
The founders asked
Unknown
The deal
4M EGP
for 60% · Investor not named in sources
In short: Dr. Joy pitched in Season 2, episode 5. They walked away with a deal: 4M EGP for 60%.
Overview
Dr. Joy is a Cairo brand of healthy, dentist-formulated sweets made from real fruit with no added sugar. It is aimed at mothers whose children love sweets but suffer from tooth decay, so kids can enjoy a treat without the damage. Its range includes antibacterial sugar-free lollipops, fruit roll-ups and fruit-and-nut snack packs, and it also caters healthy birthday parties. The sweets taste so good that the sharks could not work out how they contained no sugar.
The pitch
Dr. Joy pitched its sugar-free, fruit-based sweets as the answer for mothers whose children suffer from tooth decay. The sharks tasted the products and were puzzled that something so sweet contained no sugar.
Services & products
- Sugar-free lollipopsAntibacterial lollipops with no added sugar, designed to be kind to children's teeth.
- Fruit roll-upsFruit leather made from real fruit in flavours such as mango pistachio and watermelon.
- Fruit and nut snack packsSeasonal packs of fruit and nuts as a wholesome alternative to sweets.
- Healthy birthday cateringSugar-conscious sweets and snacks for children's birthday parties.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joy?
Dr. Joy is a Cairo brand of healthy, dentist-formulated sweets made from real fruit with no added sugar. It is aimed at mothers whose children love sweets but suffer from tooth decay, so kids can enjoy a treat without the damage. Its range includes antibacterial sugar-free lollipops, fruit roll-ups and fruit-and-nut snack packs, and it also caters healthy birthday parties. The sweets taste so good that the sharks could not work out how they contained no sugar.
When did Dr. Joy appear on Shark Tank Egypt?
In Season 2, episode 5 (2023-2024).
Did Dr. Joy get a deal on Shark Tank Egypt?
Yes: 4M EGP for 60%.
What is Dr. Joy's valuation on Shark Tank Egypt?
The final deal valued Dr. Joy at 6.7M EGP.
What does Dr. Joy offer?
Sugar-free lollipops, Fruit roll-ups, Fruit and nut snack packs and Healthy birthday catering.
More questions (7)
Where is Dr. Joy based and when was it founded?
Dr. Joy is based in Cairo, Egypt.
What is Dr. Joy's website and social media?
On Instagram and LinkedIn; links are on this page.
Where can I watch Dr. Joy's pitch?
The pitch from Season 2, episode 5 is on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=T-vKEMB29qY
How much equity did Dr. Joy give up on Shark Tank Egypt?
60%.
Which episode of Shark Tank Egypt was Dr. Joy in?
Season 2, episode 5. Also in that episode: Simplex and Shelter. Details →
Which sharks did Dr. Joy pitch to?
The Season 2 panel: Ahmed El Sewedy, Mohamed Farouk, Mohamed Ismail Mansour, Abdallah Sallam, Ayman Abbas, Dina Ghabbour, Ahmed Tarek Khalil and Hend Sabry.
What sector is Dr. Joy in?
Food. 41 other Food startups pitched on the show. Details →




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