Clearco

Clearco is a Canadian fintech company founded in 2015 by Michele Romanow and Andrew D'Souza, headquartered in Toronto. Originally known as Clearbanc, the company rebranded in 2021 to highlight its focus on long-term partnerships beyond financing. Clearco specializes in non-dilutive revenue-share agreements for startups, utilizing Artificial Intelligence to evaluate potential investments based on ad spend and unit economics. The company offers equity-free investments ranging from $10,000 to $10 million, providing a unique funding model that emphasizes revenue growth rather than equity ownership. Clearco's technology-driven approach streamlines the funding process, allowing for rapid decisions and increasing access to capital for underrepresented groups. With a portfolio of over 7,000 funded companies across various sectors, Clearco has a reported success rate exceeding 90%. The company also provides fast approval times, flexible repayment terms, and dedicated account management to support its clients.