Knomo designs and manufactures bags and accessories—including bags, phone cases, tablet covers and charging accessories—built to carry, protect and organize digital devices. The company was established in 2004 by CEO Howard Harrison and operates out of London with offices in New York, Germany and Shanghai. Its products are sold into over 40 countries through roughly 600 retailers and online at www.knomo.com. Knomo secured £3m in funding from private equity firm Rockpool Investments and is using the funds to expand across the Atlantic. The company has also strengthened its management team with the addition of Fred Edwards as COO and Simon Wilkinson as Digital Director. No revenue or other financial metrics were disclosed in the article. Knomo designs and sells high-end accessories aimed at technology-focused consumers, blending style with tech-friendly features. Founded in 2004 and based in London, the company has expanded into 35 countries, including the US, Canada, China, Australia, South Africa and much of Europe. Knomo partners with selected retailers such as John Lewis, Harrods and Nordstrom while also growing its own e-commerce channel. The £1M investment will be used to bolster the company’s e-commerce platform and accelerate development of new tech-friendly products and designs. Management plans to develop knomo.com as a curated destination and to grow the wholesale business internationally in key locations. Hattington Capital will also provide strategic guidance on e-commerce, marketing, business strategy and financing.

Total raised

$5M

Funding rounds

2

Latest round

Equity

Latest activity

Oct 2016