Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 05

Shark Tank USA Season 15, Episode 05 had a thrilling Halloween theme. The Halloween special episode of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 05 showcased a diverse range of startups centered around excitement, fear and the spooky season represented by passionate entrepreneurs. The episode offered a captivating blend of innovative and ghostly business ideas. As always, the Sharks posed tough questions to test the entrepreneurs' business models and push them to defend their visions. Alongside their analysis, the Sharks provided invaluable insights and guided the entrepreneurs in refining their strategies and accelerating the growth of their ventures.

The panel of Sharks for Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 05 includes:

Mark Cuban:  Owner of Dallas Mavericks and the author of How to Win at the Sport of Business 

Lori Greiner: Known for the QVC show Clever & Unique Creations 

Kevin O'Leary: Founder of O'Leary Ventures

Barbara Corcoran: An investor, syndicated columnist, television personality and founder of The Corcoran Group.

Jason Blum (Guest Judge): Founder of Blum Production

Contestant No. 01 of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 05:

Shark Tank Season 15 Episode 05 kicked off with the pitch of Guy Kitchell, Founders of Thrill Builders. 

What does Thrill Builders do?

Thrill Builders designs and creates custom attractions like Escape Rooms, Laser Tag, Haunted Houses, Mini Golf and more. They specialize in making fun, easy-to-run games that are highly profitable. They also craft immersive themed environments and displays for various settings, whether it's a Family Entertainment Center or a custom photo-op. Their large workshop allows them to build anything needed for a unique and exciting experience.

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Contestant No. 02 of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 05: I Love Chamoy

The next pitch in line for Shark Tank Season 15 Episode 05 was presented by Annie Leal, Founders of I Love Chamoy.

What does I Love Chamoy do?

I Love Chamoy makes sugar-free, vegan and gluten-free Mexican sauces that are sweet, tangy and spicy. Their sauces are perfect for adding flavour to fruits, vegetables, aguas frescas and seltzers. The company is the first to offer sugar-free versions of traditional Mexican candy flavours, with no sugar, carbs or calories and no artificial dyes. Their products also have 40-80% less sodium than other chamoy brands as they use monk fruit as a natural sweetener.

Contestant No. 03 of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 05: Maniac Pumpkin Carvers

The next pitch in line for Shark Tank Season 15 Episode 05 was presented by Marc Evan and Chris Soria, Founder of Maniac Pumpkin Carvers.

What does Maniac Pumpkin Carvers do?

Maniac Pumpkin Carvers is a New York-based creative studio. The company specializes in pumpkin carving and offers custom designs, portraits and live carving events. They also create digital assets for brands and networks. Outside of pumpkin season, they carve other fruits, vegetables and gourds like watermelons, squashes and potatoes.

Contestant No. 04 of Shark Tank USA S15 Ep05:

The next and final pitch in line for Shark Tank Season 15 Episode 05 was presented by Mike Huberty and Allison Jornlin, Founder of American Ghost Walks.

What does do?

American Ghost Walks offers ghost tours across the U.S., including locations in California, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, Puerto Rico and Wisconsin. Their tours are fun and engaging. The tours are led by expert guides who share true stories of local paranormal activity. They also publish books about local legends and eerie events, including titles like Ghosts of Lake Geneva, The Original Chicago Hauntings Companion and Ghosts of Lincoln Park.

Conclusion

Episode 05 of Season 15 of Shark Tank USA was a Halloween special. It featured startups focused on thrilling and spooky themes. 1 out of the 4 startups secured the funding and partnerships they wanted, while the others gained valuable advice and insights from the Sharks to help improve their businesses. Shark Tank isn't just about raising money, it's also about connecting entrepreneurs with experienced mentors who offer both investment and guidance. The show highlights innovative ideas and helps startups grow their customer base and succeed in a competitive market.