LIS Technologies

Oak Ridge, TN, USA Energy Private

LIS Technologies Inc. is a U.S. developer of patented laser-based uranium enrichment technology headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The company commercializes the CRISLA (Condensation Repulsion Isotope Selective Laser Activation) process, a molecular laser isotope separation method that uses infrared lasers to selectively excite UF6 isotopologues for separation, producing both low-enriched uranium (LEU) and high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU). LIS Technologies positions itself as the only USA-origin and patented laser uranium enrichment company. In 2024 it was selected by the U.S. Department of Energy as one of six awardees in the LEU Enrichment Acquisition Program, sharing in a contract pool of up to $3.4 billion over 10 years, and in January 2026 it announced plans to invest more than $1.38 billion to build a commercial laser uranium enrichment facility on the historic K-25 site in Oak Ridge, creating roughly 203 jobs.

Overview

Company data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.

Founded

2023

Employees

27–29

Total Funding

$69.98M

5 rounds

Funding

Total raised $69.98M across 5 rounds

Funding data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.

Last updated 06-25-2026

Latest Round

Type

Growth (5th announced round)

Date

March 31, 2026

Amount

$7.1M

Valuation

DateRoundAmount RaisedValuationLead Investors
March 31, 2026 Growth (5th announced round) $7.1M
October 1, 2025 Series B / Growth (4th announced round) $17M
January 1, 2025 Series B / Late-stage growth $12M

Leadership

  • Christo Liebenberg

    Co-Founder, President & CEO

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  • Jeff Eerkens

    Co-Founder & Chief Technical Officer

  • Jeffrey Binder

    Technical Nuclear Advisor

  • Randy Beatty

    Director, Regulatory Affairs

  • Daniel Hartman

    Project Manager

  • Kirk D. Rector

    Senior Technical Leader

Competitors

Competitor list is illustrative and may be incomplete, stale, or erroneous.

  • Centrus Energy

    U.S. publicly traded uranium enricher (NYSE American: LEU) commercializing AC100 gas centrifuge technology for LEU and HALEU at Piketon, Ohio; a $900M DOE task order in early 2026 cements its lead in U.S. enrichment.

  • Global Laser Enrichment (GLE)

    Wilmington, NC joint venture (Silex 51% / Cameco 49%) commercializing the SILEX laser enrichment process; LIS Technologies' closest direct laser-enrichment competitor.

  • Silex Systems

    Australian-listed (ASX: SLX) developer and majority owner of the SILEX laser enrichment IP licensed to GLE; the only other operating laser-enrichment platform.

  • Urenco

    European centrifuge-enrichment incumbent operating ~10M SWU/year across the UK, Netherlands, Germany and a New Mexico plant authorized for up to 10% enrichment.

  • General Matter

    U.S. HALEU-focused enrichment startup also selected under the DOE LEU Acquisition Program, competing for the same emerging advanced reactor fuel market.

  • Orano USA

    U.S. subsidiary of France's Orano, a global nuclear fuel cycle company building new domestic enrichment capacity and selected under the DOE LEU Acquisition Program.

LIS Technologies Investment FAQ

Public status and buying access

No. LIS Technologies is a private company and does not have a public stock ticker or trade on a public stock exchange. Its shares are generally held by founders, employees, investors, and other private shareholders. Buyers and sellers may be able to transact in LIS Technologies shares through private secondary transactions, but any transaction depends on share availability, buyer and seller agreement, transfer restrictions, company approval rights, and any applicable right of first refusal. There is no guarantee that LIS Technologies will complete an IPO or other liquidity event.

Yes, it is sometimes possible to buy LIS Technologies shares pre-IPO through private secondary transactions. This depends on finding a willing seller, company approval, and satisfying any transfer restrictions or rights of first refusal.

Buyers interested in buying LIS Technologies shares on the secondary market typically do so through SetterVC and other secondary-market platforms, subject to eligibility requirements, share availability, transfer restrictions, and issuer approval. Buyers may need to satisfy sophistication, accreditation, institutional, platform, regulatory, or other eligibility requirements before participating. Once eligible, buyers may be able to view listings, make bids, and work with a licensed broker through the transaction process. Buyers should ensure they have appropriate legal and financial advisors guiding them before completing any transaction.

Valuation and funding

LIS Technologies's latest disclosed funding round was a Growth (5th announced round) round in March 31, 2026. The round raised approximately $7.1M. Primary funding rounds are different from secondary transactions: in a primary round, capital goes to the company, while in a secondary transaction, investors buy existing shares from current shareholders. Funding-round data reflects publicly reported or collected information and may be incomplete.

LIS Technologies has raised approximately $69.98M in disclosed funding across 5 rounds. These figures reflect primary capital raised by the company and do not include every possible secondary transaction, undisclosed round, debt facility, or private transfer. Reported funding totals can change as new rounds are announced or older round details are corrected. Eligible users can use SetterVC to track LIS Technologies's funding history alongside private-market activity where available.

LIS Technologies's disclosed investors include 28 Ventures Fund. Investor lists are based on public reporting, company announcements, and collected funding-round data, and may be incomplete. Participation in a prior funding round does not mean those investors are currently buying or selling shares. On SetterVC, eligible users can review LIS Technologies's funding history, valuation history, and private-market activity alongside other venture-backed companies.

Market context

LIS Technologies's most-cited competitors include Centrus Energy, Global Laser Enrichment (GLE), Silex Systems, Urenco, General Matter and Orano USA. Investors often compare these companies by sector, product focus, valuation, funding raised, growth signals, investor base, and private-market activity.

Secondary-market demand for LIS Technologies shares can be affected by company performance, revenue growth, profitability, funding history, valuation, investor interest, sector momentum, public-market conditions, expected timing of a liquidity event, and the availability of shares for sale. Demand can also be affected by transfer restrictions, company approval rights, right of first refusal processes, limited information, and the price expectations of buyers and sellers. Strong demand does not guarantee strong pricing, liquidity, or investment returns. Weak demand does not necessarily reflect the company's long-term prospects. Demand signals should not be treated as a recommendation or prediction of investment performance. Buyers and sellers should treat demand signals as informational and conduct their own diligence before transacting.

Selling and transaction mechanics

Sellers often rely on intermediaries and platforms, such as SetterVC and other secondary-market platforms, to identify potential buyers. The exact process varies by company and transaction, but sellers often begin by confirming their ownership, desired price, transferability, and any company approval or notice requirements. If the seller agrees with a buyer on acceptable price and terms, the company may need to be notified through a share transfer notice or similar process. If a right of first refusal, company approval right, or other transfer restriction applies, the seller may need to wait until that process is completed. The parties may then execute a purchase and sale agreement, complete required transfer documentation, and close if all required conditions are satisfied. Sellers should always seek proper legal and financial advice before completing the transaction.

Yes, current and former LIS Technologies employees, early investors, and other existing shareholders may be able to sell vested shares before an IPO through a private secondary sale. This is not automatic; it depends on whether the shareholder has transferable shares, whether there is buyer demand, and whether the company's governing documents permit the transfer. Many companies require prior notice, company approval, or a right of first refusal before shares can be sold. Sellers should also seek proper legal and financial advice before proceeding.

A LIS Technologies secondary transaction usually involves an existing shareholder selling shares to a buyer before a public listing. The buyer and seller typically agree on price, number of shares, share class, and closing conditions. The seller may then need to notify LIS Technologies through a share transfer notice or similar process. If LIS Technologies or existing investors have approval rights, transfer restrictions, or a right of first refusal, those steps may need to be completed before the transfer can close. The parties typically enter into a purchase and sale agreement, complete any required transfer documentation, and close only if the necessary conditions are satisfied. Timing and certainty can vary by company and transaction.

In most private secondary transactions, parties commonly use a purchase and sale agreement that outlines price, terms, and conditions. They may also use share transfer documentation, often a stock transfer notice, share transfer notice, transfer instruction, or similar document, along with any required company approval or right of first refusal materials. Proof of ownership, such as a cap table entry, share certificate, brokerage statement, issuer confirmation, or administrator confirmation, may also be important. Buyers often request recent company financials, but private companies may limit disclosure. Since every deal varies, buyers and sellers should consult legal and financial advisors to understand which documents are needed.

Risk, diligence, and investor caution

Buying LIS Technologies shares pre-IPO is risky. Shares are illiquid, no IPO or liquidity event is guaranteed, valuations can change, transfers may require company approval, and private companies may provide limited financial disclosure. Be prepared for total loss. SetterVC and Setter Capital do not provide due diligence, legal, tax, accounting, valuation, or investment advice. Buyers must conduct their own due diligence, verify information, and seek independent legal and investment advice before proceeding.

Private secondary shares are typically illiquid. Unlike public stocks, there is no active public market, so selling them can be difficult and time-consuming. Sales depend on finding a willing buyer and often require company approval. Investors should be prepared to hold the shares for an extended period, with no guarantee of a future sale. Always assess your need for liquidity before investing.

SetterVC and Setter Capital do not provide due diligence, legal, tax, accounting, valuation, or investment advice. Buyers must conduct their own due diligence, including verifying ownership, transferability, legal structure, company approval, and assessing the company's prospects. SetterVC and Setter Capital do not provide advice on whether an investment is good, what price to pay, or what the best bid or ask is. SetterVC and Setter Capital may share documents in some circumstances, but it does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. Due diligence is essential. Seek legal and investment advice as needed.

Before buying LIS Technologies shares, a buyer should try to review the share class, price per share, implied valuation, transfer restrictions, ROFR process, company approval rights, seller ownership evidence, recent financing or tender-offer information, available financial information, information rights, resale restrictions, tax considerations, and expected liquidity paths. Not all information may be available for a private company. Buyers should confirm available diligence, process details, and information needs with their own legal, tax, and investment advisers.

SPVs carry risks. Examples include the need to confirm the company allows SPV-based transfers, verify that the SPV truly owns the shares or interests it claims to own, and ensure it has not sold more interests than it holds. Due diligence is essential. Seek legal and investment advice as needed.

Forward contracts carry risks. Examples include the seller refusing to transfer the shares at the future date, even if the seller owns them, the seller going bankrupt with creditors claiming the shares, or the seller committing the same shares to multiple parties. Due diligence is essential. Seek legal and investment advice as needed.

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