Kaso
YC W22Dubai, AE · Founded 2021 · 20 employees · Hiring · 3 known investors
Kaso develops supply chain optimization solutions for restaurants and suppliers to reduce food waste. The platform addresses inefficiencies in the food supply chain to support business profitability and environmental sustainability.
Also known as Elkaso · Kaso (formerly Elkaso)
AI & Machine LearningB2B MarketplacesEnterprise SoftwareFoodTechImpact & Social GoodLogistics & Supply ChainMarketplacesSaaSArtificial IntelligenceMarketplaceSupply ChainFood TechAIUnited Arab EmiratesMiddle East and North Africa
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)
Kaso was founded in 2021 by Manar Alkassar.
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Manar AlkassarinCo-Founder & CEOManar Alkassar is co-founder of Kaso, an AI group purchasing platform for restaurants, and previously co-founded Helpling, a home-service marketplace, and Qlub, a restaurant payment solution. He served as Managing Director at Rocket Internet and was part of the early team at Sirrix AG, a cybersecurity company that exited to Rohde & Schwarz.
Investors · 3
Competitors · 7
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Ift16 shared keywordsIFT (Institute of Food Technologists) is a professional membership organization for food scientists and students that supports collaboration, learning, and advocacy for food science in policy, safety, nutrition, and sustainable food systems. It also offers CoDeveloper, an AI-enabled tool for food science R&D, and runs events such as the IFT FIRST startup pitch competition.
Touchbistro16 shared keywordsTouchBistro is an all-in-one POS and restaurant management system that provides restaurateurs with payment processing, online ordering, reservations, and related tools. The platform helps restaurant operators increase sales, improve guest experiences, and reduce operational costs.
Owner.com16 shared keywordsOwner provides software for independent restaurants in the USA to drive sales and protect profits, including tools to compete with large chains. The company aims to eventually serve all types of local businesses, positioning itself as a Shopify + HubSpot for local business owners.
Cozymeal15 shared keywordsCozymeal is an online marketplace for culinary experiences, connecting guests with chefs and venues for cooking classes, private chefs, at-home hibachi, and food tours across 400+ cities. It serves both individuals and companies (team events) and lets chefs and venue owners earn income by hosting experiences.
Foodinstitute14 shared keywordsThe Food Institute publishes food industry news, analysis, and thought-leadership content, including video interviews and commentary on trends affecting food businesses. It serves professionals and businesses across the food and beverage sector.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Kaso do?
- Kaso develops supply chain optimization solutions for restaurants and suppliers to reduce food waste. The platform addresses inefficiencies in the food supply chain to support business profitability and environmental sustainability.
- Who founded Kaso?
- Kaso was founded by Manar Alkassar in 2021.
- Who are Kaso's investors?
- Kaso's investors include BY Venture Partners, MSA Novo, Y Combinator.
- Where is Kaso headquartered?
- Kaso is headquartered in Dubai, AE.