‘The UMB Pulse’ Podcast: ‘From Pharmacy School to Shark Tank: The Birth of Pricklee Cactus Water’
May 15, 2024This episode of "The UMB Pulse" podcast features an inspiring interview with Kun Yang, PharmD '15, a University of Maryland School of Pharmacy alumnus who co-founded Pricklee, a company that produces cactus water. Kun's journey took him from growing up in Canada to attending pharmacy school in Maryland, where the idea for Pricklee cactus water blossomed. He shares the challenges and triumphs of appearing on "Shark Tank," securing a business deal, and the unique benefits and production processes behind cactus water. The hosts also explore Kun's motivations, the impact of his cultural background, and his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially those from the pharmacy field or first-generation Americans. The episode concludes with a look at Pricklee's future innovations and Kun's reflections on entrepreneurship.