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ChowNow

Playa Vista, US · Founded 2011 · Delaware corporation · 11 known investors

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ChowNow provides online ordering and marketing technology for independent restaurants, including branded websites and mobile apps, a commission-free diner marketplace, email and SMS marketing, delivery options, and integrations with POS systems and third-party platforms. The company says it works with more than 20,000 restaurant partners across the United States and charges no commissions on orders.

Founders & leadership

ChowNow was founded in 2011 by Eric Jaffe.

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Eric JaffeFounder
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Chris WebbFounder & Chairman of the Board

Board

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Steven DietzBoard director

Investors · 11

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$11.4M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2013–2016

▶$5.4MraisedSep 2016 · 13 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Eric JaffeExecutive Officer, Director
  • Christopher WebbExecutive Officer, Director
  • Steven DietzDirector
Offering amount
$6M
Amount sold
$5.4M
First sale
May 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$5.3MraisedSep 2016 · 18 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Eric JaffeExecutive Officer, Director
  • Christopher WebbExecutive Officer, Director
  • Steven DietzDirector
Offering amount
$6M
Amount sold
$5.3M
First sale
Aug 2015
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$708.4KraisedJan 2014 · 12 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Christopher WebbExecutive Officer, Director
  • Steven DietzDirector
  • Eric JaffeExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$1.3M
Amount sold
$708.4K
First sale
Dec 2013
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 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.

Founder mafia

4 people who came through ChowNow went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ChowNow do?
ChowNow provides online ordering and marketing technology for independent restaurants, including branded websites and mobile apps, a commission-free diner marketplace, email and SMS marketing, delivery options, and integrations with POS systems and third-party platforms. The company says it works with more than 20,000 restaurant partners across the United States and charges no commissions on orders.
Who founded ChowNow?
ChowNow was founded by Eric Jaffe in 2011.
Who are ChowNow's investors?
ChowNow's investors include Atento Capital, Bonfire Ventures, Catalyst Investors, Convivialité Ventures, Delta-v Capital, Green Meadow Ventures, Karlin Ventures, Launchpad LA and 3 more.
How much funding has ChowNow raised?
ChowNow has disclosed $11.4M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is ChowNow headquartered?
ChowNow is headquartered in Playa Vista, US.