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Tynt

Boulder, US · Founded 2020 · Delaware corporation · 16 employees on LinkedIn · 10 known investors

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Tynt develops a patented Reversible Metal Electrodeposition (RME) platform for dynamic dimming and smart tinting of transparent surfaces, ranging from smart eyewear to building facades. The technology enables tunable light transmission, blackout, and switchable mirror functions for adaptive hardware applications.

Founders & leadership

Tynt was founded in 2020 by Michael McGehee, Tyler Hernandez, and Michael Strand.

MM
Michael McGeheeChief Scientist
THTyler Hernandez
Tyler HernandezCo-founder · CEOTyler Hernandez is CEO and co-founder of Tynt, which develops electrodeposition technology for dynamic dimming and smart tinting of transparent surfaces including eyewear and building facades.30 Under 30 2023
MSMichael Strand
Michael StrandCo-FounderMichael Strand holds a PhD from Stanford, where he conducted research underlying Tynt's intellectual property portfolio on reversible metal electrodeposition. He brings over a decade of experience in product management, technical leadership, and go-to-market strategy to his role as co-founder of Tynt.30 Under 30 2023
AKAmeen K. Saafir
Ameen K. SaafirCEO & Co-Founder2020–2026Ameen Saafir holds an MS in Materials Science & Engineering from Stanford and brings two decades of experience structuring partnerships and securing funding for deep technology companies, including work on commercializing a university spinout from lab through signed manufacturing and distribution agreements.
JDJohn Dwyer
John DwyerCOO + CPOJohn Dwyer is Chief Operating Officer and Chief Product Officer at Tynt, which develops electrodeposition technology for dynamic dimming and smart tinting applications in eyewear and building surfaces.

Board

SPSebastian Peck
Sebastian PeckBoard directorPartner at KOMPAS VC
JWJohanna Wolfson
Johanna WolfsonBoard MemberCo-Founder and General Partner at Azolla Ventures
CC
Chris CollierBoard director

Investors · 10

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$15.3M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2021–2025

▶$2.7MraisedNov 2025 · 18 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Ameen K. SaafirExecutive Officer, Director
  • Sebastian PeckDirector
  • Johanna WolfsonDirector
  • Michael McGeheeDirector
  • Chris CollierDirector
Offering amount
$2.7M
Amount sold
$2.7M
First sale
Oct 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$7.1MraisedApr 2023 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Chris CollierDirector
  • Michael McGeheeDirector
  • Sebastian PeckDirector
  • Ameen K. SaafirExecutive Officer, Director
  • Johanna WolfsonDirector
Offering amount
$7.1M
Amount sold
$7.1M
First sale
Apr 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$5.5MraisedAug 2021 · 9 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael McGeheeDirector
  • Ameen K. SaafirExecutive Officer, Director
  • Johanna WolfsonDirector
Offering amount
$5.5M
Amount sold
$5.5M
First sale
Jul 2021
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.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Tynt do?
Tynt develops a patented Reversible Metal Electrodeposition (RME) platform for dynamic dimming and smart tinting of transparent surfaces, ranging from smart eyewear to building facades. The technology enables tunable light transmission, blackout, and switchable mirror functions for adaptive hardware applications.
Who founded Tynt?
Tynt was founded by Michael McGehee, Tyler Hernandez, Michael Strand in 2020.
Who are Tynt's investors?
Tynt's investors include Avila, Azolla Ventures, Buff Gold Ventures, KOMPAS VC, Prime Impact Fund, Disruptive Ventures, Greycroft, Inovia Capital and 2 more.
How much funding has Tynt raised?
Tynt has disclosed $15.3M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is Tynt headquartered?
Tynt is headquartered in Boulder, US.