnosis. “If I can do it, you can!”