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Essentialist

New York, US · 3 known investors

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Essentialist connects affluent travelers with curated travel experiences through a network of expert travel designers and writers. The platform combines travel intelligence technology with personalized service to deliver tailored, memorable journeys for its members.

Founders & leadership

JRJoan Roca
Joan RocainCEO and FounderJoan Roca held management positions at online travel and e-commerce companies including Lastminute.com, TUI Travel, LateRooms, and Treatwell before founding Essentialist, which provides curated travel experiences for affluent travelers through a network of expert travel designers.

Investors · 3

Also in the syndicate · 1

Iris Ventureslead

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$10M disclosed across 1 round · 2024

  • $10Mseries AJul 2024 · 2 sources

    Iris Ventures (lead)

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Frequently asked questions

What does Essentialist do?
Essentialist connects affluent travelers with curated travel experiences through a network of expert travel designers and writers. The platform combines travel intelligence technology with personalized service to deliver tailored, memorable journeys for its members.
Who founded Essentialist?
Essentialist was founded by Joan Roca.
Who are Essentialist's investors?
Essentialist's investors include BStartup, Encomenda VC.
How much funding has Essentialist raised?
Essentialist has disclosed $10M raised across 1 round.
Where is Essentialist headquartered?
Essentialist is headquartered in New York, US.