Garage
+6%
est. 2Y upside i
Building the marketplace that powers America’s most essential assets
Rank
#1910
Sector
Marketplace
Est. Liquidity
~4Y
Data Quality
Data: LowJoining Garage today offers a modest 2-year expected equity upside of ~5.8% based on the assumed $50M valuation and $8.2M projected revenue.
Last updated: August 4, 2026
With a strong exit multiple (~10x forward revenue) driven by an IPO window or category leadership, projected revenue of $8.2M in 24 months implies an $82M exit valuation, up from $50M entry — a ~64% gain. This assumes the marketplace achieves network effects in the niche.
At a 6x forward revenue multiple, the company's $8.2M projected revenue supports a $49M valuation, roughly flat vs. $50M entry. Base case reflects steady growth but no multiple expansion, leaving investors with modest downside.
If growth disappoints or public-market comps compress to 3x forward revenue, the $8.2M revenue yields a $24.6M valuation — a 51% loss. While above the $18M liquidation preference, the concentrated buyer and reliance on fire department budgets create downside risk.
Preference Stack Risk
severeFunding Intensity
36%$18M of raised capital sits ahead of common; at the assumed $50M valuation, this is a 36% overhang.
Dilution Risk
low$18M total funding with a 25-person team implies a multi-year runway, reducing near-term dilution risk.
Secondary Liquidity
noneNo secondary shares or tender offers have been reported; equity is likely illiquid until an exit.
Engineering — 2 roles
- Founding Designer · New York City
- Software Engineer · New York City
Growth — 2 roles
- Account Executive · New York City
- Growth Ops · New York City
General — 1 role
- Founding Recruiter · New York City
Last updated: March 10, 2026
Questions to Ask at the Interview
Strategic questions based on Garage's data — designed to show you've done your homework.
- 1
“What are the key monetization levers (take rate, volume growth) to reach $10M+ ARR within 24 months?”
- 2
“How does Garage plan to expand beyond fire apparatus into other essential equipment verticals?”
- 3
“What is the company's philosophy on employee equity, including ownership %, option pool, and any early liquidity programs?”
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