Kizik
Hands-free footwear with patented step-in tech
Jan
2019
Company Event
Nike investment/licensing relationship
Jan
2020
Frazier Event
The first of several Frazier VC Fund IV primary investments through 2024 including convertible note, Series A, Series B
Jul
2022
Company Event
$20M Series B
Jan
2024
Frazier Event
Frazier VC Fund IV primary investment
Capital Events Timeline
Company Overview
Kizik (HandsFree Labs) is the creator of hands-free footwear built around patented step-in technology allowing wearers to put on shoes without bending down or tying laces.
Why We Invested
Kizik's hands-free technology and product design create a unique customer experience difficult for competitors to replicate, with strong patent protection.
Investment Vehicle
Frazier VC Fund IV, Frazier VC Fund V
Investor
Frazier VC
Founded
2017
Sector
Consumer & Education
Legal Name
HandsFree Labs, Inc. (Kizik)
Status
Active
Other Investors
Nike, The Newcastle Network, HELM Investment Group