Founded in 2019, Tradeblock's mission is to give people the power to use their kicks as currency and trade their sneakers with a growing community of passionate sneakerheads. Over tens of thousands of members use Tradeblock each month to explore new inventory and collections, find their grails, and negotiate offers. Tradeblock is defined by our unique culture – one that emphasizes community building. We're not just another sneaker company. We're here to change the game and bring back the love of the hunt. Visit our website at www.tradeblock.us to learn more and follow us on Instagram @tradeblock.us. We're available for download on both iOS and Android.
Location: United States, Texas, Austin
Employees: 51-200
Total raised: $20M
Founded date: 2019
Investors 3
| Date | Name | Website |
| - | JDS Sports | jdssports.... |
| 17.01.2022 | Trinity Ve... | trinityven... |
| - | MassChalle... | masschalle... |
Funding Rounds 2
| Date | Series | Amount | Investors |
| 25.08.2022 | - | $8.9M | - |
| 31.07.2022 | - | $11.1M | - |
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| 25.08.2022 | Tradeblock Raises Over $8.9M in Funding | Tradeblock, a Houston, TX-based sneaker trading platform based on a barter economy and the prowess of community, raised over $8.9m in funding. Backers included Courtside VC, Trinity Ventures, and Concrete Rose Capital. The company intends t... |
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