Lori Coulter
InvestorFounderOperator Advisor at Redbud VC · Founder at Summersalt
St. Louis, Missouri
FoundedSummersalt
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About
Lori Coulter is the co-founder and CEO of Summersalt, a direct-to-consumer apparel brand focused on a data-driven approach to fit and sustainability in swimwear and clothing, which she founded in 2016 and which has raised over $30 million. Earlier in her career she launched a made-to-measure swimwear business that used 3D body scanning technology. She holds a degree from Washington University in St. Louis and its Olin Business School, where she has also served as an adjunct faculty member and mentor.
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ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Founder at Summersalt
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is Lori Coulter?
- Lori Coulter is the co-founder and CEO of Summersalt, a direct-to-consumer apparel brand focused on a data-driven approach to fit and sustainability in swimwear and clothing, which she founded in 2016 and which has raised over $30 million. Earlier in her career she launched a made-to-measure swimwear business that used 3D body scanning technology. She holds a degree from Washington University in St. Louis and its Olin Business School, where she has also served as an adjunct faculty member and mentor.
- Where does Lori Coulter work?
- Lori Coulter is Founder of Summersalt and Operator Advisor at Redbud VC.
- What does Lori Coulter invest in?
- Lori Coulter invests in Consumer, Direct to Consumer, E-commerce.
- What companies did Lori Coulter found?
- Lori Coulter founded Summersalt.
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