Company Overview
Snapshot
Founded in March 2015 by Nava Brief Fried and Yehoshua Fried, Calypsa operates with 11–50 employees. The company has raised $2.21M across four funding rounds, with PICO Venture Partners participating in multiple rounds.
Business overview
Calypsa designs and sells comfortable swimwear and activewear, aiming to provide women with confidence and freedom of movement. The company's core offering focuses on appropriate options for various activities, from sunbathing to water sports. Calypsa operates within the e-commerce and retail sectors, specifically targeting the consumer goods and apparel markets globally, with a significant customer base in North America.
Strategic signal
In November 2018, Calypsa was highlighted as part of a growing trend of Israeli entrepreneurs leveraging e-commerce platforms like eBay and Amazon to sell products globally. This indicates the company's strategic focus on expanding its market reach through established online marketplaces, signaling a growth-positive approach to customer acquisition and global market penetration.
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- When was Calypsa founded and by whom?
- Calypsa was founded in March 2015 by Nava Brief Fried and Yehoshua Fried.
- What market trend was highlighted in March 2017 regarding Calypsa's business?
- In March 2017, Forbes highlighted ModLi (Calypsa's former name) as a key player in the growing modest fashion trend, noting its significant growth and appeal to a wider audience beyond religious customs.
- What was the focus of a June 2016 article about ModLi?
- A June 2016 article discussed ModLi's significant growth, expanding its marketplace for designers and boutiques to a global audience, and attracting customers from various religious backgrounds. The company was also in the process of raising capital for further expansion.