AXIA Time announced the closing of a seed funding round to support product expansion, team growth, and continued development of strategic partnerships across sports, academia, and government institutions.
The round was led by Culper Capital Partners and Amity Supply. As part of the investment, Culper Capital’s managing partner Adam S. Cook will join AXIA’s board of directors.
The funding follows a period of growth for AXIA Time, including its designation as the official timepiece of the College Football Playoff and its partnership with the Heisman Trophy. The company has also launched special edition watches in collaboration with Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza, while expanding licensing agreements with universities and undertaking custom projects with organizations such as the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and the United States Secret Service.
Proceeds from the round will be used to grow the company’s team, introduce new product designs, scale partnerships, and provide working capital to meet increasing demand tied to its institutional and global collaborations.
AXIA Time specializes in heirloom-quality, Swiss-made timepieces designed to commemorate significant personal and professional milestones. The brand emphasizes craftsmanship, storytelling, and personalization, positioning its products as long-lasting symbols of achievement rather than traditional luxury accessories.
The company aims to expand its presence through high-profile partnerships and global storytelling initiatives, leveraging investor expertise in both consumer branding and operational scaling.
KEY QUOTES:
“AXIA was built on a simple belief: the moments that define us deserve to be remembered in a way that lasts. To see that vision resonate with partners and investors who understand the meaning behind what we are building is incredibly meaningful. This investment allows us to continue honoring those moments at a larger scale, while staying true to the craftsmanship, intention, and care that define every piece we create.”
John Kanaras, Founder, AXIA Time
“AXIA represents a rare combination of product quality, niche market positioning, and brand authenticity. John and his team have built a business with strong fundamentals and a clear vision, and we are excited to partner with them as they scale and continue to execute that vision.”
Adam S. Cook, Managing Partner, Culper Capital Partners
“AXIA has created something that goes beyond traditional luxury by tapping into emotion, identity, and the moments that matter most. We see significant opportunity to grow the brand through meaningful partnerships and global storytelling, and we are proud to support the team in this next phase of growth.”
Matt Higgins, Co-Founder, Amity Supply
