Shop-Ware builds a software platform that helps neighborhood auto-repair shops digitize operations, including employee-hours tracking, inventory ordering, QuickBooks integration, and customer communication via text and web. Founder Carolyn Coquillette began the idea while running a San Francisco auto shop, Luscious Garage, and incorporated the company after developing the product by 2015. The company has tripled its customer base and reduced churn recently, though it has not disclosed revenue or profitability. It had struggled historically to attract venture capital, with Bosch being its only major investor until this financing. Shop-Ware plans to use the new funding to fuel growth across operations, sales, and marketing. The startup positions itself against concierge services and shop-management competitors by enabling independent shops to modernize without being consolidated.

Total raised

$15M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Series A

Latest activity

Dec 2020