Beyond Meat
Producer of plant-based meat
- 501-1000 employees
- B2C
- Food
- Biology
- Nutrition
- El Segundo, CA
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Company mission
To positively affect growing global issues such as constraints on natural resources and animal welfare.
30% employee growth in 12 months
Our take
Beyond meat is a leader in the plant-based food market, pioneering a category that continues to see increased demand globally. While the initial excitement around vegan meats has faced some hurdles, Beyond Meat remain a key player, adaption to challenges by refining its products and messaging.
Beyond Meat's focus on creating healthier, more sustainable alternatives to animal protein has resulted in a suite of products such as Beyond Sausage, Beyond Meatballs, and its latest launch, Beyond Steak - products not only designed to taste great, but also contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption.
The company continues to adapt as the plant-based market evolves, with recent results showing signs of improving margins and steady international growth. It is also expanding beyond traditional meat alternatives with new high-protein products, while strengthening its brand presence through partnerships such as appointing former England footballer Karen Carney as a UK ambassador. These developments show Beyond Meat isn't slowing down any time soon.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Oct 2018
$50m
SERIES H
Sep 2018
$6m
LATE VC
Total funding: $128m
This company has top investors
Leadership
Ethan Brown
(President & CEO)Holds an MBA from Columbia University and an MPP with a focus on Environment from the University of Maryland.