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Reflect Orbital

Hawthorne, US · Founded 2023 · Delaware corporation · 78 employees on LinkedIn · 5 known investors

Reflect Orbital is developing satellite-based mirrors that redirect natural sunlight from space to illuminate specific areas on Earth on demand, with adjustable brightness and scheduling. Its applications include extending solar power generation hours and lighting remote areas without new ground infrastructure.

CleantechEnergySpace Tech

Founders & leadership

Reflect Orbital was founded in 2023 by Ben Nowack and Tristan Semmelhack.

BNBen Nowack
Ben NowackinCo-founder · Chief Executive Officer30 Under 30 2025
TSTristan Semmelhack
Tristan SemmelhackinCo-founder30 Under 30 2025

Board

SMShaun Maguire
Shaun Maguirein𝕏Board directorPartner at Sequoia Capital
JWJosh Wolfe
Josh Wolfein𝕏Board directorPartner and Co-Founder at Lux Capital

Investors · 5

Big Brain HoldingsLos Angeles
Lux CapitalNew York · $100K – $100M
Starship VenturesSan Francisco
Winklevoss CapitalNew York · $100K – $5M
Sequoia CapitalreportedMenlo Park · $4.4M – $214Mvia Shaun Maguire · board

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$28.7M disclosed across 1 round · 2025

▶$28.7MraisedMay 2025 · 25 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Shaun MaguireDirector
  • Josh WolfeDirector
  • Ben NowackExecutive Officer, Director
  • Tristan SemmelhackExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$28.7M
Amount sold
$28.7M
First sale
Apr 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2023
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 Reflect Orbital do?
Reflect Orbital is developing satellite-based mirrors that redirect natural sunlight from space to illuminate specific areas on Earth on demand, with adjustable brightness and scheduling. Its applications include extending solar power generation hours and lighting remote areas without new ground infrastructure.
Who founded Reflect Orbital?
Reflect Orbital was founded by Ben Nowack, Tristan Semmelhack in 2023.
Who are Reflect Orbital's investors?
Reflect Orbital's investors include Big Brain Holdings, Lux Capital, Starship Ventures, Winklevoss Capital, Sequoia Capital.
How much funding has Reflect Orbital raised?
Reflect Orbital has disclosed $28.7M raised across 1 round.
Where is Reflect Orbital headquartered?
Reflect Orbital is headquartered in Hawthorne, US.