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Glass Half Full

New Orleans, US · Founded 2024 · 2 known investors

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Glass Half Full is a glass recycling operation that collects glass through residential, commercial, drop-off, and event pickups, and runs programs such as coastal restoration (ReCoast) and Mardi Gras beads recycling. It offers recycling services and related environmental initiatives.

Circular EconomyCleantechClimate TechImpact & Social Good

Founders & leadership

Glass Half Full was founded in 2024 by Maxwell Steitz and Franziska Trautmann.

MS
Maxwell SteitzCo-founder30 Under 30 2024
FTFranziska Trautmann
Franziska TrautmannCo-founder · CEO30 Under 30 2024
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Caroline CrumleyNamed on SEC filingGeneral Partner at Benson Capital

Board

PC
Patricia ChristovichBoard director

Investors · 2

Benson CapitalreportedNew Orleans

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$2.7M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2024–2026

▶$175KraisedJun 2026 · 3 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Maxwell SteitzExecutive Officer, Director
  • Patricia ChristovichDirector
  • Franziska TrautmannExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$500K
Amount sold
$175K
First sale
Jun 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$2.5MraisedApr 2024 · 11 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Caroline CrumleyDirector
  • Franziska TrautmannExecutive Officer, Director
  • Maxwell SteitzExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$2.5M
Amount sold
$2.5M
First sale
Apr 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
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 Glass Half Full do?
Glass Half Full is a glass recycling operation that collects glass through residential, commercial, drop-off, and event pickups, and runs programs such as coastal restoration (ReCoast) and Mardi Gras beads recycling. It offers recycling services and related environmental initiatives.
Who founded Glass Half Full?
Glass Half Full was founded by Maxwell Steitz, Franziska Trautmann in 2024.
Who are Glass Half Full's investors?
Glass Half Full's investors include Innovation Catalyst, Benson Capital.
How much funding has Glass Half Full raised?
Glass Half Full has disclosed $2.7M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Glass Half Full headquartered?
Glass Half Full is headquartered in New Orleans, US.