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BioLite

Brooklyn, US · 5 known investors

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BioLite sells off-grid energy products including solar-powered string lights that double as a portable USB charger, designed for camping, backyards, and other outdoor use without access to an outlet. Its products use built-in monocrystalline solar panels and rechargeable battery hubs.

Founders & leadership

JCJonathan Cedar
Jonathan CedarCEO & Co-FounderFounder at Bioliteenergy
AI
Amar InamdarNamed on SEC filing
LH
Lyndsay HandlerNamed on SEC filing
RD
Robb DahirNamed on SEC filing
DE
Derek EwaldNamed on SEC filing
MC
Matthew ChristensenNamed on SEC filing
KH
Katherine HillNamed on SEC filing

Investors · 5

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$10.9M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2024–2025

▶$4MraisedMar 2025 · 2 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Jonathan CedarExecutive Officer, Director
  • Amar InamdarDirector
  • Lyndsay HandlerDirector
  • Robb DahirExecutive Officer
  • Derek EwaldExecutive Officer
  • Matthew ChristensenDirector
  • Katherine HillDirector
Offering amount
$6M
Amount sold
$4M
First sale
Feb 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$6.5MraisedJul 2024 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Jonathan CedarExecutive Officer, Director
  • Matthew ChristensenDirector
  • Amar InamdarDirector
  • Lyndsay HandlerDirector
  • Robb DahirExecutive Officer
  • Derek EwaldExecutive Officer
  • Katherine HillDirector
Offering amount
$6.5M
Amount sold
$6.5M
First sale
Jun 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$400KraisedJul 2024 · 2 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Lyndsay HandlerDirector
  • Jonathan CedarExecutive Officer, Director
  • Robb DahirExecutive Officer
  • Derek EwaldExecutive Officer
  • Katherine HillDirector
  • Amar InamdarDirector
  • Matthew ChristensenDirector
Offering amount
$400K
Amount sold
$400K
First sale
Jun 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does BioLite do?
BioLite sells off-grid energy products including solar-powered string lights that double as a portable USB charger, designed for camping, backyards, and other outdoor use without access to an outlet. Its products use built-in monocrystalline solar panels and rechargeable battery hubs.
Who founded BioLite?
BioLite was founded by Jonathan Cedar.
Who are BioLite's investors?
BioLite's investors include Autodesk Foundation, Builders Fund, Rose Park Advisors, RRE Ventures, White Road Investments.
How much funding has BioLite raised?
BioLite has disclosed $10.9M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is BioLite headquartered?
BioLite is headquartered in Brooklyn, US.