Nardo Raises $716K in Pre-seed Round

Nardo helps amateur sports clubs manage team uniforms and apparel through a digital platform, making the process faster and easier. The new funding will support the company's expansion into the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Middle East.

“The issue was never just the product, it was the entire operating model,” Catley said.

“Clubs were navigating fragmented suppliers, unclear pricing and manual processes that created friction at every stage. We built Nardo to simplify the entire experience and give clubs one connected system from design through to delivery.”

“For too long, local clubs have been stuck with outdated systems just to get players on the pitch. What Nardo is building gives clubs access to better tools, stronger identity and a far more professional experience,” he said.

“What impressed me is that this isn’t just an apparel business, it’s technology solving a real operational problem for clubs. The opportunity globally is massive and I believe Nardo is building something that can genuinely change how grassroots sport operates.”

Founded in 2023 by Beau Catley, The idea for Nardo came when Catley noticed major problems in the teamwear supply chain. A simple request from a local sports club showed that more than 130 different steps were involved in getting uniforms for a team. Seeing how complicated and inefficient the process was inspired him to create a better solution.

To build the business, Catley teamed up with co-founders Rhys Adams and Adam Famularo. Together, they worked closely with local soccer and rugby league clubs to understand every step of the apparel ordering process. This research helped them develop a platform that solves the everyday challenges faced by sports club administrators and volunteers.

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