The Founder Secures $5M Seed Round to Redefine Ethical Luxury for Global Professionals

We are thrilled to announce that The Founder, the distinguished lifestyle brand renowned for its handcrafted luxury clothing and accessories, has successfully secured $5,000,000 in funding. This exciting milestone marks a new chapter for a company that admires founders and celebrates the spirit of bespoke craftsmanship and ethical luxury. Founded in 2014 by passionate visionaries Eglantine Sir and Trond Urdahl in the iconic cities of Paris and London, The Founder has been a beacon for global professionals and travelers seeking to elevate their style with exclusive, meticulously crafted pieces. Our manufacturing remains firmly rooted in Europe, where our products come to life in family-owned factories with prestigious legacies, ensuring that every item meets the highest standards of quality and ethics. This significant capital injection will be dedicated to scaling our operations, expanding our innovative product lines, and reinforcing our long-standing commitment to ethical manufacturing. It will also allow us to further enhance our digital presence, reaching a broader audience around the world while continuing to collaborate with a handpicked selection of luxury retailers. As we look to the future, these funds will support efforts to develop sustainable practices, boost research and design capabilities, and secure The Founder’s reputation as a trusted name in luxury lifestyle apparel. We remain devoted to preserving the artisanal heritage and refined elegance that define our brand, empowering entrepreneurs who dare to dream and create with integrity and passion. This strategic investment is not just a financial milestone—it is a reaffirmation of our mission to honor creativity, skill, and the enduring spirit of true craftsmanship.