# Chapter One

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/chapter-one

- Industry: Business Support Services
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.startchapterone.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Seed (Sep 21, 2025)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Based in the US, Chapter One provides operational support for local service providers across various industries, focusing on enhancing marketing strategies and business management solutions.Chapter One, founded in 2024 in New York, US, specializes in delivering operational support and business solutions for service providers. The company raised USD 4.00 mn in pre-seed funding in September 2025, co-led by Offline Ventures and Slow. It has completed one deal to date.Chapter One offers a comprehensive suite of business solutions tailored for local service providers in industries such as plumbing, HVAC, pest control, and electrical services. Their core offerings include marketing and customer acquisition strategies, operational tools, and financial infrastructure to support businesses from startup to scaling. Services range from fully managed digital marketing campaigns to customer lead generation and a business management system that integrates customer handling, scheduling, and billing. Chapter One primarily caters to individual entrepreneurs and established service professionals across the United States and Canada, helping them overcome common challenges related to customer acquisition and operational efficiency.Chapter One operates on a partnership model, allowing clients to access a bundled range of services without upfront costs. Revenue is generated through service agreements where clients receive ongoing support, typically involving a percentage of their revenue or a set fee for the services provided. This model aligns Chapter One's success with that of its clients, enabling them to focus on delivering services while Chapter One manages the business aspects.In September 2025, Chapter One secured USD 4.00 mn in funding to enhance its AI tools and connect with platforms like QuickBooks and Stripe. The company is also planning to expand its national support services, aiming to introduce new products designed to streamline operations for service providers. Future growth will focus on expanding into new markets, specifically targeting regions across the United States and Canada, ensuring that local service providers have access to comprehensive operational support.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Sep 21, 2025, $3M — Slow, Offline Ventures

## Investors

- Slow (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/slow) — Seed
- Offline Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/offline-ventures) — Seed