Scoutmob
An online retailer of handcrafted, multi-category products from independent American makers.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
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| investor | €0.0 | round | |
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| investor investor investor | €0.0 | round | |
| N/A | $100k | Early VC | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Scoutmob was an e-commerce company founded in 2010 by Michael Tavani and David Cummings. The company initially started as a mobile app that offered local deals and discounts, similar to Groupon. However, it later pivoted to an online marketplace for handcrafted goods made by independent artisans and makers from across the United States.
The platform aimed to connect consumers with unique, locally-made products, ranging from clothing and accessories to home goods and art. Scoutmob's business model was based on taking a commission from each sale made through its website. The company curated the products featured on its platform, ensuring a certain level of quality and craftsmanship.
Scoutmob was known for its "shoppes" section, which allowed makers to create their own online storefronts on the platform. This feature provided a space for artisans to showcase their products and tell their stories, creating a more personal and engaging shopping experience for consumers.
Over the years, Scoutmob raised a total of $7.93 million in funding over five rounds from various investors. However, the company eventually ceased operations. The reasons for its closure are not widely publicized, but it is believed to be due to a combination of factors, including increased competition in the e-commerce space and challenges in scaling its business model.
Keywords: e-commerce, marketplace, handcrafted goods, local artisans, curated products, mobile app, daily deals, online retail, independent makers, American-made.