Kim Anne Starke

Beanitos, Inc. engages in the production and distribution of bean-based snack food products. Its products include real cheesy, white cheddar, hot chili lime, restaurant style, nacho cheese, original black bean, simply pinto bean, and better cheddar. The company was founded by Douglas Foreman and David B. Foreman in 2010 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

No Cow LLC provides protein butter bars through online. It offers products with ingredients like organic brown rice and pea protein, prebiotic fiber, and stevia for natural sweetness. The company was founded by Daniel Katz in 2015 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Farmwise LLC engages in the distribution of food products. It offers veggie fries, veggie tots, veggie rings, chicken veggie, chicken veggie nuggets, chicken veggie tenders, and appetizers. The company was founded by David Peters and Cristina Peters in 2015 and is headquartered in Wellesley, MA.

Orgain LLC engaged in the provision of nutritional products. Its products include protein powder, vegan protein powder, grass fed whey protein, nutritional powders, collagen powders, keto protein powder, protein shakes, nutrition shakes, almond milk, kids shakes, protein bars, kids bars, and kids shakes. The company was founded by Andrew Abraham in 2009 and headquartered in Irvine, CA.

Smart Flour Foods LLC engages in the provision of gluten-free foods. Its products include frozen pizzas and pizza crust, foodservice products, and snack bites. The company is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Inc. manufactures cheese alternatives. The firm’s products include lactose intolerants, healthy lifestyle, gluten intolerants/celiac, soy allergies, lactose intolerants, healthy lifestyle, gluten intolerants/celiac, dairy allergies/sensitivities, vegans, lactose intolerants, healthy lifestyle, heart smarts and gluten intolerants/celiac. The company was founded by Angelo S. Morini in 1980 and is headquartered in North Kingstown, RI.

Part of Conagra Brands, Inc., Blake's All Natural Foods is a company that produces natural and organic frozen meals. The company is based in Concord, NH. Blake's All Natural Foods was acquired by Conagra Brands, Inc. on May 12, 2015 for $20.70 million.

213 Management LLC (213 Management) is a venture capital firm founded in 2003 by Bob Shapiro and Nick Rosa. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Pasta Fresca, Inc. manufactures and sells food products. It provides pasta, sauces, and soups to retail and wholesale customers. The company was founded by Hallowell Van in 1993 and is headquartered in Louisville, CO.

Fat Snax provides high-fat, low carb and sugar-free snacks. It offers cookies, brownies and blondies. The company was founded by Jeff Frese in 2017 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY.

Seaweed Bath Co. LLC is a company that sustainably hand-harvests certified organic seaweed to create personal care products that detoxify, replenish, and protect the skin, face, and hair. The company is based in Boulder, CO and was founded by Allison Grossman and Adam Grossman. The company's products offer visible results and a unique ocean-inspired sensory experience.

SoapBox Soaps LLC engages in the provision of personal care products online. Its products include bar soap, liquid hand soap, hair care, body wash and bundles. The company was founded by Dave Simnick and Daniel Doll in 2010 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Flock provides digital advertising and marketing services. The company was founded by Ivan Hady Wibowo in 2016 and is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Sonmundo, Inc. offers refrigerated beans. It offers wide selection of flavors such as southwestern pinto beans, uncanny refried black beans, tuscan white beans, cuban black beans, roasted chipotle red beans, skilled refried red beans, better baked beans, three sisters chili. The company was founded by Keith Kullberg and Hannah Kullberg in 2009 and is headquartered in Portland, OR.

Leo Burnett Co., Inc. provides advertising services. It offers planning, creation, and management of advertising campaigns. The firm provides promotions, direct marketing services, multimedia and interactive marketing development. The company was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Fort James Corp. makes consumer products including towel, tissue & disposable food and also provides beverage services. The company is located in Deerfield, IL.

Nothing But Real, Inc. engages in processing and selling soft drinks. It offers organic mango pear, strawberry, blueberry, concord grape, and oatmeal yogurt. The company was founded by Helena Lumme and Mika Manninen in 2015 and is headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

The Intertwine Group LLC operates a platform that assists emerging food and beverage brands in their growth.

Thirsty Ventures, Inc. offers advisory services for product development, manufacturing, private label programs and positioning to bear brands. The company is headquartered in Salem, MA.

The Seasoned Palate, Inc. manufactures and distributes spices. It offers blends, desserts, spiced roasted salmon, and potato wedges. It was founded by Katherine Crawford Luber and Sara Mae Engram in January 2005 and is headquartered in Baltimore, MD

Blue Dog Bakery LLC manufactures and distributes healthy all-natural treats for dogs. Its products include peanut butter and molasses flavor, assorted treats, doggie paws peanut butter flavor treats, softies peanut butter flavor treats, super stars treats, doggie cremes with glucosamine, bakery bones chicken flavor with omega-3 and perfect trainers grilled chicken and cheese flavor. The company was founded Margot Kenly in 1998 and is headquartered Seattle, WA.

Surratt Cosmetics LLC creates makeup beauty products and cosmetics. The company was founded by Troy Surratt and is headquartered in New York, NY.

The Sill, Inc. engages in the sale and supply of indoor potted plants. It offers Peperomia Marble, Succulent Assortment, Bird's Nest Fern, and August Ceramic Planter. It also provides weekly workshops. The company was founded by Eliza Blank and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Good Karma Foods, Inc. produces flaxseed-based milk and yogurt alternatives. It offers unsweetened, vanilla, and chocolate flavored flaxmilk. The company is headquartered in Boulder, CO.

Preferred Brands International LLC is a holding company, which manufactures and markets specialty foods. It offers ready-to-eat Indian entrees, Asian noodles, rice, and meal inspirations. The company was founded by Ashok Vasudevan, Meera Vasudevan, Hans Taparia, and Kartik Kilachand in 1994 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

Down to Earth Designs, Inc. provides disposable diapers for kids. Its products include newborn baby bundles, gift certificates, little pants, diaper inserts and wipes. The firm offers its products through a network of stores in California, Texas, and Florida. The company was founded by Jason Graham-Nye and Kimberley Graham-Nye in 2005 and is headquartered in Portland, OR.

Wellness Pet Co., Inc. is a company that focuses on providing premium, natural nutrition for pets. The company is based in Tewksbury, MA. The company offers natural pet food and treat recipes, as well as daily supplements, that are carefully sourced and thoughtfully prepared. The company's mission is to enhance the human experience and promote the mutually beneficial relationship between people and pets. Reed Howlett has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

Stonyfield Farm, Inc. produces and distributes organic yogurt and ice creams. The firm offers smoothies, cultured soy, frozen yogurt, ice creams and shift energy drink. The company was founded by Samuel Kaymen, Louise Kaymen and Gary Hirshberg in 1983 and is headquartered in Londonderry, NH.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

Part of Wolverine World Wide, Inc., Sperry Top-Sider LLC is a company that manufactures men's footwear products. The company is based in Lexington, MA.

American Halal Co., Inc. engage in the production and distribution of natural, organic, and halal food brands. It offers frozen entrées to plant-based protein snacks. The company was founded by Adnan Durrani in August, 2010 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

King Arthur Baking Co, Inc. is a private company that provides reliable recipes for baking. The company is based in Norwich, VT and was founded in 1790. The company offers a variety of products such as flour, ingredients, baking mixes, and kitchen tools that can be purchased online.

Uncle Matt's Organic, Inc. produces and sells organic juice. It products include probiotic popsicles and organic juices. The company was founded by Matthew C. McLean in 1999 and is headquartered in Clermont, FL.

Specialty Food Association, Inc. is a not-for-profit trade association that supports food artisans, importers, and entrepreneurs. The Specialty Food Association is based in New York, NY. Established in 1952, the association provides its 3,800 members with resources, knowledge, and connections to nurture their companies in an ever-evolving marketplace. The association owns and produces the Winter and Summer Fancy Food Shows and presents the Sofi™ Awards, which honor excellence in specialty food.

Cali'flour Foods LLC engages in the production of foods made from cauliflower. Its products include pizza crusts, flatbreads, crackers, and pasta. The company was founded by Amy Lacey in 2016 and is headquartered in Chico, CA.

University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.