About Atoms
Atoms is a privately held direct-to-consumer footwear brand based in Brooklyn, New York, that designs, develops, and sells minimalist everyday sneakers. The company is best known for offering shoes in quarter sizes for a precise fit, along with features like antimicrobial copper lining, proprietary foam midsoles, and elastic laces. Customers can order multiple sizes to try at home, keeping the pair that fits best.
Company details
Funding
Total raised
$17M
Last stage
Series A
Investors
Founders
Sidra Qasim
Co-founded Atoms with Waqas Ali; previously co-founded Markhor, a Pakistani dress shoe startup. Named CEO of Atoms in 2022. Y Combinator alum.
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Waqas Ali
Co-founded Atoms and previously served as CEO. Also co-founded Markhor with Sidra Qasim. Y Combinator alum focused on design, creative strategy, and marketing.
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