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The Problem
The current card grading system creates serious friction:
- Slow: It can take up to 4 months to get a card graded.
- Expensive: Fees range from $20 to thousands per card.
- Unpredictable: There is little transparency about how grades are determined.
Collectors, resellers, and enthusiasts are left with delayed sales, lost profits, and no clear way to optimize their strategy.
The need for a faster, smarter, and more transparent solution is urgent.
The Solution
SlabSquad is an AI-powered mobile app that:
- Predicts PSA-style grades from a smartphone photo
- Delivers instant ROI insights based on live market data
- Will expand into a full platform for tracking, flipping, and trading cards
We are creating the go-to tool for modern collectors.
Market Opportunity
The global Trading Card Game (TCG) market was valued at $10.5 billion in 2024,
It is projected to reach $24.8 billion by 2033 with a 10.2% CAGR.
Over 21 million cards are projected to be graded this year.
New collectors are entering daily through influencer content and livestreams.
SlabSquad sits at the intersection of AI, gaming culture, and next-generation FinTech for collectibles.
Investor Brief
Why We Win
We are a lean, founder-led team with deep execution experience and real market insight:
- Kaitlyn Sitek – CEO, CFO, and CSO. A startup strategist and seven-figure Producer & Show Caller.
- Jamie Lynas – CPO and PM. Creator of the concept and expert in card markets.
We focus on systems that scale, a monetization-first strategy, and sustainable long-term value.
Our product flywheel is built to grow: grading leads to insights, which drive resale, and fuel repeat usage.
Product Status
MVP is currently in development.
Proof of concept is complete and core functionality has been validated.
Powered by OpenAI with mobile-first architecture.
Planned Features:
- Instant grading predictions from card photos
- ROI analysis using live market pricing
- Visual model training and accuracy refinement
Target Launch: MVP Beta Q4 2025
Investor Fit
We are opening our first round of outside capital to accelerate product development and go-to-market readiness.
This is a rare opportunity to get in early on a high-potential, founder-led AI company built on modern infrastructure and cultural momentum.
Raise Overview
- Stage: Pre-seed
- Amount: $100,000 to $250,000
- Structure: SAFE or Convertible Note
- Use of Funds:
- Finalize MVP and machine learning pipeline
- Build traction through TikTok/influencer-led marketing
- Launch phased beta and collect user data
- Establish monetization pathways pre-Series A
- Finalize MVP and machine learning pipeline
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a small number of aligned investors who bring more than just capital.
Ideal partners are:
- Creative thinkers who see value in niche, underserved markets
- Consumer product champions with a pulse on cultural trends (especially gaming, collectibles, or AI)
- Early believers comfortable investing pre-revenue and leaning into momentum
- Hands-on angels or microfunds who enjoy founder collaboration
Whether you write $10K or $100K checks, if you share our vision, we want to hear from you.