Latest round

Series A

Last raised

Sep 2013

Total raised

$3.7M

Investors

10

About Food Genius

Founded in 2010 in Chicago, US, Food Genius specializes in providing data analytics for the food industry. The company was acquired by US Foods, a portfolio company of KKR and Clayton Dubilier & Rice, in April 2016.Food Genius specializes in delivering data-driven insights, analytics, and recommendations primarily designed to support US Foods’ customers in the food industry. Their core offerings include advanced menu product and pricing insights, statistical analyses, and actionable recommendations tailored to optimize clients' sales strategies and merchandising efforts. The technology employed by Food Genius draws on robust data aggregation and analysis to address specific market needs, such as identifying culinary trends and consumer preferences. Their primary clientele comprises food service operators, restaurants, and other businesses within the United States that seek to enhance their menu offerings and pricing strategies.S.Food Genius generates revenue through a business-to-business (B2B) model by partnering with US Foods and offering analytical services that empower their clients with data-driven decision-making capabilities. Revenue is generated through subscription-based access to their insights and analytics tools, which may include various pricing tiers depending on the level of service and data access required by the client. The transactional structure typically involves clients signing on for these services, which include regular updates on food trends, menu optimization tools, and ongoing analytical support.Food Genius aims to expand its product offerings and enhance its analytical tools to meet the evolving needs of the food service industry.S.00 mn, will support the development of new analytical products and facilitate market expansion efforts.

Who invested in Food Genius

10 investors across 4 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series A

    Sep 17, 2013

    Amount

    $1M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Series A

    Sep 11, 2012

    Amount

    $1.2M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Series A

    Jul 1, 2012

    Amount

    $1.4M

    Investors

    Locked

  4. Seed

    Jun 1, 2011

    Amount

    $0.1M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about Food Genius

Who invested in Food Genius?

Food Genius has 10 investors on record across 4 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has Food Genius raised?

Food Genius has raised 4 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did Food Genius last raise money?

Food Genius's most recent round on record is a Series A, in Sep 2013.

What does Food Genius do?

Founded in 2010 in Chicago, US, Food Genius specializes in providing data analytics for the food industry.

Where is Food Genius headquartered?

Food Genius is headquartered in Chicago, US.

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