Minted

Minted is an online design marketplace founded in 2007 by Mariam Naficy that crowdsources art and graphic design from a global community of independent artists. Through monthly design challenges open to all, the platform uses community voting and analytics to curate its product selection — which spans stationery, wedding invitations, wall art, home décor, and personalized gifts. Winning artists earn commissions on every sale and receive storefronts on the platform. Minted handles manufacturing, fulfillment, and customer service, enabling artists to run businesses at scale. The company is backed by Benchmark Capital, Menlo Ventures, Technology Crossover Ventures, and Norwest Venture Partners, and has raised approximately $190 million in capital. Its products have reached over 40 million homes.