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X-energy

Rockville, US · Founded 2022 · 1,749 employees on LinkedIn · 13 known investors

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X-energy develops advanced nuclear energy technology, including small modular high-temperature gas reactors and TRISO fuel. Its reactors are designed to supply electricity and high-temperature steam for utilities and energy-intensive heavy industry.

Founders & leadership

X-energy was founded in 2022 by Kamal Ghaffarian.

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Kamal GhaffarianChairman of the Board
CLCarter Lawson
Carter LawsonGeneral CounselSecretary at X-Energy Website
JCJ. Clay Sell
J. Clay SellChief Executive OfficerJ. Clay Sell holds a law degree from the University of Texas and an accounting degree from Texas Tech University. He spent 14 years in U.S. government roles including Deputy Secretary of Energy from 2005 to 2008 and White House positions under President George W. Bush, and subsequently led the renewable energy subsidiary of Hunt Consolidated before becoming CEO of X-Energy in 2019.
LGLaura Garcia
Laura GarciaChief Accounting OfficerTreasurer at X-Energy Website
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Steven MillerExecutive Vice President
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Kam GhaffarianFounder

Board

ESEdward Sonnenschein
Edward SonnenscheinMember Board Of DirectorsInvestor at IBX
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Daniel GrossBoard director
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James HamiltonBoard director
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Gregory GoffBoard director
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Kathleen HyleBoard director
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Christopher GintherBoard director

Investors · 13

Citadel Global EquitiesreportedMiami

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$22.8M disclosed across 1 round · 2025

▶$22.8MraisedJul 2025 · 74 investors · Other Energy
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Carter LawsonExecutive Officer
  • J. Clay SellDirector, Executive Officer
  • Gregory GoffDirector
  • Kamal GhaffarianDirector
  • Edward SonnenscheinDirector
  • Daniel GrossDirector
  • Kathleen HyleDirector
  • Christopher GintherDirector
  • Laura GarciaExecutive Officer
  • Michael WallaceDirector
  • Steven MillerExecutive Officer
  • James HamiltonDirector
  • Allyson SatinDirector
  • David KaplanDirector
Amount sold
$22.8M
Minimum investment
$1
First sale
Jun 2025
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2022
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

2 people who came through X-energy went on to found or lead other companies.

Frequently asked questions

What does X-energy do?
X-energy develops advanced nuclear energy technology, including small modular high-temperature gas reactors and TRISO fuel. Its reactors are designed to supply electricity and high-temperature steam for utilities and energy-intensive heavy industry.
Who founded X-energy?
X-energy was founded by Kamal Ghaffarian in 2022.
Who are X-energy's investors?
X-energy's investors include Alumni Ventures, G Squared, Green Sands Equity, Gula Tech Adventures, IBX, Industrious Ventures, Litquidity Ventures, Stack Capital and 5 more.
How much funding has X-energy raised?
X-energy has disclosed $22.8M raised across 1 round.
Where is X-energy headquartered?
X-energy is headquartered in Rockville, US.