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Swell
Online surf and fashion store
About Swell
S'well is a company that specializes in eco-friendly, triple-layered stainless steel water bottles and food containers designed to keep beverages and food at optimal temperatures for extended periods. Founded by Sarah Kauss, S'well has created a movement towards sustainability and environmental responsibility, becoming a Certified B Corporation. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including commuters, travelers, and everyday consumers who prioritize both functionality and style in their drinkware and food storage solutions. Operating in the consumer goods market, S'well's business model revolves around direct-to-consumer sales through its online platform and partnerships with various retailers. Revenue is generated through the sale of its premium products, which are known for their durability, design, and performance. S'well's product line includes water bottles, tumblers, food containers, and accessories, all designed to be reusable and reduce single-use plastic waste.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 1999
- Headquarters
- Irvine, United States
- Employees
- 79
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 65.9/100
- Industry
- Fashion, Sports
- Sub-industry
- Sporting Equipment
- Sector
- eCommerce & Marketplaces, Sporting Goods, Retail, Surfing, Sport
- Business model
- Marketplace & ecommerce
- Client focus
- b2c
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Funding history
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Financials
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Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Swell is 140K monthly website visits, up 0% over the last three months. Swell's team declined 3.7% over the past year.
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Investors
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Series A4 investors entered at this stage
- RVRichland Ventures
Edgewater Private Equity Fund
Bluestem Capital- MPMatador Capital Partners
Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage
Pacific Life Corporation
Other known investors2 additional known investors
Guillermo Rauch
Mark Cuban
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