# Wescover

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.wescover.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 11, 2019)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Wescover, Inc. is an innovative online marketplace that seamlessly connects design professionals and consumers with independent creators, offering a diverse array of unique, handcrafted art and decor.Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Wescover, Inc. operates as a marketplace for unique art and decor. The company was founded by Rachely Esman and Yoad Snapir. In June 2019, Wescover raised USD 3.00 mn in Seed funding from investors including Draper Associates, Floodgate, Maveron, and Tank Hill Ventures, marking a significant milestone in its financial journey. The company has completed one total deal to date.Wescover operates a marketplace that connects design professionals and consumers with independent creators of unique art and decor. Their core offerings comprise small-batch, made-to-order, custom, and commissioned pieces, which include furniture, lighting, wall hangings, ceramics, and tableware. The platform emphasizes high-quality, meaningful items designed to last and be passed down through generations, standing in contrast to mass-produced decor. With a focus on sustainability and craftsmanship, Wescover promotes local makers and their products, targeting various geographical markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Turkey. The customer base primarily consists of design professionals, individual consumers seeking unique decor, and businesses looking for distinctive art pieces to enhance their spaces.Wescover generates revenue through transactions in its online marketplace, operating on a direct-to-consumer model while also catering to design professionals. Customers directly purchase unique pieces from creators, with the marketplace facilitating transactions. The revenue structure includes commissions on sales made through the platform, providing a seamless experience for both buyers and sellers. Pricing structures for products vary according to the specific offerings from individual creators, reflecting the custom nature of the marketplace's inventory. Flagship products include distinctive art pieces, handmade decor, and custom furniture that resonate with Wescover's commitment to mindful design and sustainability. The company has established partnerships within the design community, enhancing its visibility and reach in the marketplace.Following its recent Seed funding round in June 2019, where Wescover raised USD 3.00 mn, the company plans to leverage these funds to enhance its platform and expand its offerings. Upcoming initiatives include the launch of new product lines that emphasize craftsmanship and sustainability, although specific release dates are not yet disclosed. Additionally, Wescover aims to expand its reach into new geographic markets, including Europe and Asia, by 2025, aiming to connect more creators with a broader audience. This strategic growth plan underlines the company's commitment to fostering a vibrant community of artisans and design professionals.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 11, 2019, $3M — Maveron, Floodgate, Draper, at.inc/

## Investors

- Maveron (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/maveron) — Seed
- Floodgate (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/floodgate) — Seed
- Draper (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/draper) — Seed
- at.inc/ — Seed