A Pella native who is working as an entrepreneur made a pitch on National TV for investment in a concept she’s developed. 

Sierra Smith is the co-founder of Zorpads, a patent-pending product with the goal of eliminating odors in shoes of all ages and sizes. Smith and co-founder Taylor Wiegele made a pitch on ABC’s Shark Tank on the show that aired Sunday. Lori Greiner and Charles Barkley agreed to support and invest in the project on the show.

 Smith’s parents still live in Pella. Click here to learn more about Zorpads.