The startup operates a retail platform that facilitates the buying, selling, and investing in sports cards, featuring daily box breaks for new packs across various sports. This platform enhances the card collecting experience by connecting hobbyists and providing a streamlined marketplace for transactions.
Funding
$2.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Collectors often face challenges in accessing and acquiring specific sports cards due to limited availability, high costs, and the complexities of traditional marketplaces. Participating in group breaks can be inefficient, as collectors are often forced to accept randomized teams or players, diluting the value they receive.
Solution
The Coffee Breakers is an online platform that provides a streamlined marketplace for buying, selling, and participating in sports card breaks. The platform offers both personal breaks, where individuals can purchase entire boxes or packs, and online group breaks with options like "hit drafts" and "pick your team" formats. This allows collectors to target specific cards and teams, reducing the risk of unwanted cards and maximizing the value of their investment. The Coffee Breakers also facilitates the buying and selling of individual graded cards and memorabilia, creating a comprehensive ecosystem for sports card enthusiasts.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes sports card collectors, hobbyists, and investors looking for a convenient and engaging platform to buy, sell, and participate in card breaks.
Features
- Online platform for buying and selling sports cards, packs, and memorabilia.
- "Break" formats include "hit drafts," "pick your team," and "slab wars" for varied collecting preferences.
- Personal breaks allow customers to purchase and open entire boxes or packs.
- Marketplace for graded cards, supplies, and collector merchandise.
- Live daily streams on platforms like TikTok, eBay Live, Instagram, Whatnot, and Twitch.
- Options for submitting cards for grading services like PSA.