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Primary

New York, US · Founded 2014 · 12 known investors

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Primary makes and sells children's clothing in a variety of colors and designs. The company produces apparel for babies and kids with a focus on quality and inclusive sizing.

Founders & leadership

Primary was founded in 2014 by Galyn Bernard and Christina Carbonell.

GBGalyn Bernard
Galyn BernardCo-founderFounder at Primary Kids clothing essentials
CCChristina Carbonell
Christina CarbonellCo-founderFounder at Primary Kids clothing essentials

Board

MDMichael Dearing
Michael DearingBoard directorFounder at Harrison Metal

Investors · 12

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$58.8M disclosed across 8 rounds · 2014–2023

▶$2.3MraisedJul 2023 · 19 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Rick LewisDirector
  • Satya PatelDirector
Offering amount
$3M
Amount sold
$2.3M
First sale
Jun 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$4.4MraisedApr 2022 · 9 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Satya PatelDirector
  • Rick LewisDirector
Offering amount
$6M
Amount sold
$4.4M
First sale
Apr 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$16MraisedJul 2019 · 26 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Satya PatelDirector
  • Rick LewisDirector
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$20M
Amount sold
$16M
First sale
Jul 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$19.8MraisedFeb 2018 · 42 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Satya PatelDirector
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Rick LewisDirector
Offering amount
$20.6M
Amount sold
$19.8M
First sale
Jan 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2014
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$3.9MraisedJul 2017 · 15 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Rick LewisDirector
  • Satya PatelDirector
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$3.9M
Amount sold
$3.9M
First sale
Jul 2017
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2014
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$7.5MraisedJun 2016 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Satya PatelDirector
Offering amount
$8M
Amount sold
$7.5M
First sale
Jun 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2014
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$2.2MraisedOct 2015 · 18 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael DearingDirector
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$3M
Amount sold
$2.2M
First sale
Sep 2015
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2014
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$2.5MraisedOct 2015 · 20 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael DearingDirector
  • Galyn BernardExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Christina CarbonellExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$2.5M
Amount sold
$2.5M
First sale
Jun 2014
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2014
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Primary do?
Primary makes and sells children's clothing in a variety of colors and designs. The company produces apparel for babies and kids with a focus on quality and inclusive sizing.
Who founded Primary?
Primary was founded by Galyn Bernard, Christina Carbonell in 2014.
Who are Primary's investors?
Primary's investors include Elizabeth Street Ventures, Female Founders, Grace Beauty Capital, HDS Capital, Homebrew, Mighty Capital, Multiplier Capital, Red & Blue Ventures and 4 more.
How much funding has Primary raised?
Primary has disclosed $58.8M raised across 8 rounds.
Where is Primary headquartered?
Primary is headquartered in New York, US.