D2C footwear brand Built raises $2 million funding led by Tanglin Venture Partners

Summary

Built raised $2 million led by Tanglin Venture Partners to expand its natural-movement footwear line, team, and adjacent product set.

Why it matters

Niche D2C still raises if the product story is specific and the supply-chain plan is credible enough to support growth.

Founder/operator read

Tight positioning matters more than a broad catalog; use capital to prove fit, improve fulfillment, and reduce friction in the purchase cycle.

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