THE OPPORTUNITY
Collector's Vault Connect Incorporated (CVC) is a Vertical SaaS and Fintech platform designed to modernize the $622B global collectibles industry.
We bridge the gap between physical retail inventory (Local Comic Shops) and the digital portfolios of enthusiasts. By leveraging AI-powered computer vision and serverless cloud architecture, CVC provides real-time valuation, automated inventory indexing, and a secure trading ecosystem that transforms hobbies into managed financial assets.
$622B
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
$45B+
Serviceable Market (Comics/TCG)
25%
"Kidult" Market Share (Adult Investors)
CRASH!
THE PROBLEM: MARKET INEFFICIENCIES
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The Retail Bottleneck: Independent stores sit on millions in "dead" backstock because manual cataloging is too labor-intensive.
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The Valuation Vacuum: Collectors rely on fragmented data, leading to volatility and under-insurance.
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The Discovery Gap: No real-time bridge exists between a shop’s shelf and a collector’s "Grail List," causing lost sales.
THE CVC FLYWHEEL
ZAP!
PROPRIETARY TECHNOLOGY
CVC creates a symbiotic ecosystem through four core technologies:
- AI Inventory Indexer: Proprietary tools allowing LCS owners to digitize and price thousands of items in minutes.
- The Digital Longbox: A mobile-first portfolio tracker for collectors with real-time valuation and "Insurance-Ready" exports.
- Digital Pull List (The Connector): Connect with local stores to become monthly subscribers. Instantly add/drop books and choose fulfillment: Free Pickup, Shipping, or Local Delivery.
- Unified Discovery Network: Real-time search engine connecting LCS inventories to Collector "Grail Lists" (Verified Private Vaults).
THE DYNAMIC DUO
Solving problems for both sides of the counter
FOR THE SHOP
- Modern POS: Tailored specifically for comic issues, variants, and toys.
- Instant E-Commerce: Turn in-store inventory into an online shop automatically.
- Pull List Management: Automate subscriptions so no customer misses an issue.
- Smart Analytics: Know exactly what's selling and what's gathering dust.
FOR COLLECTORS
- Live Inventory: See exactly what your local shop has in stock from home.
- Total Subscription Control: Join a store's pull list, add/drop titles monthly, and select Free In-Store Pickup, Direct Shipping, or On-Demand Local Delivery.
- Never Miss Out: Set alerts for rare variants and upcoming releases.
- Community Connection: Direct line to store owners for special requests.
WHO ARE WE SAVING?
From Small Independent Shops to Enterprise Networks specializing in:
Comic Books
Graphic Novels & Trade Paperbacks
Collectibles
Action Figures, Statues & Funko
Trading Cards
Magic, Pokémon & Tabletop
REVENUE MODEL
5.1 RECURRING B2C REVENUE
| Tier |
Price |
Key Features |
| Vault Basic |
Free |
100-item limit, 24h delayed data, 1 Active Pull List. |
| Vault Plus |
$4.99/mo |
1,000-item limit, Weekly reports, Local LCS Search. |
| Vault Pro |
$9.99/mo |
Unlimited scans, Live sync, P2P Search + AI Suggestions. |
| Vault Elite |
$24.99/mo |
Portfolio concierge, pre-grading AI, Priority Trade & Escrow. |
5.2 RECURRING B2B REVENUE
| Tier |
Price |
Key Features |
| LCS Essential |
Free/Pilot |
Up to 500 items indexed/mo, basic local map listing. |
| LCS Partner |
$49/mo |
Unlimited AI scanning, Pull List management (50 subs). |
| LCS Growth |
$99/mo |
Unlimited Pull List + AI Predictive Ordering analytics. |
| LCS Enterprise |
$149/mo |
Premium map placement, custom newsletter, auto social posts. |
| LCS Network |
$299/mo+ |
Multi-location management, cross-store inventory balancing. |
We will roll out features in phases, prioritizing simplicity and immediate value.
PHASE 1: MVP
Initial Launch
- Simplified Inventory Management
- Basic Product Catalog
- Point of Sale (POS) Lite
- Basic Customer Management
- Digital Receipts
Launch Pricing: Hobbyist ($3.99), Connoisseur ($39), Archivist ($99).
PHASE 2: EXPANSION
Core Enhancements
- Multi-Category Inventory (Apparel, Cards, Games)
- Integrated Barcode Scanning
- Enhanced Search & Filters
- Improved Sales Reporting
PHASE 3: PROFIT GENERATION
A. Upselling & Cross-Selling
- SMS Notifications: Per-usage fee for automated pull list reminders.
- Increased User Seats: Monthly add-on for extra staff logins.
- Premium Integrations: API feeds for CovrPrice & TCGplayer data.
- Onboarding Assistance: One-time setup fee ($99-$199).
- Priority Support: Tiered access for faster response times.
B. New Revenue Streams
- Hardware Sales: Affiliate/Reseller margin on scanners & printers.
- Digital Content: Sell marketing templates & social kits.
- Premium Directory Listing: Monthly fee for "Featured" store visibility.
SOCIAL NETWORK INTEGRATION
How it works: Stores post updates (new arrivals, events) directly from CVC to Facebook, Instagram, and X.
Profit Gen: A key differentiator for "Connoisseur" and "Archivist" tiers, saving stores significant marketing time.
