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Stork Exchange

Techstars '24

Charlotte, US · Founded 2020 · Delaware corporation · 11 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors

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Michiel Bakkerunlockedknows Cyndal Norment · together at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (overlapped)
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Stork Exchange is a secondhand baby gear marketplace that sells returned, overstock, and lightly used products at discounts up to 70% off retail. The company serves budget-conscious parents seeking affordable alternatives to new baby gear while reducing waste.

Circular EconomyConsumerE-commerceImpact & Social GoodLogistics & Supply ChainMarketplaces

Founders & leadership

Stork Exchange was founded in 2020 by Ben Norment and Cyndal Norment.

BNBen Norment
Ben NormentCo-Founder / CEOBen Norment is co-founder and CEO of Stork Exchange, a secondhand baby gear marketplace.
CNCyndal Norment
Cyndal NormentCo-FounderShe co-founded the company in 2021 after running her own business and managing operations at A Fox and Hounds Pet Care. Her earlier career included administrative and executive assistant roles at Starwood Hotels & Resorts' Westin St. John and an account executive position at Capitol Broadcasting's CW46 and MyTV12.

Investors · 1

Techstarslisted by TechstarsBoulder · $220K

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$785K disclosed across 3 of 5 rounds · 2021–2025

▶$375KraisedJan 2026 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Benjamin NormentExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$2M
Amount sold
$375K
First sale
Nov 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$250KraisedAug 2024 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Benjamin NormentExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$250K
Amount sold
$250K
First sale
Aug 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$160KraisedFeb 2024 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Benjamin NormentExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$2.5M
Amount sold
$160K
First sale
Jan 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$350KofferedApr 2023 · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Benjamin NormentExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$350K
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$350KofferedSep 2021 · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Benjamin NormentExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$350K
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

Competitors · 3

by search overlap
Baby List1964 shared keywordsBabylist is an online baby registry and shopping platform that helps families register for baby gear and items.
Dillard'S780 shared keywordsDillard's is a department store retailer offering clothing, accessories, beauty, and home goods across the United States.
OfferUp686 shared keywordsOfferUp is a mobile marketplace platform that enables buyers and sellers to trade items locally. The platform targets both individual sellers and local businesses seeking to reach nearby customers.

Companies competing with Stork Exchange for the same Google search keywords, organic and paid, via search-intersection analysis.

Frequently asked questions

What does Stork Exchange do?
Stork Exchange is a secondhand baby gear marketplace that sells returned, overstock, and lightly used products at discounts up to 70% off retail. The company serves budget-conscious parents seeking affordable alternatives to new baby gear while reducing waste.
Who founded Stork Exchange?
Stork Exchange was founded by Ben Norment, Cyndal Norment in 2020.
Who are Stork Exchange's investors?
Stork Exchange's investors include Techstars.
How much funding has Stork Exchange raised?
Stork Exchange has disclosed $785K raised across 3 of its 5 known rounds.
Where is Stork Exchange headquartered?
Stork Exchange is headquartered in Charlotte, US.