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Targan

Raleigh, US · Founded 2015 · 138 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors

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TARGAN is an animal agtech systems company that engineers precision technologies for commercial food producers, with a focus on sustainability and animal welfare. Founded in 2015, it develops solutions aimed at supporting a healthier and more sustainable food supply.

Founders & leadership

Targan was founded in 2015 by Ramin Karimpour.

RKRamin Karimpour
Ramin KarimpourFounder · CEORamin Karimpour founded Targan and brings over 30 years of experience in business, sales, and R&D leadership from roles at PerkinElmer, Spire Corporation, Kodak Molecular Imaging, Pfizer Animal Health, and Zoetis, including divisional general management and international operations across multiple regions.

Investors · 3

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

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Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
National Science FoundationPhase II2018$750K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Targan do?
TARGAN is an animal agtech systems company that engineers precision technologies for commercial food producers, with a focus on sustainability and animal welfare. Founded in 2015, it develops solutions aimed at supporting a healthier and more sustainable food supply.
Who founded Targan?
Targan was founded by Ramin Karimpour in 2015.
Who are Targan's investors?
Targan's investors include Mountain Group Capital, Oval Park Capital, NovaQuest Capital Management, L.L.C..
Where is Targan headquartered?
Targan is headquartered in Raleigh, US.