Egal Raises $4M Series A to Make Period Products as Accessible as Toilet Paper
Summary
Egal, the company behind Pads on a Roll, has secured $4 million in Series A funding to expand its mission of making period products freely available in public restrooms. Its high time we made this much easier for people on the move, said Penelope Finnie, co-founder and CEO of Egal.The companys approach mirrors toilet paper logistics, working with established distributors like Staples, Grainger, and HD Supply. The companys global footprint extends across the United States, Canada, UK, Australia, Germany, Poland, South Africa, with upcoming launches in the UAE.Many airports are undergoing major renovations to improve the customer experience right now, noted Finnie. We are proud to be part of their enhancement plans so travelers and airport professionals can manage their periods with dignity, privacy and ease.The new funding will support hiring initiatives, increased market outreach, and continued global expansion. What began as a response to state mandates requiring free period products in schools has evolved into a broader movement to make these essential items as readily available as toilet paper in all public restrooms.