Asher Hunt

Asher Hunt is the co-founder of Bite Toothpaste Bits, a company focused on creating sustainable oral care products. Established in 2018 alongside Lindsay McCormick, Bite aims to reduce plastic waste associated with traditional toothpaste by offering toothpaste tablets packaged in refillable glass containers. This innovative approach addresses the environmental issue of over one billion toothpaste tubes ending up in landfills annually, which cannot be recycled due to their foil linings.12

Background and Career

Hunt has a background in design and engineering, which he leveraged to develop Bite's product offerings and branding. His expertise was instrumental in creating a well-designed website that contributed to the company's initial viral success.13 Before co-founding Bite, he held various roles in product design and development, including positions at Learnist and LivePerson, where he contributed to significant tech innovations.3

Shark Tank Experience

In 2020, Hunt and McCormick appeared on Shark Tank, seeking $325,000 for a 5% stake in their business. Despite not securing an investment, their appearance helped raise awareness for Bite, which has since achieved significant sales growth, reportedly generating nearly $10 million in revenue by 2020 without institutional funding.246

Current Role

As of now, Asher Hunt continues to serve as co-founder of Bite Toothpaste Bits, focusing on product design, engineering, growth, and operations. The company has expanded its product line beyond toothpaste tablets to include other eco-friendly personal care items.35

Hunt's commitment to sustainability and innovation positions him as a notable figure in the movement towards environmentally friendly consumer products.