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PittMoss

Ambridge, US · Founded 2011 · Delaware LLC · 2 known investors

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PittMoss manufactures peat-free, soilless potting mixes and soil amendments made from recycled paper and organic cellulose fibers, aimed at gardeners, nurseries, and growers seeking reduced water and fertilizer use. The company also produces animal bedding from the same fiber-based materials.

Advanced ManufacturingAgTechCircular EconomyNew Materials

Founders & leadership

PittMoss was founded in 2011 by Mont Handley.

MHMont Handley
Mont HandleyFounder/Inventor, Member of the Board of DirectorsMont Handley is director of PittMoss, which manufactures peat-free potting mixes and soil amendments from recycled paper and organic cellulose fibers, and has launched a prior startup company.
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Brian ScottExecutive

Board

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Michael MatesicBoard director
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Matthew SchneiderBoard director
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W. Douglas TaylorBoard director
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Carl NicoliaBoard director
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David LillyBoard director
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Jeremy ShafferBoard director

Investors · 2

E8 Angelslisted by E8 Angels

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$8.9M disclosed across 7 rounds · 2015–2026

▶$260KraisedSep 2026 · 12 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Brian ScottExecutive Officer, Director
  • Mont HandleyDirector
  • Carl NicoliaDirector
  • David LillyDirector
Offering amount
$260K
Amount sold
$260K
Minimum investment
$10K
First sale
Dec 2025
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.2MraisedSep 2026 · 14 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Brian ScottExecutive Officer, Director
  • Mont HandleyDirector
  • Carl NicoliaDirector
  • David LillyDirector
Offering amount
$2.5M
Amount sold
$1.2M
First sale
Sep 2026
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$237.5KraisedDec 2025 · 13 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Carl NicoliaDirector
  • Brian ScottExecutive Officer
  • Mont HandleyDirector
  • David LillyDirector
Offering amount
$237.5K
Amount sold
$237.5K
Minimum investment
$10K
First sale
Jul 2025
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.7MraisedSep 2025 · 32 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Carl NicoliaDirector
  • Brian ScottExecutive Officer
  • David LillyDirector
  • Mont HandleyDirector
Offering amount
$1.7M
Amount sold
$1.7M
Minimum investment
$25K
First sale
Jul 2022
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$3.3MraisedJun 2022 · 54 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Brian Peter ScottExecutive Officer, Director
  • Carl R. NicoliaDirector
  • David LillyDirector
  • Mont HandleyDirector
Offering amount
$3.3M
Amount sold
$3.3M
Minimum investment
$1.5K
Finders' fees
$10.8K
First sale
Feb 2017
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.1MraisedSep 2017 · 9 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • David LillyDirector
  • Brian Peter ScottExecutive Officer, Director
  • Carl R. NicoliaDirector
  • Mont HandleyDirector
Offering amount
$1.2M
Amount sold
$1.1M
Minimum investment
$10K
Proceeds to insiders
$40K
First sale
Sep 2016
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2015
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.1MraisedFeb 2015 · 4 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Jeremy ShafferDirector
  • Michael MatesicDirector
  • Matthew SchneiderDirector
  • Mont Andre HandleyExecutive Officer, Director
  • W. Douglas TaylorDirector
Offering amount
$1.5M
Amount sold
$1.1M
Minimum investment
$100K
First sale
Feb 2015
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2011
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 PittMoss do?
PittMoss manufactures peat-free, soilless potting mixes and soil amendments made from recycled paper and organic cellulose fibers, aimed at gardeners, nurseries, and growers seeking reduced water and fertilizer use. The company also produces animal bedding from the same fiber-based materials.
Who founded PittMoss?
PittMoss was founded by Mont Handley in 2011.
Who are PittMoss's investors?
PittMoss's investors include Broad Street Angels, E8 Angels.
How much funding has PittMoss raised?
PittMoss has disclosed $8.9M raised across 7 rounds.
Where is PittMoss headquartered?
PittMoss is headquartered in Ambridge, US.