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Nth Cycle

Burlington, US · Founded 2020 · Delaware corporation · 68 employees on LinkedIn · 8 known investors

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Critical minerals midstream refining company building modular technology to convert industrial scrap, black mass and primary feeds into refined nickel, cobalt, copper and rare earth products for Western supply chains.

Founders & leadership

Nth Cycle was founded in 2020 by Megan O'Connor, Chad D. Vecitis, PhD, and Desirée Plata, PhD.

MOMegan O'Connor
Megan O'Connorin𝕏CEO and Co-Founder30 Under 30 2019
CD
Chad D. Vecitis, PhDCo-Founder and Chief Scientist
DP
Desirée Plata, PhDCo-founder & Science Advisor
GKGabi Knesel
Gabi KneselExecutive

Board

RFRaffi Freeman
Raffi FreemaninChief Financial OfficerInvestor at Clean Energy Venture
EM
Edward MeirBoard director
JGJoseph Goodman
Joseph GoodmaninBoard directorManaging Partner at VoLo Earth Ventures
BBBrian Baynes
Brian Baynesin𝕏Board MemberCo-Founder, Midori Health / Kaleido Biosciences & Founding Pillar at Pillar VC
DGDaniel Goldman
Daniel Goldmanin𝕏Board DirectorCo-Founder and Managing Director at Clean Energy Ventures
CAColeman Adams
Coleman AdamsinChief Financial Officer2022–2025Investor at Clean Energy Venture

Investors · 8

Autodesk FoundationSan Francisco
BroadscaleNew York
Clean Energy VenturesBoston · $100K – $5M
Muus Climate PartnersNew York
VoLo Earth VenturesSnowmass Village · $2M
Clean Energy VenturereportedBoston
Equinor VenturesreportedStavanger · $1M – $70M
Pillar VCreportedBoston · $50K – $4Mvia Brian Baynes · board

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$34.3M disclosed across 5 rounds · 2020–2026

▶$5.5MraisedMay 2026 · 5 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Critical mineral refiner Nth Cycle to list on NYSE in $585m SPAC dealminingweekly.com · Jul 2026
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Raffi FreemanExecutive Officer
  • Edward MeirDirector
  • Chad D. VecitisPromoter
  • Joseph GoodmanDirector
  • Desiree PlataPromoter
  • Megan O'ConnorExecutive Officer, Director
  • Brian BaynesDirector
  • Gabi KneselExecutive Officer
  • Daniel GoldmanDirector
Offering amount
$15M
Amount sold
$5.5M
First sale
Apr 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$20MraisedApr 2023 · 12 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Desiree Louise Plata MisiaszekPromoter
  • Coleman AdamsExecutive Officer, Director
  • Megan O'ConnorExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Chad David VecitisPromoter
Offering amount
$50M
Amount sold
$20M
First sale
Apr 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$4.8MraisedDec 2021 · 13 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Chad David VecitisPromoter
  • Coleman AdamsDirector
  • Desiree Louise Plata MisiaszekPromoter
  • Megan O'ConnorExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$12.5M
Amount sold
$4.8M
First sale
Dec 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$3.2MraisedMay 2021 · 15 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Megan O'ConnorExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Chad David VecitisPromoter
  • Coleman AdamsDirector
  • Desiree Louise Plata MisiaszekPromoter
Offering amount
$3.2M
Amount sold
$3.2M
First sale
Apr 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$700KraisedNov 2020 · 9 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Megan O'ConnorExecutive Officer, Director
  • Coleman AdamsDirector
Offering amount
$900K
Amount sold
$700K
First sale
Oct 2020
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

Competitors · 5

by search overlap
Purecycle9 shared keywordsPureCycle recycles polypropylene (No. 5) plastic waste into ultra-pure recycled resin using a patented purification process that removes color, odor, and contaminants. It supplies this recycled resin to manufacturers seeking sustainable, reusable plastic feedstock.
MacroCycle7 shared keywordsMacroCycle uses a proprietary chemical process called SolvoGenesis, based on solvent systems and macrocyclic chemistry, to convert textile waste into pure polyester resin at low cost. Its products include MacroTEX, a 100% polyester made from textile waste, and MacroPACK, a virgin-grade PET resin for plastic bottles derived from end-of-life textiles.
Mycocycle7 shared keywordsBiotechnology company using lab-cultivated fungi to convert construction and industrial waste into low-carbon raw materials.
Pnecycle6 shared keywordsPrinceton NuEnergy develops proprietary closed-loop manufacturing processes for lithium-ion battery materials using low-temperature plasma-assisted separation technology. The company produces rejuvenated cathode active materials and advanced black mass for battery producers and recyclers across the United States.
CycleØ5 shared keywordsCycle0 is a vertically integrated developer, investor, builder, and operator of biomethane plants across Europe that converts waste into renewable natural gas to reduce carbon emissions. The company serves agriculture, waste, food, and water sector organizations seeking renewable energy solutions and emissions reductions.

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In the news

Battery recycling projects among DOE’s latest $500M grant funding round | Waste Divewastedive.com · Aug 2026Nth Cycle submits draft registration for SPAC merger By Investing.cominvesting.com · Aug 2026Nth Cycle & Kensington's Ambitious Refining Venture - Investors Hangoutinvestorshangout.com · Aug 2026Critical mineral refiner Nth Cycle to list on NYSE in $585m SPAC dealminingweekly.com · Jul 2026Nth Cycle Raises $44 Million to Advance Sustainability in Critical Metals - Environment+Energy Leaderenvironmentenergyleader.com · Dec 2023Nth Cycle Closes $44 Million in Series B and Non-Dilutive Financing to Scale Clean Critical Metal Refining Technologyprnewswire.com · Dec 2023Nth Cycle Raises $12.5M in Series A Funding - FinSMEsfinsmes.com · Feb 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Nth Cycle do?
Critical minerals midstream refining company building modular technology to convert industrial scrap, black mass and primary feeds into refined nickel, cobalt, copper and rare earth products for Western supply chains.
Who founded Nth Cycle?
Nth Cycle was founded by Megan O'Connor, Chad D. Vecitis, PhD, Desirée Plata, PhD in 2020.
Who are Nth Cycle's investors?
Nth Cycle's investors include Autodesk Foundation, Broadscale, Clean Energy Ventures, Muus Climate Partners, VoLo Earth Ventures, Clean Energy Venture, Equinor Ventures, Pillar VC.
How much funding has Nth Cycle raised?
Nth Cycle has disclosed $34.3M raised across 5 rounds.
Where is Nth Cycle headquartered?
Nth Cycle is headquartered in Burlington, US.