RISE Robotics

Electrifying Heavy Machines - #1 Reg CF Campaign of 2025

https://wefunder.com/riserobotics

Total raised on Wefunder: 7071813

Total investors: 2849

Quick facts

  • #1 Reg CF Campaign in 2025 (source: Kingscrowd): 2,500+ investors and $5.7M+ committed
  • $9.7M in product and contract revenue till date; current contract backlog of $2.5M+
  • Set the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD for the World’s Strongest Robotic Arm Prototype
  • 3x faster, 3x more efficient, 3x more durable, and 20% lighter than hydraulics
  • $27M raised from top VCs including Techstars, Fortistar Capital, & MIT's Engine Ventures
  • World-class team from MIT, RISD, iRobot, Apple, Raytheon, & Forbes 30 Under 30
  • 20+ global patents granted & pending
  • Building cleaner, smarter, faster heavy machines for a massive $750B market

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Electrifying Heavy Machines - #1 Reg CF Campaign of 2025

FIRST GOAL HIT (You can still invest)

$17,896,171

raised from 615+ investors
INVESTMENT TERMS
Preferred Stock
$62.1M pre-money valuation $10.73 per share
$1.5K, $3K, $15K

Investment Terms

You will be investing in RISE Robotics through an SPV. This means that when you invest, you will be signing the SPV Subscription Agreement, not the direct investment contract. For more information on SPVs, see here.

Financials

We have financial statements ending December 31, 2025.

At a Glance

Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025
Revenue icon
$431,460
-76%
Revenue
Net loss icon
-$6,104,535
Net Loss
Short-term debt icon
$1,429,892
+247%
Short-Term Liabilities
Valuation icon
$0
Raised in 2025
Cash in bank icon
$623,040
Cash on Hand
Net Margin:
-1,415%
Gross Margin:
75%
Return on Assets:
-789%
Earnings per Share:
-$1.16
Revenue per Employee:
$33,189.23
Cash to Assets:
57%
Revenue to Receivables:
669%
Debt Ratio:
188%
Liftwave Inc. - Financial Statements Audit Report 2025 - Executed v.pdf Liftwave Inc. - Financial Statements Audit Report 2024 - Final Executed.pdf

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Overview of the Business and Financial Condition

LiftWave, Inc. DBA RISE Robotics is the leader in high-performance and cost-effective electric linear actuation solutions, RISE® helps machine designers embrace high-efficiency, fuel-saving actuation solutions that compete with hydraulic cylinders. We specialize in fostering dynamic partnerships with Tier 1 suppliers, OEMs, and the US DoD, pioneering the transition from traditional hydraulic systems to more efficient and sustainable solutions, independent of the primary power source. Our technology's universal compatibility with various power sources - from diesel engines to electric, hydrogen, and beyond - sets us apart. We're not just about electrification; we're about optimization and enhancing performance, whether it's a diesel engine benefiting from an electric rotary drive or an electric engine utilizing our highly efficient linear actuation.

We are an early-stage company. We have incurred operating losses and negative cash flows from operations since inception and expect to continue to incur operating losses in the near term as we invest in product development, inventory, sales expansion, and infrastructure to support anticipated growth.

Our ability to continue operations is dependent on managing our expenses and, if necessary, obtaining additional financing. This discussion should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and related notes included in this offering statement.

Business and Operating Uncertainty

Our business operates in an environment subject to various risks, uncertainties, and changing conditions, which makes it difficult to evaluate our business, financial condition, and prospects and may limit the comparability of our results of operations from period to period.

Financial Condition

Our financial statements reflect an early-stage company with limited operating history. Investors should not place undue reliance on historical financial information given the company’s limited operating history and the likelihood that future results will differ from historical results.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

As of March 20, 2026, we had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $623,040, with investment receivables from our prior Reg CF and concurrent Reg D campaigns totaling approximately $1,000,000.

Based on our current operations, we have a monthly net cash burn of approximately $450,000. Our monthly net cash burn may vary significantly from month to month due to the timing of receipts and expenditures, inventory purchases, direct production costs, and other short-term factors. As a result, period-to-period comparisons may not be meaningful.

Based on our current operating plan and expense structure, we do not expect to have sufficient cash to fund operations for the next 12 months without raising additional capital. However, we have been awarded a $3 million contract with the U.S. Air Force, which is expected to provide a meaningful source of non-dilutive funding. If necessary, we believe we could extend our cash runway to approximately 18 months by reducing operating expenses, including aligning our workforce and cost structure more closely with the requirements of this contract.

Our historical operations have been funded primarily through external financing.

Liquidity Assumptions

Our assessment of our liquidity and ability to fund operations is not a projection and is based on current assumptions regarding operating expenses, cash requirements, capital needs, inventory investments, and anticipated fundraising. These assumptions may change, and actual results may differ materially due to changes in operating conditions, timing of receipts and payments, customer demand, supply chain dynamics, and other factors.

Dependence on Additional Financing

There can be no assurance that additional financing will be available on acceptable terms, or at all. If we are unable to raise additional capital when needed, we may be required to materially reduce or suspend operations.

Indebtedness and Capital Structure

As of the date of this offering statement, As of the date of this offering statement, we have $990,394 in convertible debt.

During the past three years, we have conducted exempt offering resulting in the issuance of equity securities in aggregate amounts of approximately $19.7M.

Known Trends, Events, and Uncertainties

Management is aware of the following trends, events, or uncertainties that are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations over the next 12 months:

- The potential loss of a major customer or sales channel, which could materially reduce revenue and negatively impact cash flow.

- Product sales are in the early stages, and there is uncertainty regarding the rate at which sales will scale. Slower-than-expected adoption could delay revenue growth and extend our cash burn period.

These factors could increase operating costs, reduce liquidity, or require us to raise additional capital earlier than anticipated.

Other than the matters described above, management is not currently aware of any known trends, events, or uncertainties that are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations.

The absence of a discussion of any particular trend, event, or uncertainty should not be interpreted to mean that such matters do not exist; rather, it reflects management’s judgment based on information currently available.

Changes Since the Date of the Financial Statements

There have been no material changes in our operations or financial condition since the date of the financial statements included in this offering.

Impact of This Offering

The proceeds from this offering are expected to be used to fund inventory purchases, support product sales growth, cover operating expenses, and for general working capital purposes. The timing and extent of our use of proceeds will depend on the amount of proceeds raised and future operating conditions. Additional detail regarding our planned use of proceeds is provided in Item 10 of this Form C.

There can be no assurance that the proceeds of this offering will be sufficient to fund our operations or achieve our business objectives.

Certain information relevant to understanding our financial condition and liquidity is presented elsewhere in this offering statement, including in the financial statements, related notes, and the sections describing indebtedness and prior financings.

Forward-Looking Statements

This discussion contains forward-looking statements that are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these statements.

Risks

1
We rely on our technology and intellectual property, but we may be unable to adequately or cost-effectively protect or enforce our intellectual property rights, thereby weakening our competitive position and increasing operating costs.  To protect our rights in our products and technology, we rely on a combination of patents, trade secrets, confidentiality agreements with employees and third parties, and protective contractual provisions. We also rely on laws pertaining to trademarks and domain names to protect the value of our corporate brand and reputation. Despite our efforts to protect our proprietary rights, unauthorized parties may copy aspects of our products or technology, obtain and use information, marks, or technology that we regard as proprietary, or otherwise violate or infringe our intellectual property rights. If we do not effectively protect our intellectual property, our competitive position could be weakened. Effectively policing the unauthorized use of our products and technology is time-consuming and costly, and the steps taken by us may not prevent misappropriation of our technology or other proprietary assets. The efforts we have taken to protect our proprietary rights may not be sufficient or effective, and unauthorized parties may copy aspects of our products, or obtain and use information or technology that we regard as proprietary.
2
We may need to change our business strategy to respond to adverse or competitive market conditions.  In order to respond to market changes, the Company’s management may from time to time make changes to the business or growth strategy of the Company. There are certain risks associated with such changes. As a strategic response to changes in the competitive environment, the Company may from time to time make certain pricing, service or marketing decisions or business combinations that could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, results of operations and financial condition.
3
We may need additional financing.  If the proceeds of this Offering are insufficient to fund the operations and capital requirements of the Company, the Company will require additional financing to support its business.  There can be no assurance that any such required future financing will be available or, if available, that it will be obtained on terms favorable to the Company.  In the event that the Company fails to obtain additional financing when required, such failure could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, including the possibility of forcing the Company to curtail or cease operations.

Other Disclosures

The Board of Directors

Director Occupation Joined
Arron Acosta Entrepreneur @ Self 2011
Walter Winshall Investor @ Self 2019
Hiten Sonpal President & CEO @ Liftwave, Inc. 2024
Vivek Agastya Investor @ Fortistar 2024
Michael Haen VP, Global Product Line Management @ Gates, Inc. 2024

Officers

Officer Title Joined
Marc F. Dupre Secretary 2015
Hiten Sonpal President, CEO, and Treasurer 2024

Voting Power

No one has over 20% voting power.

Past Fundraises

Date Security Amount
Current Priced Round $561,961
Current Priced Round $1,288,494
1/2026 Priced Round $4,997,836
1/2026 Priced Round $5,000,000
4/2024 Priced Round $3,540,154
4/2024 Priced Round $4,999,999
4/2024 Priced Round $5,824,359
3/2020 Priced Round $3,224,163
3/2020 Priced Round $3,499,992
3/2020 Priced Round $1,133,998

Outstanding Debts

None.

Related Party Transactions

Use of Funds

$50,000 14% campaign fees, 80% product development and operations, and 6% Wefunder fees.

$1,230,826 9% Campaign fees and 6% Wefunder fees. 85% product development and operations. Of the 85% remaining after campaign fees, approximately 70% will be on compensation and benefits, 6% on IP/legal, 6% on facilities and 18% on other remaining operating expenses. 

Capital Structure

Class of Security Securities (or Amount) Authorized Securities (or Amount) Outstanding
Common Stock 6,500,000 1,387,511
Series Seed 1 Preferred (Ps1) Stock 561,391 561,391
Series A 3 Preferred (Pa3) Stock 524,263 1,165
Series Seed 2 Preferred (Ps2) Stock 1,063,224 1,063,224
Series A 1 Preferred (Pa1) Stock 1,540,749 690,194
Series A 2 Preferred 1,568,277 1,568,277

The Funding Portal

RISE Robotics is conducting a Regulation Crowdfunding offering via Wefunder Portal LLC. CRD Number: #283503.

Form C Filing on EDGAR

The Securities and Exchange Commission hosts the official Form C on their EDGAR web site.

Offering Updates

RISE Robotics raised 50% of their target offering amount on Apr 9 2026

RISE Robotics raised 100% of their target offering amount on Apr 10 2026

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