Melni Connectors Shark Tank Update

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DealNow:ThrivingTechnologySeason 6, Episode 25Twin Falls, IDby Byron Dunn, Mark Melni, and Armand EckertWebsite

What Happened to Melni Connectors After Shark Tank

Is Melni Connectors still in business? Yes — still in business and thriving.

$3M

reported annual revenue

  • Deal with Mark Cuban for $500K/12%
  • $3M annual revenue
  • Partnered with Amphenol Corporation
  • Products in automotive, military, agricultural, renewable energy

Last verified Apr 1, 2026.

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The Melni Connectors Shark Tank Pitch

Byron Dunn, Mark Melni and and Armand Eckert of Twin Falls, ID pitched Melni Connectors on Shark Tank Season 6, Episode 25, which aired Friday, April 17, 2015, asking for $500,000 for 5% of the company — a $10M valuation.

Mark Cuban agreed to invest $500,000 for 12% equity, valuing the company at $4.2M. The deal closed after the show.

Watch the Pitch

Pitch Details

Aired
S6E25Apr 17, 2015
Ask
$500,000for 5%
Ask Valuation
$10M

Deal Terms

Amount
$500,000
Equity
12%
Valuation
$4.2M
Mark CubanMark Cuban