Popcultivator Comics

Popcultivator Comics

A fan-owned comic book studio led by a team of pros with over $150MM in sales

Print
Security Type
Preferred Stock
Categories
Media
Min Investment
$100
Location
Chicago, IL
Offering Date
September 21, 2020
Expected Close Date
January 13, 2021
Target Raise
$50.00K-$750.00K
Deal Notes

Price per Share: $0.88

Valuation
$3,520,000

Company Description

We create original comic book characters and stories and develop them into successful series, toys, and products. We create meaningful and authentic experiences by taking existing pop culture brands and content and elevating them through all forms of media and licensing. We're a team of entrepreneurs who built everything from the ground up, and are ready to build a whole new kind of company with the power of fan-based crowdfunding.

In five years, we hope to be one of the top producers of original comic book content in the country with licensed merchandise, film and television projects and a vast and deep bench of beloved characters, comic book sales, and special editions.Given the Company’s limited operating history, the Company cannot reliably estimate how much revenue it will receive in the future, if any.

Perks

Invest $250+ for Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases and 5% discount off of retail on any physical item sales we offer directly. 
$500+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. 10% discount off of retail on any physical item sales we offer directly.
$1,000+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. 20% discount off of retail on any physical item sales we offer directly. 
$5,000+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. Wholesale level discounts for all products released directly, equivalent to retailer accounts. All products made available to reserve at the same time they are opened to wholesalers, as well as limited edition direct to consumer merchandise. Access to purchase Comic Convention passes through exhibitor / guest connections when the company attends an event.
$7,500+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. Purchase any products the company produces directly AT COST* or 70% Retail Discount, whichever is greater. Includes limited edition merchandise. All products made available to reserve at the same time they are opened to wholesalers, as well as limited edition direct to consumer merchandise. Access to purchase Comic Convention passes through exhibitor / guest connections when the company attends an event. *Cost = price of manufacturing, tariffs, shipping, etc.
Invest $250+ for Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases and 5% discount off of retail on any physical item sales we offer directly. 
$500+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. 10% discount off of retail on any physical item sales we offer directly.
$1,000+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. 20% discount off of retail on any physical item sales we offer directly. 
$5,000+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. Wholesale level discounts for all products released directly, equivalent to retailer accounts. All products made available to reserve at the same time they are opened to wholesalers, as well as limited edition direct to consumer merchandise. Access to purchase Comic Convention passes through exhibitor / guest connections when the company attends an event.
$7,500+ Free digital copies of all comic books the company releases. Purchase any products the company produces directly AT COST* or 70% Retail Discount, whichever is greater. Includes limited edition merchandise. All products made available to reserve at the same time they are opened to wholesalers, as well as limited edition direct to consumer merchandise. Access to purchase Comic Convention passes through exhibitor / guest connections when the company attends an event. *Cost = price of manufacturing, tariffs, shipping, etc.

Key Deal Facts

We've worked with over 100 properties including Dog Man, Ninja Turtles, South Park, Muppets
We've worked with Marvel, Scholastic, Hasbro, DC, Image Comics, and more
We're a team of pop culture entrepreneurs from comics, toys, film, and collectibles
Over 100 years of combined experience developing and publishing original properties.
Creating and backing properties you can own a piece of in this $8 billion space

Use of Proceeds

$50,000

  • 92.5%: content acquisition
  • 7.5%: Wefunder intermediary fee.

$749,999

  • 25% for content acquisition
  • 30% for content creation
  • 30% will be allocated to labor, including management, and direct and indirect labor costs (our plan is to stretch this out for approximately 12 months)
  • 7.5% for marketing on social media
  • 7.5%: Wefunder intermediary fee.

Management Team / Advisory Board Bios

Josh Blaylock
Chief Creative & Executive Officer
Blaylock helped start the '80s retro pop culture craze 20 years ago (w/apparel & G.I. Joe comics), and forever changed the field. $50 Million in comics sales later, he continues to create original properties from sci-fi and fantasy to satire.

Michael Horn
Chief Business Development Officer
Having produced over $100 Million worth of pop culture merchandise, Mike has successfully built and exited several companies in his 25+ year career. Licensed properties acquired include Dog Man, Borderlands 2, Muppets and South Park

Stuart Bernstein
Chief Operating Officer
A highly accomplished entrepreneur with over 20 years in consumer goods and professional services sectors. His areas of expertise include finance and operations, strategic planning and sales and marketing strategy.

Jose Garibaldi
Director of All Ages Content
Top Illustrator and concept designer in animation & comics. Colorist for Dav Pilkey's Captain Underpants & Dog Man (nearly 100 million copies sold). Designer & development artist for Netflix/Dreamworks: TMNT, Lego Movie, Captain Underpants.

Kit Caoagas
Director Talent Management / Contributing Editor
An expert in comic book publishing & distribution logistics, Kit has risen to be a key figure in several comic book companies, with eight years experience also including Event Management and Crowdfunding execution.

Alma Silva
Director of Events, Investor Community Management
Expert in event programming, operations, and corporate retail with a ten year history in the comic book industry.

Shawn DePasquale
Dir. of Entertainment Development / Story Editor
Story editor for NYT best-seller, Writer & Editor published by Image Comics, Arcana Studios, Oni Press, Devil's Due Comics and more- Former CCO and EIC comedy publication BunnyEars.com.

Debbie Davis
VP of Accounting / Controller
Debbie has worked in comics for 15 years, as well as for tech-startups & major corporations, managing accounting, bookkeeping, office admin, payroll, purchasing, & more. Clients include Devil's Due Comics, Boom! Studios, ClayCo & Knnected.

Mark Powers
Consulting Editor / Author
Former Sr. Editor of X-Men at Marvel Comics. Author of several comic book titles, best known for G.I.Joe, Dresden Files, and his critically acclaimed creator-owned title, Drafted.

Deal Notes

Price per Share: $0.88

Amount Raised : $0
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