Kaso
YC W22Dubai, AE · Founded 2021 · 20 employees · 12 known investors
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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 · 12
BY Venture PartnersSt Helier · $714K – $70M
MSA NovoSingapore · $1.5M – $32M
Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
Global Founders CapitalreportedBerlin · $637K – $32M
HALA Venturesreported
MSA CapitalreportedGrand Cayman · $1.4M – $130M
SEEDRA VenturesreportedRiyadh · $120K – $35M
Vulpes VenturesreportedSingapore · $1M – $12M
Also in the syndicate · 4
BY VPCyfrCyfr CapitalSpade Ventures
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$10.5M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2023
- $10.5Mseed roundJul 2023 · 4 sources
BY Venture Partners, BY VP, Cyfr, Cyfr Capital, Global Founders Capital, Hala Ventures, MSA Capital, MSA Novo, Pioneer Fund, Seedra Ventures, Spade Ventures, Vulpes Ventures, Y Combinator
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Competitors · 7
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Whole Foods20 shared keywordsWhole Foods Market is a grocery retailer offering fresh produce, prepared foods, and groceries for home delivery and in-store purchase in the United Kingdom.
Eater19 shared keywordsEater is a digital media brand covering food and dining culture through a national website, iOS app, local city sites, YouTube channel, podcasts, and newsletters. The brand provides restaurant recommendations, dining guides, and food journalism across multiple platforms and formats.
Ift16 shared keywordsIFT is a global professional community founded in 1939 that connects food science experts across industry, academia, and government to advance the science and innovation in food systems. The organization serves thousands of professionals through membership, events, publications, and advocacy initiatives.
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 is a trade media and information organization serving the food industry with reporting, research, and market intelligence. Founded in 1928, it provides news, analysis, and data to food processors, brokers, and other industry professionals.
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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, Global Founders Capital, HALA Ventures, MSA Capital, SEEDRA Ventures, Vulpes Ventures.
- How much funding has Kaso raised?
- Kaso has disclosed $10.5M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
- Where is Kaso headquartered?
- Kaso is headquartered in Dubai, AE.