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One of the most anticipated IPOs of the year happened when neobank Chime raised $864 million in its IPO, pricing its shares at $27. Despite falling below its last private valuation of $25 billion, the shares opened at $42, reaching $14.5 billion in a day of heavy trading.
The Rise of Chime
The Struggle
Chime faced numerous challenges, including layoffs and regulatory disputes. However, its biggest hurdle came in 2016 when it was rejected by 100 VCs while trying to raise an extension to its Series A.
A Seed of Hope
Just when Chime was almost out of money, a single seed investor, Lauren Kolodny, took a chance on the company, leading a $9 million extension that saved Chime from collapsing.
Turning the Tide
Thanks to Kolodny’s investment, Chime went on to raise $2.65 billion as a private company. The company’s IPO success is a testament to resilience and belief in their mission.
Chime’s success story serves as an inspiration to startups facing rejection and adversity. As they continue to disrupt the financial industry, Chime’s journey from near-death to a multi-billion-dollar IPO is a testament to perseverance and determination.
