# Chef Software

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/chef-software

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Seattle, US
- Website: www.chef.io
- Total disclosed funding: $105M
- Latest round: Series E (Apr 1, 2015)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

Chef Software Inc. specializes in DevOps automation, providing innovative solutions that empower organizations to optimally configure, deploy, and manage their application infrastructure in a secure manner.Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Seattle, US, Chef Software Inc. is a company focused on automation solutions for infrastructure management. In September 2020, the company was acquired by Progress Software Corporation for USD 220 mn in cash, which was completed in October 2020. The company has engaged in a total of 6 deals, with its most recent deal occurring on September 8, 2020.Chef Software offers a comprehensive suite of automation solutions including Chef Infra, Chef InSpec, and Chef Habitat. These tools enable enterprises to efficiently manage infrastructure, ensure compliance, and streamline application deployment across various environments. Serving over 1,000 global customers, Chef's products are designed to meet the specific operational needs of organizations ranging from small enterprises to over 50 Fortune 500 companies, primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.Chef Software operates on a subscription-based model, with clients typically entering into annual contracts for access to its automation tools. The pricing structure caters to various enterprise needs, scaling according to the size of deployments. Their solutions are primarily delivered through B2B agreements, ensuring a stable revenue stream while fostering long-term partnerships with clients.Following its acquisition, Chef Software is positioned to leverage new resources for expansion. While specific upcoming product launches have not been disclosed, the company aims to enhance its offerings in the DevOps automation space. Expansion efforts will likely focus on new geographic regions and markets to better serve its clientele by utilizing insights gained from the acquisition by Progress Software Corporation.

## Funding rounds

- Series E, Apr 1, 2015, $40M — Battery Ventures, Ignition Partners, Scale Venture Partners, Millennium Technology Value Partners, Citi Ventures, DFJ Growth, Hewlett Packard Pathfinder
- Series D, Dec 9, 2013, $32M — Battery Ventures, Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Ignition Partners, Scale Venture Partners, Citi Ventures, Amplify Partners
- Series C, Mar 15, 2012, $20M — Battery Ventures, Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Ignition Partners
- Series B, Jun 21, 2010, $11M — Battery Ventures, Draper Fisher Jurvetson
- Series A, Jan 20, 2009, $2.5M — Draper Fisher Jurvetson

## Investors

- Draper Fisher Jurvetson (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/draper-fisher-jurvetson) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Battery Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/battery-ventures) — Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E
- Ignition Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ignition-partners) — Series C, Series D, Series E
- Scale Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/scale-venture-partners) — Series D, Series E
- Citi Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/citi-ventures) — Series D, Series E
- Amplify Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/amplify-partners) — Series D
- Millennium Technology Value Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/millennium-technology-value-partners) — Series E
- DFJ Growth (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dfj-growth) — Series E
- Hewlett Packard Pathfinder (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hewlett-packard-pathfinder) — Series E