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Biena

Boston, US · Founded 2011 · 29 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors

Biena Snacks makes plant-based, crispy roasted edamame and chickpea snacks that are high in protein and fiber and made with avocado oil. The products are marketed to consumers seeking portable, less-processed alternatives to nuts and meat sticks.

Founders & leadership

Biena was founded in 2011 by Poorvi Patodia.

PPPoorvi Patodia
Poorvi PatodiainFounder

Investors · 1

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$10.8M disclosed across 5 rounds · 2015–2019

$6.4MraisedAug 2019 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Robert CraigDirector
  • Peter MichaudDirector
  • William PruettDirector
  • Poorvi PatodiaExecutive Officer, Director
  • Brad BarnhornDirector
Offering amount
$7.5M
Amount sold
$6.4M
First sale
Jul 2019
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Massachusetts
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$2.4MraisedApr 2018 · 23 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Brad BarnhornDirector
  • Poorvi PatodiaExecutive Officer, Director
  • John MaggioreDirector
  • Robert CraigDirector
Offering amount
$2.4M
Amount sold
$2.4M
First sale
Apr 2018
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Massachusetts
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$1.9MraisedJun 2017 · 3 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Poorvi PatodiaExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$3.8M
Amount sold
$1.9M
First sale
Jun 2017
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Massachusetts
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$50KraisedMay 2016 · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Poorvi PatodiaExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$750K
Amount sold
$50K
Minimum investment
$25K
First sale
May 2016
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Massachusetts, 2011
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$100KraisedFeb 2015 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Poorvi PatodiaExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$1.5M
Amount sold
$100K
First sale
Feb 2015
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Massachusetts, 2011
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does Biena do?
Biena Snacks makes plant-based, crispy roasted edamame and chickpea snacks that are high in protein and fiber and made with avocado oil. The products are marketed to consumers seeking portable, less-processed alternatives to nuts and meat sticks.
Who founded Biena?
Biena was founded by Poorvi Patodia in 2011.
Who are Biena's investors?
Biena's investors include New Ground Ventures.
How much funding has Biena raised?
Biena has disclosed $10.8M raised across 5 rounds.
Where is Biena headquartered?
Biena is headquartered in Boston, US.