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Purecycle

Jacksonville, US · Founded 2020 · 2 known investors

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PureCycle 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.

Founders & leadership

Purecycle was founded in 2020 by Michael Otworth.

MOMichael Otworth
Michael OtworthFounder
JVJaime Vasquez
Jaime VasquezChief Financial Officer2024–2026
BKBrad Kalter
Brad KalterGeneral Counsel and Corporate Secretary
DODustin Olson
Dustin OlsonChief Executive OfficerDustin Olson holds degrees in chemical engineering from the University of Missouri-Rolla and University of Houston, and an MBA from Rice University. He brings industry experience in refining, olefins, and specialty chemicals across engineering, operations, maintenance, planning, and commercial management roles, including international project work.
MT
Melissa TrednickCorporate Controller
LS
Lawrence SommaExecutive
SF
Stephen F. BouckNamed on SEC filing
DB
David BrennerNamed on SEC filing
TG
Timothy GlocknerNamed on SEC filing

Board

JF
Jeffrey FielerBoard director
JS
John ScottBoard director
SB
Steven BouckBoard director

Investors · 2

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$340M disclosed across 2 of 3 rounds · 2022–2024

▶$90MraisedSep 2024 · 7 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Steven BouckDirector
  • Daniel CoombsDirector
  • Allen JacobyDirector
  • Fernando MusaDirector
  • Jeffrey FielerDirector
  • Jaime VasquezExecutive Officer
  • Brad KalterExecutive Officer
  • Tanya BurnellDirector
  • Dustin OlsonExecutive Officer, Director
  • Melissa TrednickExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$90M
Amount sold
$90M
First sale
Sep 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶Undisclosed amountofferedMay 2024 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Steven BouckDirector
  • Jaime VasquezExecutive Officer
  • Tanya BurnellDirector
  • Daniel CoombsDirector
  • Fernando MusaDirector
  • Jeffrey FielerDirector
  • Allen JacobyExecutive Officer
  • Melissa TrednickExecutive Officer
  • Brad KalterExecutive Officer
  • Dustin OlsonExecutive Officer, Director
First sale
May 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$250MraisedMar 2022 · 25 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Fernando MusaDirector
  • Stephen F. BouckDirector
  • Brad KalterExecutive Officer
  • Dustin OlsonExecutive Officer
  • John ScottDirector
  • David BrennerExecutive Officer
  • Jeffrey FielerDirector
  • Michael OtworthExecutive Officer, Director
  • Timothy GlocknerDirector
  • Tanya BurnellDirector
  • Lawrence SommaExecutive Officer
  • Allen W. JacobyDirector
Offering amount
$250M
Amount sold
$250M
First sale
Mar 2022
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.

Frequently asked questions

What does Purecycle do?
PureCycle 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.
Who founded Purecycle?
Purecycle was founded by Michael Otworth in 2020.
Who are Purecycle's investors?
Purecycle's investors include BMW i Ventures, Innventure.
How much funding has Purecycle raised?
Purecycle has disclosed $340M raised across 2 of its 3 known rounds.
Where is Purecycle headquartered?
Purecycle is headquartered in Jacksonville, US.