What is Chewse?
Founded in 2012, Chewse operates as a comprehensive office dining solution, managing the planning, delivery, and hosting of curated menus from local restaurants. The company's service model is designed to alleviate the logistical burdens for businesses, allowing them to focus on team engagement during meals. Chewse's 'Chewse to Give' program further enhances its social impact by facilitating the donation of leftover food. CEO Tracy Lawrence, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, has positioned Chewse at the intersection of technology, community building, and corporate wellness, emphasizing authentic connection through shared meals.
How much funding has Chewse raised?
Chewse has raised a total of $33.9M across 5 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$1M
Angel/Seed
$700K
Series A
$5.9M
Series B
$7.3M
Other Financing Round
$19M
Angel/Seed (2013): $1M with participation from 500.com and Chris Sacca
Angel/Seed (2015): $700K led by 500.com and Rocketship VC
Series A (2015): $5.9M supported by Upslope Ventures, RiverPark Ventures, Foundry Group, Thcap, and 500.com
Series B (2017): $7.3M featuring Foundry Group, Thcap, 500.com, Rocketship VC, and Galvanize
Other Financing Round (2018): $19M backed by Foundry Group, 500.com, and Gingerbread Capital
Key Investors in Chewse
Foundry Group
Foundry Group is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage information technology, Internet, and software startups. They provide capital and leverage their expertise and network to help entrepreneurs build successful companies.
500.com
500.com Limited is a leading online sports lottery service provider in China, approved by the Ministry of Finance to provide online lottery sales services. They offer a comprehensive suite of online lottery services, information, and user tools.
Thcap
THCAP is an investment firm that supports early-stage tech entrepreneurs by providing capital and active support. They focus on seed and pre-seed rounds, particularly in sectors like logistics, proptech, agriculture, and fintech.
What's next for Chewse?
The recent major strategic investment signals a pivotal phase for Chewse, likely enabling expansion of its service offerings, technological enhancements, and broader market penetration. As a Series B-funded organization, Chewse is poised to scale its operations, potentially refining its platform for greater efficiency and customer reach. Future developments may include deeper integration with local restaurant partners and enhanced features for its 'Chewse to Give' initiative, further solidifying its commitment to community and sustainability.
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