# Fresh Chalk

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/fresh-chalk

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Seattle, US
- Website: www.freshchalk.com
- Total disclosed funding: $2M
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 25, 2019)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Fresh Chalk is a digital platform that simplifies the discovery of local service providers by leveraging recommendations from trusted sources, making it easier for users to find reliable vendors for their specific needs.Founded in 2018 in Seattle, US, Fresh Chalk operates a platform that connects users with vetted local service providers. The company has engaged in one funding round, raising USD 2.000 mn in Seed funding on November 25, 2019, from investors including Trilogy International Partners and Vulcan Capital. The co-founders, Adam Doppelt, Liz Pearce, and Patrick O'Donnell, have a history of entrepreneurial ventures, with Liz Pearce serving as the current CEO.Fresh Chalk offers a digital platform designed to facilitate the discovery and selection of local service providers across various industries, such as home improvement, finance, and legal services. The platform enhances reliability by providing recommendations from trusted sources, primarily friends and neighbors. Users can access the platform to find vetted vendors for specific needs, such as electricians, movers, or CPAs, simplifying the decision-making process. Fresh Chalk targets homeowners and business owners seeking trustworthy services within their communities across multiple geographic markets in the United States.Fresh Chalk generates revenue through partnerships and potential transaction structures that leverage its recommendation platform. The company operates a business-to-consumer (B2C) model, allowing users to access the platform for free while service providers gain visibility and customer acquisition opportunities. Pricing plans may include subscription fees for featured listings or promotional services for vendors. The focus is on facilitating connections between consumers and trusted service providers without direct transactional sales through the platform itself, emphasizing a community of reliable resources based on user-generated recommendations.Fresh Chalk aims to use the USD 2.000 mn raised in Seed funding to enhance its platform and expand its market reach. The funds will support the development of new features and improvements to the user experience. Additionally, the company plans to expand into new geographic regions, specifically targeting urban centers across the United States, with a focus on enhancing its service offerings. As it moves forward, Fresh Chalk will leverage its recent funding to facilitate these strategic expansions and product enhancements.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 25, 2019, $2M — Trilogy International Partners, Vulcan

## Investors

- Trilogy International Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/trilogy-international-partners) — Seed
- Vulcan (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/vulcan) — Seed