FRESHA RAISES $80M FROM KKR AT $1B+ VALUATION

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SAT, MAY 23, 2026

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Beauty and wellness booking marketplace Fresha secured $80 million in growth equity funding from KKR's Next Generation Technology Growth fund. The London-based company has now raised $285 million total and achieved unicorn status.

Fresha operates a booking platform connecting consumers with beauty and wellness service providers. The marketplace enables salons, spas, and wellness practitioners to manage appointments and customer relationships. The $80 million Series C round values the company at over $1 billion, marking a significant milestone for the five-year-old startup. KKR's investment signals confidence in Fresha's business model and market position. The funding brings Fresha's total capital raised to $285 million. Previous investors include Index Ventures and other growth-stage backers. The company plans to use the new capital for product development, geographic expansion, and strengthening its platform infrastructure. Fresha operates across multiple markets and continues expanding its presence in the beauty and wellness sector, competing in a space that has seen increased digital transformation in appointment booking and business management.

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