The Republic Rundown — Feb ‘21

Here are the startups that launched campaigns in February, several which are sold out!

Aether Beauty: Disrupting the $500B beauty industry with clean+sustainable makeup that works (Eco, Female Founders)

Aether Beauty is a clean makeup brand that is both effective and safe. Banning over 2700 ingredients and developing recyclable packaging, we bridge the gap between clean ingredients and effective product performance for those interested in healthier makeup for themselves and the planet.

SOLD OUT: Asaak: Next generation asset-backed loans for Africa (Social Impact, Backed by Resolute Ventures 500 Startups, Social Capital, HOF Capital)

Asaak was founded with the mission to unlock financial services for all Africans. Our first product is credit, strategically starting with the idea that we can meet a person’s immediate need for capital today and help them save and invest tomorrow.

SOLD OUT: Backstage Capital: Investment adviser focused on people of color, women and LGBTQ+ founders (Social Impact, Female Founders, LGBTQ+ Founders, Black Founders)

By investing in more than 160 companies since 2015, Backstage has provided founders with necessary funding, opened the door to the venture capital ecosystem, and led the way for a new approach to venture capital investing.