Datassential
acquired by New Mountain CapitalChicago, US · Founded 2001 · 224 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors
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Datassential provides food and beverage market intelligence, using data and AI to help companies across the foodservice ecosystem develop, market, and sell their products. It serves brands and operators in the food and beverage industry.
Founders & leadership
Datassential was founded in 2001 by Jack Li.
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Jack LiinFounder · Builder1999–2025
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Jim EmlinginChief Executive OfficerHe previously served as a senior operating partner at Spectrum Equity and held executive and board roles at multiple software and data services companies, including as president of Zywave, where he was part of the founding team.
Investors · 2
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Datassential do?
- Datassential provides food and beverage market intelligence, using data and AI to help companies across the foodservice ecosystem develop, market, and sell their products. It serves brands and operators in the food and beverage industry.
- Who founded Datassential?
- Datassential was founded by Jack Li in 2001.
- Who are Datassential's investors?
- Datassential's investors include Spectrum Equity, New Mountain Capital.
- Who acquired Datassential?
- Datassential was acquired by New Mountain Capital.
- Where is Datassential headquartered?
- Datassential is headquartered in Chicago, US.