Cygnet Holdings LLC

The Cygnet Group is developing a breakthrough ultra-high-performance polymer, Cygnon™, as a sustainable alternative to fluoropolymer 'forever chemicals.'

  • Stage Prototype Ready
  • Industry Clean Technology
  • Location Savage, MN, USA
  • Currency USD
  • Founded August 2025
  • Employees 3
  • Incorporation Type LLC
  • Website cygnetholdingsllc.com

Company Summary

Cygnet Holdings leads an advanced materials group developing Cygnon™, a highly phenylated polyphenylene combining high-temperature and chemical stability with solution processability. Pre-revenue and pre-operational, Cygnet builds on doctoral research demonstrating the material. Next steps: re-establish production, generate samples, validate applications and customers, strengthen IP and begin scale-up toward responsible domestic manufacturing.

Team

  • Founder & President

    Brad is a doctor of materials science and engineering specializing in polymer and process chemistry, and originator of the process technology enabling Cygnon™. A multiple-award-winning researcher, he won at both collegiate and university-wide levels in Iowa State’s College-by-College Pitch-Off. His experience spans polymer synthesis and characterization, reaction kinetics, process development, scale-up, IP development, and R&D leadership.

  • Chair, Board of Managers

    Brian provides leadership and oversight with respect to the Cygnet Group’s governance, strategic direction, and corporate development. He maintains the Group's financial records and brings prior exposure to financial regulations and best practices from his time at Wells Fargo. Brian further serves as the Group's legal liaison, coordinating with outside counsel on compliance and securities-related matters.

  • Manager, Board of Managers

    Scott manages the Cygnet Group's technological platforms and ensures the safety and privacy of the data the board generates, consumes, and shares. His security focus helps the company protect sensitive assets and operate with confidence across its digital infrastructure, with over a decade of experience in information technology at companies like Newton Software, Concentrix, EverBright, and Zebraworks.

  • Manager, Board of Managers

    Eleke provides essential guidance on business best practices and strategic decision-making, helping the team interpret market signals and translate them into concrete actions. He brings deep executive leadership experience in operations and strategy from his time at TMC Transportation, Ruan Transportation, and United Strategies. He's served on numerous boards, including as Chair of the MBA Executive Advisory Council at Iowa State University.

Advisors

  • Chris Cornelius, PhD
    Unconfirmed
    Brett VanVeller, PhD
    Unconfirmed
    Nigel Reuel, PhD
    Unconfirmed

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