Curated

Online marketplace for expert product recommendations

San Francisco, California, United States

About Curated

Curated.com connects consumers with industry experts for personalized product recommendations in niche markets like golfing, outdoor cooking, and hiking. The platform allows customers to interact directly with 'Real Experts' who have extensive knowledge and passion for their fields, providing unbiased advice tailored to individual needs. Unlike traditional e-commerce sites that rely on algorithms, Curated.com emphasizes a high-quality shopping experience through direct expert interaction. The experts do not work on commission, ensuring their recommendations are impartial. The company generates revenue from the sale of products recommended by these experts, catering to a diverse clientele from amateur golfers to outdoor cooking enthusiasts. This approach combines elements of e-commerce with a consultative service, distinguishing Curated.com from other online retailers.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$137.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consulting, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance
PTO
Paid parental leave
Hybrid workplace
Remote-friendly culture
401(k)
Discounts on gear
Dog-friendly office

Risks

AI-driven platforms pose competition with similar services without human experts.
Scaling expert community may challenge quality and personalization.
Niche market focus risks vulnerability to seasonal and economic changes.

Differentiation

Curated offers personalized shopping with real experts, unlike algorithm-driven platforms.
Experts provide unbiased advice, not working on commission, ensuring customer-focused recommendations.
Curated combines e-commerce with consulting, creating a unique hybrid shopping experience.

Upsides

Growing demand for personalized shopping boosts Curated's market potential.
Remote work trend expands Curated's expert pool globally.
Outdoor recreation market growth offers expanding opportunities for Curated's verticals.

Funding

Total raised$137.64 M
Latest valuation$375.00 M
StageSERIES_C
$75
$375.00 M
SERIES B
3/31/2021
$39
$195.00 M