Overview

• Heinz Schlechtingen, 98, became the show’s oldest participant and used a rehearsed cane-drop bluff to highlight the problem of falling mobility aids.
• Steets is an attachable support that deploys small feet with one hand to keep canes and crutches upright, with patent protection claimed since 2022.
• Founders Phil Janßen, Thorben Engel and Philipp Battisti opened at €300,000 for 15% despite reporting about €60,000 in prior revenue.
• Investor Frank Thelen insisted on 25% for the same sum and won the on-screen deal after other Lions voiced concerns over the valuation.
• The team plans to use the broadcast exposure to grow sales across Germany and prepare for international expansion.