Eat Just

FoodTech

Founded: 2011

Last Round Valuation: $1.22B

EatJust is a San Francisco-based food tech company that specializes in developing healthier, safer, and sustainable food options. Their team of scientists and chefs across various research fields work on functionalizing plant proteins and cultivating animal cells. Their flagship product, JUST Egg, is a popular plant-based egg substitute made from mung beans. The company was founded in 2011 by Josh Balk and Josh Tetrick.

Eat Just Overview:

EatJust is a leading food technology company that specializes in creating healthier, safer, and more sustainable food options. Established in 2011, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California. With a team of experts spanning multiple scientific disciplines and culinary expertise, Eat Just focuses on functionalizing plant proteins and cultivating animal cells to develop innovative food products.

One of their most popular offerings is JUST Egg, a plant-based egg substitute made from mung beans. JUST Egg provides a nutritious and sustainable alternative to traditional eggs, addressing concerns related to animal welfare, environmental impact, and personal dietary choices. This innovative product has gained significant popularity among consumers seeking plant-based and vegan food options.

EatJust's commitment to sustainability extends beyond its product offerings. The company emphasizes the importance of reducing the environmental footprint of food production and promoting more responsible and ethical practices within the food industry. Through their research and development efforts, Eat Just strives to enhance the overall quality and nutritional value of food while minimizing the negative impact on the planet.

Driven by a mission to improve global food systems, EatJust continues to push boundaries in food technology, leveraging science, innovation, and culinary expertise. By providing healthier and more sustainable food choices, the company aims to contribute to a more environmentally friendly and ethical future of food consumption.

Founders:

  • Josh Tetrick

  • Josh Balk

Top Investors:

  • Li Ka-shing's Horizon Ventures

  • Khosla Ventures

  • GV (formerly Google Ventures)

  • UBS O'Connor

  • Prelude Ventures

Funding History:


Date Share Type Amount Raised Raised to Date Issue Price Post Money Valuation Key Investors
Aug 2022 Series F $272.25MM $525MM $23.52 $1.22B C2 Capital Partners, Qatar Investment Authority, Charlesbank Capital Partners
Aug 2016 Series E $7.5MM $252.75MM $24.34 $1.1B Undisclosed Investors
Jul 2015 Series D $119.6MM $245.25MM $19.98 $821.97MM Undisclosed Investors
Dec 2014 Series C $95.03MM $125.65MM $8.78 $286.25MM Horizons Ventures, Khosla Ventures, Marc Benioff
Feb 2014 Series B $26.12MM $30.62MM $5.63 $112.6MM Horizons Ventures, Jerry Yang, AME Cloud Ventures
May 2013 Series A-3 $1.5MM $3.5MM $0.75 $11.1MM Collaborative Fund, Khosla Ventures, Founders Fund
May 2013 Series A-2 $1,000K $3MM $0.73 $11.1MM Collaborative Fund, Khosla Ventures, Founders Fund
Dec 2011 Series A $2MM $2MM $0.50 $5.71MM Khosla Ventures

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