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Fat Llama

AcquiredYC S17

London, GB · 41 employees · 4 known investors

Fat Llama was a UK-based peer-to-peer rental marketplace that let people rent out items such as cameras, drones, and equipment to others nearby, with lender protection guarantees. Acquired by Hygglo in 2022.

Also known as Fat Lama

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S17)

CEChaz Englander
Chaz EnglanderinCo-Founder (Acquired by Hygglo)2016–2021Chaz Englander is a YC-backed founder who previously started Fat Llama (S17), which was acquired by Hygglo, and is currently working on ModeML (W24).
RDRosie Dallas
Rosie DallasinCo Founder (Acquired by Hygglo | YC S17)2016–2022Rosie Dallas is a cofounder of Cinni AI, a B2B platform for fashion ecommerce. Previously, she cofounded Fat Llama, which was acquired by Hygglo, and Fancy, which was acquired by GoPuff.
OTOwen Turner-Major
Owen Turner-MajorinCo-founder & CTO2016–2020

Investors · 4

Founder mafia

3 people who came through Fat Llama went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Fat Llama do?
Fat Llama was a UK-based peer-to-peer rental marketplace that let people rent out items such as cameras, drones, and equipment to others nearby, with lender protection guarantees. Acquired by Hygglo in 2022.
Who founded Fat Llama?
Fat Llama was founded by Chaz Englander, Rosie Dallas, Owen Turner-Major.
Who are Fat Llama's investors?
Fat Llama's investors include Angels Den, Blossom Capital, Y Combinator, Atomico.
Where is Fat Llama headquartered?
Fat Llama is headquartered in London, GB.