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Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16

The article summarizes the pitches done by contestants in Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16. It explains what each startup offers, shares the sharks' feedback and advice, and reveals whether the entrepreneurs were able to close a deal.

By Chahat Sharma 22 Nov 2024

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Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16 was as exciting as always. The sharks dived deep into each startup's offer to analyze the deals carefully. Founders confidently presented their pitches and showcased their businesses with passion. All of them aimed to negotiate the best terms. Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16 featured a mix of tough negotiations, valuable advice and thrilling deals which made it an engaging experience for both entrepreneurs and viewers.

The panel of Shark Tank USA Episode 16 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

Daniel Lubetzky: Founder and executive chairman of snack company Kind LLC, a philanthropist and an author

Daymond John: Founder, President and Chief executive officer of FUBU

Contestant No. 01 of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16: Funky Mello

Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16 kicked off with the wholesome pitch of Delisa and Zach Harper, Founders of Funky Mello.

Company Name	Funky Mello
Founder	Delisa and Zach Harper
Seeking	$50K for 15% equity
Valuation	Not Disclosed
Profitability	No
Sales	$100K
Final Deal	$50K for 15% equity
Shark on Board	Daymond John

What does Funky Mello do?

Funky Mello is a brand that offers plant-based whipped dessert dips and marshmallow crèmes. Their product is made with clean and sustainably sourced ingredients. Funky Mello creates healthy and allergen-friendly alternatives to traditional sweets. Their products are vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, nut-free, non-GMO and gelatin-free which makes them suitable for a variety of dietary needs. Funky Mello’s offerings are designed to be both delicious and nutritious. They are perfect for use as fruit dips, coffee creamers or waffle toppings.

Contestant No. 02 of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16: Mella Pet Care

The next pitch in line for Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16 was presented by Anya Babbitt, Founder of Mella Pet Care, along with co-founder and COO Ben Seidman and Chief of Staff Daniella Morgan-Pascualvaca.

Company Name	Mella Pet Care
Founder	Anya Babbitt
Seeking	$250K for 2.5% equity
Valuation	$10 Million
Profitability	Not Disclosed
Sales	$16oK
Final Deal	$250K for 6%
Shark on Board	Mark Cuban

What does Mella Pet Care do?

Mella Pet Care is a Chicago-based company. The company creates innovative pet health products and technology for both veterinarians and pet owners. Their range of non-invasive tools includes the Mella Home thermometer, a body fat analyzer, a chip reader, a pulse oximeter and the Biggie Body Condition Scale. These products are designed to help monitor pets' vital signs, track their recovery, combat obesity and support overall health and longevity. Mella Pet Care’s products are easy to use, accurate, clinically tested and vet-approved. It offers a fear-free experience for pets while integrating with veterinary care.

Contestant No. 03 of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16: Da Vinci Eye

The next pitch in line for Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16 was presented by Samuel Gherman, Founder of Da Vinci Eye.

Company Name	Da Vinci Eye
Founder	Samuel Gherman
Seeking	$50K for 10% equity
Valuation	$7 Million
Profitability	Not disclosed
Sales	$1.1 Million Net
Final Deal	No Deal
Shark on Board	No Shark

What does Da Vinci Eye do?

Da Vinci Eye is an augmented reality (AR) app. The app is designed for artists to project digital images onto physical surfaces for tracing and creating artwork. It allows users to trace images to improve their drawing skills, create large-scale murals, transfer lettering onto fabric or cookies, compare colours and shades and zoom in to add fine details. Da Vinci Eye is available on iOS, visionOS and Android. The app is perfect for a variety of artists, including bakers, cartoonists, tattoo artists, illustrators, hobbyists and more. Da Vinci Eye also offers drawing tools, lessons, daily prompts, a supportive community and video tutorials to help users improve their craft.

Contestant No. 04 of Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16: Fila Manila

The next and final pitch in line for Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16 was presented by Jake Deleon, Founder of Fila Manila.

Company Name	Fila Manila
Founder	Jake Deleon
Seeking	$250K for 5% equity
Valuation	$5 Million
Profitability	Not disclosed
Sales	$400K
Final Deal	$250K for 20% stakes with an option to return 5% if sales benchmarks are achieved
Shark on Board	Daniel Lubetzky

What does Fila Manila do?

Fila Manila offers authentic Filipino-inspired sauces, spreads and condiments. Their product range includes adobo sauce, kare-kare sauce, simmer sauces, Isla sauce, banana ketchup and creamy spreads like ube. Fila Manila's products are award-winning, gluten-free and vegan. Their products are available nationwide(USA) both online and in stores such as Target, Whole Foods Market and Sprouts. Fila Manila aims to bring the flavours of Filipino cuisine to the Asian-American community. Fila Manila products can be used in a variety of recipes, including chicken adobo, chilled peanut noodles, Filipino peanut wings and adobo tacos.

Conclusion: Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16

Shark Tank USA Season 15 Episode 16 was an incredible ride. 3 out of 4 startups secured the funding and partnerships they were seeking, while one walked away with valuable advice to help grow their business. Each founder received expert guidance from the Sharks, which will offer crucial support to unlock their startup’s potential. The episode showcased how the show provides not only investment but also mentorship and fosters innovation which helps businesses succeed in a competitive market.