Midland to Shark Tank: How Trevor Szafranski Landed a Deal and Is Changing Education | #90

Thousands of people cried watching this Shark Tank pitch. Logan sits down with Trevor Szafranski, founder of R1SE: Education & Recreation, to discuss his incredible journey from public school teacher to Shark Tank entrepreneur. Trevor shares the behind-the-scenes story of getting the call from ABC, stepping into the Tank, receiving praise from all five sharks, and ultimately landing a deal with Barbara Corcoran. But this episode is about much more than television. Trevor explains how R1SE is helping students build confidence, supporting overwhelmed parents, and creating environments where kids can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. In this episode: -The Shark Tank audition and filming process -What happened that didn't make it on TV -Why Barbara Corcoran was Trevor's first choice -How R1SE is transforming before and after-school care -The emotional response from families across America -The future of franchising R1SE nationwide -Supporting students beyond academics -Building a mission-driven business -Balancing affordability with growth -And what's next after Shark Tank This is an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, education, and creating something that truly changes lives. Stay Connected with Us! Please like, share, and subscribe to the #TalkMidland Podcast to stay updated on future episodes and help spread the word about the amazing people and programs in Midland, Michigan. Follow #TalkMidland on social media for the latest updates and episodes: @TALKMIDLAND Join the conversation and be part of the Midland, Michigan community! #TalkMidland