Rumi Spice, a Shark Tank alum, continues to thrive by sourcing premium saffron from Afghan farmers. As of the latest reports, Rumi Spice’s net worth is estimated at $10 million.

The company received an investment of $250,000 to 15% equity from Mark Cuban. It has also secured additional funding through successful crowdfunding campaigns. Rumi Spice remains committed to empowering Afghan women and farmers, establishing partnerships with more than 300 farmers.

Their ongoing expansion into spice blends and international markets marks significant milestones in the business’s growth journey.

Rumi Spice Net Worth

Net worth$10 million (2024)
Annual Sales Revenue$5 million (2024)
Lifetime salesNot available
InvestorMark Cuban
FoundersEmily Miller, Kim Jung, and Keith Alaniz
Employees<25

Rumi Spice Pitch on Shark Tank

Company nameRumi Spice
ProductA company that ethically sources sustainable saffron and other spices from Afghanistan
EpisodeSeason 08 Episode 23
FoundersEmily Miller, Kim Jung, and Keith Alaniz
Asked for$250,000 for 5% equity
Final deal$250,000 for 15% equity
Shark Mark Cuban
LocationChicago, Illinois 

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Rumi Spice Founders

Emily Miller, Kim Jung, and Keith Alaniz founded Rumi Spice in 2014. Emily and Keith are former Army veterans. While serving in Afghanistan, they met Keith, an engineering officer stationed there. Three of them were inspired by local saffron cultivation in Afghanistan, leading them to start Rumi Spice. Rumi Spice’s founders, Emily Miller, Kim Jung, and Keith Alaniz have a net worth of 13.5 million as of 2024.

Key accomplishments

YearAccomplishment
2017 Rumi Spice got featured on Shark Tank and secured a deal.
2018Rumi Spice secured a $2.5 million venture capital investment from two investors.
2023From begging until date, Rumi Spice has created job opportunities for over 4,000 women, launched a variety of new products, and collaborated with various companies, chefs, and Michelin-rated restaurants.

Conclusion

From their beginnings on Shark Tank to their current status as a thriving business, they have proven that with the right idea and execution, anything is possible. We can’t wait to see the future for Rumi Spice and its continued success.

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