Who founded e2Companies?

e2Companies was founded by Jeanne Richmond, James Richmond in 2022.

Who are e2Companies's investors?

e2Companies's investors include The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM).

How much funding has e2Companies raised?

e2Companies has disclosed $61.2M raised across 1 round.

Where is e2Companies headquartered?

e2Companies is headquartered in Bonita Springs, US.

e2Companies

Bonita Springs, US · Founded 2022 · Florida LLC · 1 known investors

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e2Companies provides Virtual Utility, combining on-site power generation and battery storage hardware (the R3Di system) with AI-powered software and Grove365 monitoring to deliver reliable, cost-effective power. It serves mid-sized to large organizations using at least 1 megawatt of power that require continuous, uninterruptible energy for critical operations.

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Founders & leadership

e2Companies was founded in 2022 by Jeanne Richmond and James Richmond.

Jeanne Richmond Co-founder · PrincipalJeanne Richmond is co-manager at e2Companies, which provides Virtual Utility solutions combining on-site power generation, battery storage, and AI-powered software for organizations requiring reliable, cost-effective energy. She is also co-owner of Iepreneuer Consulting, where she works in interior design, design build, and restaurant consulting.

James Richmond Co-founder · CEOJames Richmond is co-manager of e2Companies, which provides on-site power generation and battery storage systems with AI-powered monitoring software for large organizations requiring continuous energy. He previously held a Chief Disruptive Officer role at IePreneuer Consulting focused on M&A, strategy, and product development, with background in manufacturing process improvement.

Investors · 1

The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM)listed by The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM)New York

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$61.2M disclosed across 1 round · 2022

▶$61.2MraisedMay 2025 · 960 investors · Other Energy

Rule 506(b)

Officers, directors & promoters on the filing

Jeanne RichmondExecutive Officer
James RichmondExecutive Officer

Offering amount: $75M
Amount sold: $61.2M
Minimum investment: $25K
Sales commissions: $7.5M
Proceeds to insiders: $17.5M
Placement agents: Creative One Securities, LLC, Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC, Emerson Equity LLC, Arete Wealth Management, LLC, Great Point Capital LLC, Infinity Financial Services, Moloney Securities Co., Inc., NI Advisors, Realta Equities, Inc., Vestech Securities, Inc.
First sale: May 2022
Incorporated: Limited Liability Company, Florida, 2022
Federal exemptions: 06b

Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does e2Companies do?: e2Companies provides Virtual Utility, combining on-site power generation and battery storage hardware (the R3Di system) with AI-powered software and Grove365 monitoring to deliver reliable, cost-effective power. It serves mid-sized to large organizations using at least 1 megawatt of power that require continuous, uninterruptible energy for critical operations.
Who founded e2Companies?: e2Companies was founded by Jeanne Richmond, James Richmond in 2022.
Who are e2Companies's investors?: e2Companies's investors include The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM).
How much funding has e2Companies raised?: e2Companies has disclosed $61.2M raised across 1 round.
Where is e2Companies headquartered?: e2Companies is headquartered in Bonita Springs, US.