
Naomi Simson
Founder of RedBalloon
Seasons 1-4
Naomi founded experience-gift retailer RedBalloon in 2001 and later co-founded the Big Red Group. Known on air as the shark who most often puts an offer on the table, she backs marketing-driven consumer businesses and founders with a clear customer story.
- 41
- pitch records
- A$2.1M
- attributed on-air amount
Pitch records featuring Naomi Simson
DealThe Inappropriate Gift Co.
Humorous gifts to people with an inappropriate sense of humor
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 15% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealDessert Boxes
An online dessert gift-giving store
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Steve Baxter + Janine Allis + Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealKoda Sail
A travel company that provides small group sailing tours in Croatia & Turkey for the Young Professional traveller aged 25–40.
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Steve Baxter + Janine Allis + Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealSunburst Outdoor Living
Outdoor cushion designs
Recorded on-air deal
A$40,000 recorded amount · 30% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealBricks + Agent
A business that allows consumers and businesses to be matched with qualified tradespeople
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson
DealThe Mason Baker
Handmade jarcakes
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson
Snap SocialSnap Social
An interactive display in retail stores
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 45% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealPod & Parcel
Environmentally friendly coffee pods
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 30% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealQPay
Student marketplace and payments app
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Steve Baxter + Naomi Simson
DealCancerAid
An app that personalises cancer information for patients and caregivers
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Janine Allis + Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealStrange Grains
A wholesale artisan bakery selling gluten free bread
Recorded on-air deal
A$350,000 recorded amount · 25% equity · With Naomi Simson
Deal"Catch 'N' Release" An anchor retrieval company that elimina
An anchor retrieval company that eliminates damage to the ocean
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealHoo Haa Headphones
Headphones with a retractable lead
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson
DealHey Day Butter
An artisan brand of gourmet butter
Recorded on-air deal
A$50,000 recorded amount · 33% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealiCapsulate
A coffee company specialising in capsules, pods and roasted beans
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealMini Pallets
Product which raises goods off the ground allowing for easy moving access underneath
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealCardly
An online card sending service
Recorded on-air deal
A$250,000 recorded amount · 33.3% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealCart-A-Lot
A foldable cart
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 45% equity · With Naomi Simson
No DealHummingbird
Raw superfood blendies to add to your smoothie
No accepted on-air deal
DealYour Flavour
A range of handmade healthy seasoning products
Recorded on-air deal
A$80,000 recorded amount · 50% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealOne Talk
Talking posters operated by touch, that communicate with Aboriginal communities as well as non-English speaking new arrivals to Australia
Recorded on-air deal
A$50,000 recorded amount · 20% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealEcto Hand Planes
A bodysurfing hand plane that's made from recycled surfboards
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 50% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealTag International
An outdoor adventure and team-building company
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Steve Baxter + Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson
DealExtreme Shredder
Online fitness company that gives you access to online fitness workouts
Recorded on-air deal
A$50,000 recorded amount · 25% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealBetswaps.com
An online sports tipping marketplace
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Steve Baxter + Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealCap Hat
A detachable cover for a cap or hat that provides full sun protection
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Steve Baxter + Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson
DealYour Closet
A luxury dress rental service
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Janine Allis + Naomi Simson
Deal2WHEELBoard
A combination of skateboarding and snowboarding
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · Equity not recorded · With Naomi Simson
Dealnewagestore.com
A spiritual and guidance website
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 20% equity · With Naomi Simson
Deal10-Way Necklace
A necklace that can be worn ten different ways
Recorded on-air deal
A$75,000 recorded amount · 40% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealKisa Phone
Easy to use mobile phone for the elderly
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 10% equity · With Naomi Simson
No DealParkhound
A company that finds and leases affordable parking spaces from property managers
No accepted on-air deal
DealLil Fairy Doors
A miniature magical door children can attach to their bedroom wall allowing fairies to come and visit
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Naomi Simson + Glen Richards
DealVegepod
A self-contained vegetable and herb planter
Recorded on-air deal
A$150,000 recorded amount · 20% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealCricket Cooler
An esky with attached cricket stumps
Recorded on-air deal
A$80,000 recorded amount · 20% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealCase Boards
Portable, electric remote controlled skateboard that folds down to briefcase size
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Janine Allis + Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson + John McGrath
DealHegs Pegs
A peg with hooks
Recorded on-air deal
A$100,000 recorded amount · 15% equity · With Naomi Simson
DealGrown Wooden Eyewear
Bamboo and wooden sunglasses
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Naomi Simson + John McGrath
DealThree65 Underwear
Men's underwear subscription business
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Janine Allis + Naomi Simson
DealHalo Medical Devices
A digital goniometer used by physiotherapists
Recorded on-air deal
Deal amount not recorded · Equity not recorded · With Andrew Banks + Naomi Simson
DealSonsee Woman
Hosiery for plus size women
Recorded on-air deal
A$20,000 recorded amount · 20% equity · With Naomi Simson