Gekks
Chicago, US · Delaware corporation · 3 known investors
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Gekks makes no-show socks designed to reduce foot sweat and odor while providing comfort and durability. The products are sold directly to consumers in men's and women's styles.
Founders & leadership
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Christian ArquillainFounderChristian Arquilla is an executive officer and director at Gekks, a direct-to-consumer sock brand that sells no-show socks designed to reduce foot odor and sweat through specialized knitting and adhesive technology.
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Justin ArquillaNamed on SEC filing
Investors · 3
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$1M disclosed across 1 round · 2019
▶$1MraisedMay 2019 · 3 investors · RetailingRule 506(b)
▶$1MraisedMay 2019 · 3 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Justin ArquillaExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Christian ArquillaExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Offering amount
- $1M
- Amount sold
- $1M
- First sale
- Apr 2019
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Competitors · 6
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Dicks Sporting Goods25 shared keywordsDick's Sporting Goods operates a network of sporting goods retail stores under the Dick's Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, and Going Going Gone! banners, along with experiential concepts like Dick's House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, selling equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories to athletic customers across the United States; the company also owns and operates Foot Locker, a global footwear and apparel retailer with multiple banners serving sneaker enthusiasts across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, and owns GameChanger, a mobile platform for youth sports live streaming and team management.
Zappos18 shared keywordsZappos is an online retailer selling shoes, sandals, and related footwear accessories from brands such as Crocs across men's, women's, and kids' categories. It operates as an ecommerce store offering a wide catalog of footwear and shoe charms directly to consumers.
Gq18 shared keywordsGQ is a global men's fashion and lifestyle media brand that publishes award-winning journalism, photography, and cultural commentary across print, digital, video, and social platforms. The publication serves culturally curious, globally aware consumers interested in fashion, style, grooming, wellness, and culture across 21 markets and six continents.
Stance17 shared keywordsStance designs and manufactures socks and underwear for athletes, artists, and active individuals, with particular focus on comfort and craftsmanship through products like casual socks, performance socks, and underwear. The company is based in California and holds partnerships with major sports leagues including the NBA and MLB.
Rothy’s15 shared keywordsRothy's makes washable shoes and bags produced from recycled materials. The company sells its products directly to consumers.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Gekks do?
- Gekks makes no-show socks designed to reduce foot sweat and odor while providing comfort and durability. The products are sold directly to consumers in men's and women's styles.
- Who founded Gekks?
- Gekks was founded by Christian Arquilla.
- Who are Gekks's investors?
- Gekks's investors include Corazon Capital, Service Provider Capital, Spiral Sun Ventures.
- How much funding has Gekks raised?
- Gekks has disclosed $1M raised across 1 round.
- Where is Gekks headquartered?
- Gekks is headquartered in Chicago, US.