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HICKIES

eCommerce & Marketplaces · New York City, United States · Founded 2011

Never tie or untie your shoes again, turn your kicks into slip-ons, ditch those bows and customize your kicks. How do you live a #LifeWithoutLaces? MoreLess

HICKIES is a company that specializes in creating an innovative elastic lacing system designed to replace traditional shoelaces. The company's primary product, HICKIES Laces, offers a unique solution for individuals seeking enhanced comfort, flexibility, and convenience in their footwear. By eliminating the need to tie and untie shoelaces, HICKIES laces provide a secure fit that adapts to the wearer's foot, making them ideal for athletes, casual wearers, and children alike. Operating in the global footwear accessories market, HICKIES targets consumers who value both functionality and style. The business model revolves around direct-to-consumer sales through their website, as well as partnerships with retailers and wholesalers. Revenue is generated through the sale of individual laces, bundle sets, and special editions featuring collaborations with brands like Swarovski. The company also offers seasonal colors and designs to keep the product line fresh and appealing.

Keywords: elastic laces, footwear accessories, sneaker customization, comfort, flexibility, convenience, direct-to-consumer, global market, retail partnerships, innovative design.

Talent graph

HICKIES's talent

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Team profiled 8 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 1 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Investors

6 investors on HICKIES's cap table

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Series A 2 investors entered at this stage
Series B+ 4 investors entered at this stage
SFORZA
Endeavor Catalyst
Hertz Lichtenstein & Young
VAS Ventures

Global footprint

Where HICKIES has talent and traffic

Workforce by country
4 countries with
team presence
🇺🇸 United States40%
🇪🇸 Spain20%
🇩🇪 Germany20%
🇦🇷 Argentina20%
4 countries shown

Market sentiment

What the market is saying about HICKIES

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