Nolk was founded by Alexandre Renaud.

Who are Nolk's investors?

Nolk's investors include Angels of Many, BoxOne Ventures, Export Development Canada (EDC), Fondaction, Fonds de solidarité FTQ, Panache Ventures.

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Nolk acquires and operates direct-to-consumer brands with a focus on sustainability, emphasizing recycled or renewable materials and long-lasting, repairable products. It positions itself around social and environmental performance standards.

Circular Economy Direct to Consumer E-commerce

Founders & leadership

Alexandre RenaudCo-Founder and CEOFounder of Nolk, which acquires and operates direct-to-consumer brands focused on sustainability. Renaud brings background in creative and entertainment industries, with experience in education, research and development, marketing, strategic planning, and operations.

Investors · 8

Angels of Manylisted by Angels of ManyMontreal

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BoxOne VenturesreportedMontréal · $500K

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Export Development Canada (EDC)reportedOttawa

How we know: funding news · privatecapitaljournal.com · Not right? Tell us

FondactionreportedMontreal

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Fonds de solidarité FTQreportedMontreal

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Panache VenturesreportedMontreal · $1.5M

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Also in the syndicate · 2

EDCExport Development Canada

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

Undisclosed amountSeries ANov 2022
Fonds de solidarité FTQ (lead)
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Undisclosed amountSeries AOct 2022 · 4 sources
Fonds de solidarité FTQ (lead), EDC, Export Development Canada, Export Development Canada (EDC), Fondaction, Panache Ventures
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

Founder mafia

2 people who came through Nolk went on to found or lead other companies.

Francois ArbourCo-FounderFounded Paraito Nicolas Jacques-BouchardAngel InvestorFounded Panache Ventures

In the news

Nolk raises $30 million, acquires home goods brands Ergonofis, Opposite Wallbetakit.com · Oct 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Nolk do?: Nolk acquires and operates direct-to-consumer brands with a focus on sustainability, emphasizing recycled or renewable materials and long-lasting, repairable products. It positions itself around social and environmental performance standards.
Who founded Nolk?: Nolk was founded by Alexandre Renaud.
Who are Nolk's investors?: Nolk's investors include Angels of Many, BoxOne Ventures, Export Development Canada (EDC), Fondaction, Fonds de solidarité FTQ, Panache Ventures.