Protein2O
Chicago, US · Founded 2013 · Delaware corporation
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Protein2o produces protein-infused water drinks that combine whey protein isolate with electrolytes for hydration, marketed as a low-calorie post-workout and daily protein option. It targets athletes and fitness-focused consumers seeking muscle recovery and protein intake without high sugar.
Founders & leadership
Protein2O was founded in 2013 by Bob Kral.
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Bob KralFounder · President & CEOBob Kral is founder and CEO of Protein2o, which produces protein-infused water combining whey protein isolate with electrolytes for post-workout recovery. He spent 27 years in operations and merchandising roles at Walgreens and GNC before launching Protein2o in 2013.
Board
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Greg CarstensenBoard director
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Scott KeplingerBoard director
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Joseph SuheyBoard director
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David A. BaumBoard director
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$4.7M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2016–2017
▶$4.3MraisedMar 2018 · 12 investors · OtherRule 506(b)
▶$4.3MraisedMar 2018 · 12 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Greg CarstensenDirector
- Matthew SuheyDirector
- Robert M. KralExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Scott KeplingerDirector
- Robert E. KralExecutive Officer
- Offering amount
- $4.3M
- Amount sold
- $4.3M
- Sales commissions
- $200K
- Placement agents
- City Capital Advisors, LLC
- First sale
- Aug 2017
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
▶$475KraisedApr 2016 · 5 investors · OtherRule 506(b)
▶$475KraisedApr 2016 · 5 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Greg CarstensenDirector
- Robert M. KralExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Scott KeplingerDirector
- Joseph SuheyDirector
- David A. BaumDirector
- Offering amount
- $1.8M
- Amount sold
- $475K
- First sale
- Apr 2016
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2013
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
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 Protein2O do?
- Protein2o produces protein-infused water drinks that combine whey protein isolate with electrolytes for hydration, marketed as a low-calorie post-workout and daily protein option. It targets athletes and fitness-focused consumers seeking muscle recovery and protein intake without high sugar.
- Who founded Protein2O?
- Protein2O was founded by Bob Kral in 2013.
- How much funding has Protein2O raised?
- Protein2O has disclosed $4.7M raised across 2 rounds.
- Where is Protein2O headquartered?
- Protein2O is headquartered in Chicago, US.


