Season 3, episode 7
ZINK
زينك
Zink Print is a print-on-demand platform that lets young people, content creators, online store owners and graphic designers launch their own printed-merchandise brands without upfront capital.
Watch the pitchThe founders asked
5M EGP
for 20% · valuation 25M EGP
The deal
5M EGP
for 50% · Investor not named in sources
In short: ZINK pitched in Season 3, episode 7. The founders asked for 5M EGP for 20%, valuing the company at 25M EGP. They walked away with a deal: 5M EGP for 50%.
Overview
Zink Print is a print-on-demand platform that lets young people, content creators, online store owners and graphic designers launch their own printed-merchandise brands without upfront capital. Sellers upload their designs while Zink handles production and shipping, so they can focus on design and marketing; it reportedly has more than 130 sellers and has shipped over 20,000 orders. Co-founders Mohamed Dargham and Amr Salama pitched it as a way for small brands in Egypt and the Middle East to grow and compete with global players, asking for EGP 5 million for 20%, though Mohamed Farouk said he did not see how he could help.
The pitch
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Frequently asked questions
What is ZINK?
Zink Print is a print-on-demand platform that lets young people, content creators, online store owners and graphic designers launch their own printed-merchandise brands without upfront capital. Sellers upload their designs while Zink handles production and shipping, so they can focus on design and marketing; it reportedly has more than 130 sellers and has shipped over 20,000 orders. Co-founders Mohamed Dargham and Amr Salama pitched it as a way for small brands in Egypt and the Middle East to grow and compete with global players, asking for EGP 5 million for 20%, though Mohamed Farouk said he did not see how he could help.
Who founded ZINK?
ZINK was founded by Mohamed Dargham and Amr Salama, who pitched it on Shark Tank Egypt.
When did ZINK appear on Shark Tank Egypt?
In Season 3, episode 7 (2024-2025).
How much did ZINK ask for on Shark Tank Egypt?
5M EGP for 20%, valuing the company at 25M EGP.
Did ZINK get a deal on Shark Tank Egypt?
Yes: 5M EGP for 50%.
More questions (8)
What is ZINK's valuation on Shark Tank Egypt?
The final deal valued ZINK at 10M EGP, against 25M EGP in the founders' ask.
What is ZINK's website and social media?
Website: zinkprint.co. On Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp; links are on this page.
Where can I watch ZINK's pitch?
The pitch from Season 3, episode 7 is on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=NgSVuVR98jU
How much equity did ZINK give up on Shark Tank Egypt?
50%, against the 20% offered in the pitch.
Did ZINK get what it asked for on Shark Tank Egypt?
It asked for 5M EGP for 20% and closed at 5M EGP for 50%, so the valuation went from 25M EGP to 10M EGP.
Which episode of Shark Tank Egypt was ZINK in?
Season 3, episode 7. Also in that episode: Damj and Sadu Designs. Details →
Which sharks did ZINK pitch to?
The Season 3 panel: Ahmed El Sewedy, Mohamed Farouk, Mohamed Ismail Mansour, Abdallah Sallam, Ayman Abbas, Dina Ghabbour, Ahmed Tarek Khalil, Yasseen Mansour, Mona Ataya and Noor Sweid.
What sector is ZINK in?
Retail. 11 other Retail startups pitched on the show. Details →
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