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Unspun

Emeryville, US · Delaware corporation · 18 known investors

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Unspun develops 3D weaving technology and software for apparel and textile manufacturing, enabling fast, automated, and low-waste garment production for brands and manufacturers. The company positions its Vega system as a solution for local, on-demand production that reduces carbon emissions from fashion.

Founders & leadership

WH
Walden Hoi Ming LamCo-founder
BEBeth Esponnette
Beth EsponnetteFounder
KMKevin Martin
Kevin MartinFounder30 Under 30 2021
AAARNE ARENS
ARNE ARENSExecutiveArne Arens is a CEO with over 20 years of experience in consumer goods leadership, including roles in sports lifestyle and outdoor companies, where he managed turnarounds, implemented commercial strategies, and led organizational development.
WL
Walden LamFounder

Board

MWMilo Werner
Milo WernerBoard directorGeneral Partner at DCVC (Data Collective)
SYShuo Yang
Shuo YangBoard directorPartner at LOWERCARBON
DTDuncan Turner
Duncan TurnerBoard directorGeneral Partner at SOSV
CB
CHRIS BLAKESLEEBoard director

Investors · 18

Earl Grey CapitalreportedAustin

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$49.3M disclosed across 2 of 4 rounds · 2021–2026

▶$14.4MraisedAug 2026 · 25 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • DUNCAN TURNERDirector
  • MILO WERNERDirector
  • KEVIN MARTINExecutive Officer, Director
  • ARNE ARENSExecutive Officer, Director
  • CHRIS BLAKESLEEDirector
  • ELIZABETH ESPONNETTEExecutive Officer, Director
  • WALDEN HOI MING LAMDirector
  • SHUO YANGDirector
Offering amount
$26.7M
Amount sold
$14.4M
First sale
Jul 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$34.9MraisedAug 2024 · 6 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Milo WernerDirector
  • Kevin Peter MartinExecutive Officer, Director
  • Walden Hoi Ming LamExecutive Officer, Director
  • Shuo YangDirector
  • Duncan TurnerDirector
  • Elizabeth Faith EsponnetteExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$34.9M
Amount sold
$34.9M
First sale
Jul 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
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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Non-dilutive funding · 3 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
Department of DefenseDefense Logistics AgencyPhase I2022$100K
National Science FoundationPhase II2018$750K
National Science FoundationPhase I2017$225K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

Frequently asked questions

What does Unspun do?
Unspun develops 3D weaving technology and software for apparel and textile manufacturing, enabling fast, automated, and low-waste garment production for brands and manufacturers. The company positions its Vega system as a solution for local, on-demand production that reduces carbon emissions from fashion.
Who founded Unspun?
Unspun was founded by Walden Hoi Ming Lam, Beth Esponnette, Kevin Martin.
Who are Unspun's investors?
Unspun's investors include Alumni Ventures, City Light, DCVC (Data Collective), E12 Venture Capital, Llc, Evolution Ventures, Fifty Years, Kyber Knight Capital, Lowercarbon Capital and 9 more.
How much funding has Unspun raised?
Unspun has disclosed $49.3M raised across 2 of its 4 known rounds.
Where is Unspun headquartered?
Unspun is headquartered in Emeryville, US.