GET A PIECE OF THE BUILDCLUB
On-Demand Building & Home Improvement Supplies
$516,528.12 Raised
REASONS TO INVEST
The BuildClub has demonstrated significant growth and market traction. Since their launch a short 2 years ago, BuildClub has completed 5,000 deliveries of over 240,000 items. With 50,000 users registered on their website, 300,000+ website visitors per month and 10,000 active customers, say goodbye to traffic and the long lines at home improvement stores.
According to recent data, the U.S. construction category is a $250B industry and within this sector, there is a $9B addressable “need it now” market. Additionally, the industry is composed of more than 680K employers, with over 7M employees, responsible for nearly $1.3T in new construction projects each year.
The BuildClub’s CEO and founder, Stephen Forte, possesses a level of industry experience that is rare in the startup space. Throughout his career he has cultivated an extensive background in B2B supply chain logistics, mobile apps and software, with 15 awarded. Managing public and private companies with operations in 63 countries, Forte has executed meaningful exits from multiple tech enterprises, and led P&Ls from startups to over $1B.
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the pitch
The BuildClub’s mission is to liberate contractors and homeowners from the inefficiency of sourcing building supplies and materials. Providing a disruptive alternative to home improvement stores and wholesale houses, we offer same-day, on-site delivery, at the click of a button, and at a highly competitive price point. Since launching, we have been on the fast-track for growth, setting the stage for expansion into 15 additional cities in 2023. The BuildClub has raised $4M in funding from over 40 CEOs in the construction, building materials, finance venture, and manufacturing sectors in addition to venture capital and a $5b construction company.
Streamlined Sourcing, Shopping, and Delivery For Everything You Need To Build
The BuildClub was created to offer an intelligent tech-based sourcing solution for building materials and home improvement supplies. On our online platform, everyone from homeowners to contractors can skip the trip and have everything delivered directly, so they never have to waste time traveling off-site or shopping around for the best price.
From roofing and lumber to plumbing and electrical materials, our AI algorithms aggregate the buying process – scanning over 15M products per day in 14 cities, from 225 suppliers – allowing us to find the best possible price and pass additional savings on to our customers.
The problem & our solution
Outsourcing Material Acquisition and Delivery For Maximum On-Site Efficiency
Before The BuildClub, sourcing and acquiring building materials meant traveling to multiple big box outlets and specialty stores. It’s also been our observation that the market offers very few options for getting materials delivered quickly. At the job site, contractors typically have to work with multiple vendors and receive items on a staggered timeline, which costs valuable time and creates overly complicated logistics.
In order to overcome these inefficiencies, what The BuildClub has developed is a one-stop-shop solution, with the capability to source all materials and expedite delivery on-demand. As a result, contractors are able to stay on the job site, doing what they do best, and our DIY customers have more free time to complete projects without ever leaving home. Regardless of the size and scope of your project, The BuildClub will deliver exactly what you need, when and where you need it, and all at the same price or less than traditional suppliers.
Awards
The company has received multiple recognitions within our industry. In 2022 The BuildClub was chosen by Suffolk Construction – a $6B construction company – to be part of its BOOST program cohort, receiving an investment from Suffolk.
And in 2023, we were selected by Cemex Ventures as one of the top 50 ConTech startups (source). 
The Market & Our Traction
Achieving Five-Star Success With $3M Annual Revenue and Over 240K Items Delivered
The BuildClub launched in March 2021 and in just under two years, we have tripled our annual revenue to over $3M, converting 10,000 contractors and homeowners into loyal customers. We have completed over 5,000 transactions, delivering over 240K items and our services have earned The BuildClub over 150 5-star Google customer reviews. Today, the site has nearly 50K registered users, and continues to grow, attracting as many as 400K unique visitors each month.
The BuildClub has successfully introduced its scalable model in California, Nevada, and Arizona, and is now on track to launch in 15 additional cities, tracking over 200M building material products per day in 30 metro areas nationwide. In addition to geographic growth we plan to expand our business segments with large contractors and government agencies, including the U.S. Department of Defense.
*This testimonial may not be representative of the experience of other customers and is not a guarantee of future performance or success.
Why Invest
We’ve Laid The Foundation For Future Growth, Now Come Build With Us!
Building on our own model for success and scaling our national footprint, The BuildClub will soon be expanding nationwide in 15 additional metropolitan markets, and we believe as our volume grows, so will our margins. With support from funding, next steps for the company include developing a subscription model, piloting enterprise offerings, and enhancing our platform’s capabilities to include more customer-facing software tools.
Although The BuildClub has a coveted term sheet from a Silicon Valley venture firm, we want to partner with our customers, contractors, home owners and DIY pros and we’re excited to have you be a part of our big plans. Become an investor with us today!
ABOUT
HEADQUARTERS
530 Lytton Avenue, 2nd Floor
Palo Alto, CA 94301
WEBSITE
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The BuildClub is a Silicon Valley startup that offers same-day, on-site delivery of building materials – 7 days a week. Leveraging AI and Machine Learning technology, The BuildClub provides a disruptive alternative to home improvement stores and wholesale warehouses. The Company is currently operating in California, Arizona, and Nevada, and has grown 258% in 2022 generating an annual revenue of $3M, and is poised to launch an additional 15 cities in 2023. The BuildClub allows contractors and homeowners to skip the trip, and finish faster.
TEAM
Stephen Forte
Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Sole Director
Mr. Forte is an expert in mobile apps and software with 28 patents filed and 15 awarded. Mr. Forte has founded and had meaningful exits from multiple tech startups, has been CEO of public and private companies, managed operations in 63 countries, and led P&Ls from startups to over US$1 billion.
Pavel Kirakosyan
Director of Engineering
Andrew Barron
Operations Manager
Omar Dickens
Operations and Logistics Coordinator
Adrian Trujillo
Customer Service Manager
He oversees all aspects of the sales process and to ensure excellent customer satisfaction. He is responsible for developing and implementing sales strategies, managing sales pipelines, and building strong relationships with customers.
Adrian is a results-driven individual with a proven track record of achieving and exceeding his goals working with our customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Monica Portillo
Customer Service Manager
Carolina Reyes
Customer Service
Maksym Dicktor
Data Scientist / Python Developer
Maksim's expertise spans a wide range of areas, including Data Analytics, Relational Databases & Non-Relational Databases, Data Structure & Algorithms, Machine Learning/Deep Learning Algorithm, Linux, Big data, Caching mechanisms, Web Architecture, Python, JS, and PHP. He is well-versed in these technologies and has the ability to use them to create innovative and effective solutions.
Throughout his career, Maksim has worked on numerous projects that have allowed him to showcase his talents. He has developed software for a variety of industries, including healthcare, finance, and education. His ability to tackle complex challenges and deliver results has earned him a reputation as a skilled and reliable developer.
With his knowledge, skills, and passion, he has the potential to make a lasting impact on the field of data analytics and beyond.
Maksym works approximately 10-20 hours per week for BuildClub.
Lilit Sargsyan
Test Engineer
Lilit works approximately 10-20 hours per week for BuildClub.
Artur Garbuzyan
Front end developer
Being a developer for him means getting excited when a program runs from scratch and performs its purpose, not being able to rest when there is a bug in the program, and acting to fix it, breathe the world of programming, learn new things, and admire this world over and over again.
Artur works approximately 10-20 hours per week for BuildClub.
Shahen Antonyan
Senior mobile engineer
Shahen works approximately 10-20 hours per week for BuildClub.
TERMS
The BuildClub
Overview
PRICE PER SHARE
$4
DEADLINE
Nov 3, 2023
VALUATION
$36.96M
FUNDING GOAL
$15k - $1.24M
Breakdown
MIN INVESTMENT
$248
MAX INVESTMENT
$1,235,000
MIN NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
3,750
MAX NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
308,750
OFFERING TYPE
Equity
ASSET TYPE
Preferred Stock
SHARES OFFERED
Series A Preferred Stock
Maximum Number of Shares Offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares
*Maximum number of shares offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares. See Bonus info below.
Time-Based Perks
Friends and Family - First 72 hours | 15% bonus shares
Super Early Bird - Next 72 hours | 10% bonus shares
Early Bird Bonus - Next 7 days | 5% bonus shares
Volume-Based Perks
Tier 1 Perk — Invest $500+ and receive 5% off first order
Tier 2 Perk — Invest $1000+ and receive 10% off first order
Tier 3 Perk — Invest $5,000+ and receive 10% off first order + BuildClub swag
Tier 4 Perk — Invest $10,000+ and receive 15% off first order + BuildClub swag + 5% bonus shares
Tier 5 Perk — Invest $25,000+ and receive 20% off first order + Zoom call with founder + BuildClub swag + 10% bonus shares
Tier 6 Perk — Invest $50,000+ and receive 10% off all orders for 1 year + BuildClub swag + dinner with founder + 15% bonus shares
*In order to receive perks from an investment, one must submit a single investment in the same offering that meets the minimum perk requirement. Bonus shares from perks will not be granted if an investor submits multiple investments that, when combined, meet the perk requirement. All perks occur when the offering is completed.
The 10% StartEngine Owners' Bonus
BuildClub will offer 10% additional bonus shares for all investments that are committed by investors that are eligible for the StartEngine Crowdfunding Inc. OWNer's bonus.
This means eligible StartEngine shareholders will receive a 10% bonus for any shares they purchase in this offering. For example, if you buy 100 shares of Preferred Stock at $4 per share, you will receive 110 Preferred Shares, meaning you'll own 110 shares for $400. Fractional shares will not be distributed and share bonuses will be determined by rounding down to the nearest whole share.
This 10% Bonus is only valid during the investors eligibility period. Investors eligible for this bonus will also have priority if they are on a waitlist to invest and the company surpasses its maximum funding goal. They will have the first opportunity to invest should room in the offering become available if prior investments are canceled or fail.
Loyalty Bonus - Loyalty Bonus: Receive 10% bonus shares in BuildClub's current offering on StartEngine if you've (i) previously invested in this issuer, (ii) have previously purchased from BuildClub as a customer; or (iii) indicated interest by signing up to receive news regarding the offering on BuildClubs's domain (iiii) are a member of YPO. Note: Loyalty Bonus is awarded via investor email address and investors who qualify for this bonus in multiple ways will receive maximum 10% bonus shares from the Loyalty Bonus.
Investors will receive the highest single bonus they are eligible for among the bonuses based on the amount invested and time of offering elapsed (if any). Eligible investors will also receive the Owner’s Bonus and the Loyalty Bonus in addition to the aforementioned bonus.
Irregular Use of Proceeds
The Company will not incur any irregular use of proceeds.
NEW UPDATES
09.22.23
Join Us for the Webinar!
Hey BuildClub Community,
The countdown has begun! In just ONE WEEK, on September 29th at 1:30 PM, we're hosting a groundbreaking webinar that you won't want to miss.
Join The BuildClub's CEO, Stephen Forte, as he delves into the core of our revolutionary approach to the construction industry.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of how The BuildClub leverages technology to create a transparent and efficient marketplace for construction materials. Stephen Forte will be taking your questions, providing insights, and sharing his vision for the future.
Reserve your spot today to stay ahead of the curve and be part of a construction revolution!
Register now to secure your spot!
Warmly,
The BuildClub
09.21.23
BuildClub announces new software API at Procore Groundbreak conference
BuildClub is joining the Procore partner program, and is at the Procore Groundbreak conference in Chicago this week to announce it is opening its API for 3rd party software integration. Many software companies have requested access to BuildClub's database of over 300 million records of building material prices, inventory levels and locations nationwide. BuildClub plans to now license data access for construction estimation software, allowing partners to get real time pricing and availability of materials. It is a game changer in construction estimate accuracy, and BuildClub is proud to be leading the way towards modernizing today's construction purchasing and estimating process.
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ALL UPDATES
Stack Owner's Bonus & Rewards!
Members get an extra 10% shares in addition to rewards below!
REWARDS
$248
Earn 10% Bonus Shares
Earn 10% bonus shares in this investment and all eligible investments for an entire year. If you are not already an Owners bonus holder, you can join now, for $275, billed annually.
$500
Tier 1 Perk
Invest $500+ and receive 5% off first order
$1,000
Tier 2 Perk
Invest $1000+ and receive 10% off first order
$5,000
Tier 3 Perk
Invest $5,000+ and receive 10% off first order + BuildClub swag
$10,000
Tier 4 Perk
Invest $10,000+ and receive 15% off first order + BuildClub swag + 5% bonus shares
$25,000
Tier 5 Perk
Invest $25,000+ and receive 20% off first order + Zoom call with founder + BuildClub swag + 10% bonus shares
$50,000
Tier 6 Perk
Invest $50,000+ and receive 10% off all orders for 1 year + BuildClub swag + dinner with founder + 15% bonus shares
JOIN THE DISCUSSION
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Kevin Rivera
a month ago
Hi Forte, in Kingscrowd webinar you mentioned delivering to Puerto Rico, do you plan to be fully available in that market? (I’m from Puerto Rico)
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Guillermo Hernandez
a month ago
The 'Technology Webinar' was excellent. Thanks !!!
I was very impressed with the whole webinar but specially the map on minute 21 showing an example of the shortage of Insulation materials in Nevada. Every investor should watch it. Very entertainment and informative.
I have a silly question using the same example of the Insulation in Nevada: Why not use the system to identify the stores in the States/Cities running low on inventory (of any product) and contact the stores and make the sale ?
(As opposed to just waiting for stores to find BuildClub's website).
This would be a good way to introduce BuildClub to Retailers and prevent scarcity of some products in many areas.
Thanks for all you do to improve the world.
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Edward Zawacki
a month ago
Hello Stephen! Well done on the webinar…Very informative about how the tech side of BuildClub is so important and game changing in the industry! Thanks! :)
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Irene Kane
a month ago
Can you send a link for the Technology Webinar? I was unable to see it live. Thanks
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Adam Sampson
2 months ago
Do you all plan to close this round at the end of this month still?
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Robert Bohrer
2 months ago
What is the dollar amount of BKPO's investment?
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David Johansson
2 months ago
Love this concept and I'm very excited to be an investor. How do we share the news with construction companies that might need this service?
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Adam Sampson
2 months ago
Are the patents listed under your bio specifically for The Buildclub or ones you have received in general?
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Edward Zawacki
2 months ago
Hello Stephen,
Well done on your webinar…It was very insightful and answered many questions!
If you don’t mind…just a couple more….
What do you see as BuildClub’s biggest challenges over the next year and do you have plans to successfully overcome them?
As you expand into the many new 2-hour delivery markets how is quality control maintained?
Thanks again!! :)
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