# Tampro

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/tampro

- Industry: Medical Devices & Equipment
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.trysequel.com
- Total disclosed funding: $5M
- Latest round: Seed (Dec 21, 2021)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Tampro Inc. is dedicated to developing innovative menstrual products, with a focus on enhancing comfort and performance for users. Their flagship product, the Sequel Spiral™ Tampon, represents a significant redesign in menstrual product technology.Founded in 2019, Tampro Inc. specializes in creating advanced menstrual products, notably the Sequel Spiral™ Tampon. The company operates from San Francisco, US, and is led by co-founders Greta Meyer and Oana Manolache, both of whom have a background in engineering and product development. In December 2021, Tampro Inc. raised USD 5 mn in Seed funding, led by MaC Venture Capital, with additional backing from Graph Ventures, Long Journey Ventures, Pear VC, and Ulu Ventures. This funding marks their first investment round, with a total amount raised of USD 5 mn.Sequel™ specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative menstrual products, with their flagship offering being the Sequel Spiral™ Tampon. This product represents a significant engineering redesign of traditional tampons, marking the first substantial innovation in this category in 80 years. Created by a team of former high-level athletes and engineers who menstruate, the Sequel Spiral™ Tampon is designed to enhance performance and comfort for users during their menstrual cycle. The company aims to address the needs of individuals seeking reliable, science-backed period products, particularly active women who require high-performance solutions. Sequel™ distributes its products primarily in the United States, targeting a demographic that values engineering innovation and female-centric design in personal care products.Sequel™ generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales of its menstrual products, particularly the Sequel Spiral™ Tampon. Customers can purchase these products individually or take advantage of promotional offers such as a discount on their first order. Transaction structures are centered around one-time purchases, with the potential for future sales driven by customer retention strategies like email marketing and loyalty incentives. Pricing details for individual products are strategically set to encourage trial and repeat purchases among consumers. The company's business model emphasizes the importance of personalized customer engagement, which is critical for building a loyal customer base within the menstrual health market.In December 2021, Tampro Inc. raised USD 5 mn in Seed funding to bring its first novel product to market. The company plans to develop further innovative menstrual products that cater to active women seeking enhanced performance and comfort. Tampro Inc. is also considering expanding its market reach beyond the United States, although specific regions and timelines for this expansion have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Dec 21, 2021, $5M — Ulu Ventures, Graph Ventures, Pear VC, MaC Venture Capital, Long Journey Ventures

## Investors

- Ulu Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ulu-ventures) — Seed
- Graph Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/graph-ventures) — Seed
- Pear VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pear-vc) — Seed
- MaC Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mac-venture-capital) — Seed
- Long Journey Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/long-journey-ventures) — Seed