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The Citizenry

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The Citizenry is a U.S. home goods retailer offering handcrafted furniture, bedding, and home décor made with 100% fair trade processes audited by the World Fair Trade Organization, sourcing materials and artisans from around the world. The company emphasizes sustainable production using natural materials, traditional craft techniques, and organic or ethically sourced textiles.

Founders & leadership

CKCarly Kouba Nance
Carly Kouba NanceCo-FounderExecutive Officer, Director at Citizenry
RB
Rachel BentleyCo-Founder & President2014–2024Rachel Bentley co-founded The Citizenry, a home goods brand focused on fair trade and sustainable production, which was acquired by Havenly Brands in 2024. Previously, she worked as a consultant at Bain & Company on growth strategy and private equity transactions, and holds an MBA from Columbia Business School.

Investors · 2

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$40M disclosed across 2 of 3 rounds · 2021

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Frequently asked questions

What does The Citizenry do?
The Citizenry is a U.S. home goods retailer offering handcrafted furniture, bedding, and home décor made with 100% fair trade processes audited by the World Fair Trade Organization, sourcing materials and artisans from around the world. The company emphasizes sustainable production using natural materials, traditional craft techniques, and organic or ethically sourced textiles.
Who founded The Citizenry?
The Citizenry was founded by Carly Kouba Nance, Rachel Bentley.
Who are The Citizenry's investors?
The Citizenry's investors include Assembled Brands, Karlani Capital.
How much funding has The Citizenry raised?
The Citizenry has disclosed $40M raised across 2 of its 3 known rounds.