SwimZip

SwimZip is a family-focused company that specializes in stylish and effective UPF 50+ sun protective swimwear and accessories for babies, children, and adults. It was founded in 2010 by Betsy Johnson, a skin cancer survivor, with the mission of making sun protection easy and fashionable for everyone.

Here's a breakdown of key aspects about SwimZip:

• Mission: To help families enjoy the sun safely, preventing sunburns and reducing the risk of skin cancer through high-quality, lab-tested sun-protective clothing. They aim to develop products people want to wear that are stylish, functional, and affordable.
• Key Product Feature: Their signature full-zip rash guards are designed for easy on and off. All their products are rated UPF 50+, meaning they block 98% of the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays. The protection comes from the weave of the fabric, not from added chemicals.
• Product Range: SwimZip offers a wide variety of sun protective swimwear and accessories for the entire family:
  • Babies and Kids: Long-sleeve sunsuits, rash guards (full-zip and traditional), one-piece swimsuits, swim shorts ("shorties"), and sun hats.
  • Women: A diverse range of swimwear including long-sleeve and short-sleeve full-zipper rash guards, crop tops, wrap tops, swim dresses/cover-ups, one-piece suits, swim skirts, swim shorts, swim pants, and various two-piece bikini styles (halter, scoop, one-shoulder tops, high-waisted bottoms). They offer inclusive sizing from XS to 3X.
  • Men: Rash guards, swim shirts, and swim shorts.
  • Accessories: Sun hats with wide brims and neck flaps
• Shark Tank Appearance: SwimZip gained national recognition after a successful appearance on ABC's "Shark Tank" in 2014, where they secured a $60,000 investment from Lori Greiner. This exposure significantly boosted their sales and brand growth.
• Headquarters: While specific street addresses are not always publicly listed, their operations are primarily managed from Prairie Village, Kansas, USA, with a focus on the North American market and international shipping capabilities through their e-commerce platform.
• Values: The company emphasizes innovation in sun safety, product quality, and a direct-to-consumer approach with strong customer care and education about sun protection.