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The Grommet is a product launch marketplace that allows users to discover and buy novelty gift products from retailers.
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Personalization Universe is Grommet's #1 rival. Personalization Universe was founded in null in , New York. Personalization Universe is in the field. Personalization Universe generates $ less revenue than Grommet.
Mapiful is one of Grommet's top competitors. Mapiful is headquartered in Stockholm, Stockholms län, and was founded in 2014. Mapiful competes in the field. Mapiful generates 9.30% the revenue of Grommet.
Signals Catalogue is seen as one of Grommet's top competitors. Signals Catalogue was founded in 1986, and its headquarters is in Hudson, Ohio. Like Grommet, Signals Catalogue also operates in the Logistics, Wholesalers & Retail Distributors space. Signals Catalogue has 35 fewer employees than Grommet.
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Grommet Acquisitions
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Grommet Funding History
Since Grommet was founded in 2008, it has participated in 5 rounds of funding. In total Grommet has raised $5.3M. Grommet's last funding round was on Sep 2012 for a total of $0
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Series B
Sep 2012
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Debt
Sep 2011
$882.5K
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Debt
Feb 2011
$575K
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Dec 2010
$475.5K
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Series A
Mar 2010
$3.4M
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Since Grommet was founded in 2008, it has participated in 5 rounds of funding. In total Grommet has raised $5.3M. Grommet's last funding round was on Sep 2012 for a total of $0
Grommet Investments
No recent investments found related to Grommet
Grommet News
October 12, 2017Hardware Retailing
Why Did Ace Hardware Buy an E-Commerce Business?
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October 6, 2017campfire
Ace Hardware acquires majority stake in e-commerce startup The Grommet
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October 4, 2017Xconomy
"Ace Wants Us to Be Ourselves"
For Jules Pieri, the purchase of a majority stake in her company, The Grommet, by Ace Hardware was pe... See more »
October 3, 2017The Business Journals: Chicago
Ace Hardware makes its first startup acquisition with The Grommet
Ace Hardware, the 93-year-old national hardware retailer, has acquired a majority stake in e-commerce... See more »
November 29, 2016HBS Dealer
Makers and Grommets
Aiming to discover what's next, the co-op signs a deal with a new-product platform. Read more...... See more »
March 17, 2016Internet Retailer
The Grommet grows its executive ranks
The online marketplace promoted three executives to lead technology, product development and financia... See more »
February 12, 2016Internet Retailer
The Grommet grows its senior leadership team
The marketplace named Jillian Balis chief marketing officer and Siobhan Dullea chief growth officer.... See more »
Grommet Blogs
October 20, 2020Grommet Blog
14 Really Cool Christmas Gifts To Give in 2020
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October 10, 2020Grommet Blog
Unique Christmas Gift Ideas For Everyone On Your List
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September 10, 2020Grommet Blog
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July 2, 2020Grommet Blog
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June 22, 2020Grommet Blog
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June 19, 2020Grommet Blog
Go Outside And Play: Fun Yard Games
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June 16, 2020Grommet Blog
Inspired By Kids, Made By Dads
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Grommet Press Releases
April 30, 2016PRWeb
Kickstarter-Backed Chatlight Launches On The Grommet
Chatlight is a leading mobile lighting device and now available for purchase on The Grommet. The Grom... See more »
January 6, 2015BUSINESS WIRE
The Grommet Embarks on Nationwide Trade Show Tour
SOMERVILLE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Grommet, the leading product launch site for innovative, new-... See more »
November 13, 2014BUSINESS WIRE
The Grommet Partners with Local Boston Boutique for "Pop-In" Shop Experience
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October 24, 2014PRWEB
The Grommet Named to Boston Globe Magazine and The Commonwealth Institute's (TCI) 2014 list of Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts
The Grommet Listed as #44 of 100 Top Women-Led Businesses(PRWeb October 24, 2014)Read the full story ... See more »
October 16, 2014PRWEB
Jules Pieri, CEO of The Grommet Honored by Goldman Sachs for Entrepreneurship
Pieri among 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs at 2014 Builders + Innovators Summit(PRWeb October 16, ... See more »
July 21, 2014PRWEB
The Grommet to Debut new Wholesale Exhibit at NY Now
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June 18, 2014PRWEB
The Grommet Launches Wholesale Ecommerce Platform As Part of the White House Maker Faire
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Grommet Videos
September 25, 2017Grommet Youtube Channel
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The Grommet is a product launch marketplace that allows users to discover and buy novelty gift products from retailers. Grommet was founded in 2008. Grommet's headquarters is located in Somerville, Massachusetts, USA 02144. It has raised 5.3M in 5 rou...
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When was Grommet founded?
Grommet was founded in 2008How much revenue does Grommet generate?
Grommet generates $45.7M in revenueHow much funding does Grommet have?
Grommet has historically raised $5.3M in fundingWhere is Grommet's headquarters?
Grommet's headquarters is in Somerville Massachusetts, USA
How many employees does Grommet have?
Grommet has 95 employeesWhat sector does Grommet operate in?
Grommet is in Logistics, Wholesalers & Retail DistributorsWho are Grommet's competitors?
Grommet's top competitors are Personalization Universe, Mapiful, Signals Catalogue