MD Residents Land 'Shark Tank' Deal

Tiffany and Chris McCasland, co-founders of The Chair Blanket, secured a deal with investor Robert Herjavec.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Rockville entrepreneurs Tiffany and Chris McCasland, co-founders of The Chair Blanket, appeared on ABC's "Shark Tank" and landed a deal with investor Robert Herjavec. The couple pitched their "one-of-a-kind cozy blanket and windproof, waterproof chair cover in one" and ultimately left with Herjavec securing a 20% stake in their company.

Why it matters

The McCaslands' success on "Shark Tank" highlights the growing popularity of their innovative Chair Blanket product and showcases the entrepreneurial spirit of Rockville residents. Their deal with Robert Herjavec could help propel the growth of their company and further establish The Chair Blanket as a must-have outdoor accessory.

The details

Tiffany and Chris McCasland, the co-founders of The Chair Blanket, pitched their product on ABC's "Shark Tank" and asked for a $200,000 investment in exchange for a 10% stake in their company. While they did not get the exact deal they proposed, they ultimately left with investor Robert Herjavec securing a 20% stake in their business.

  • The McCaslands appeared on "Shark Tank" on Wednesday, March 5, 2026.

The players

Tiffany and Chris McCasland

The co-founders of The Chair Blanket, a Rockville-based company that produces a "one-of-a-kind cozy blanket and windproof, waterproof chair cover in one".

Robert Herjavec

An investor on ABC's "Shark Tank" who secured a 20% stake in The Chair Blanket after the McCaslands' successful pitch.

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What they’re saying

“The nerves. The adrenaline. The surreal feeling of pitching our hearts out on the biggest stage. We gave it everything we had.”

— Tiffany and Chris McCasland, Co-founders of The Chair Blanket (Instagram)

What’s next

The McCaslands will work with Robert Herjavec to further grow and expand their Chair Blanket business following their successful "Shark Tank" appearance.

The takeaway

The McCaslands' "Shark Tank" deal demonstrates the potential for innovative, locally-based entrepreneurs in Rockville to gain national attention and secure major investments to scale their businesses. Their success story could inspire other Maryland residents to pursue their own entrepreneurial dreams.