Elevator Talk: To’ak Expands Beyond Premium to Share High-Quality Cacao with Consumers

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To’ak is pioneering a new way for consumers to experience chocolate. James Le Compte is the CEO of the mission-based brand focused on conservation. The company launched an ultra premium product in 2014, and is now ready to expand its offerings to target a wider range of consumers. Based in Ecuador, To’ak is vertically integrated, controlling the entire process of cacao production and chocolate making, including harvesting, fermentation, roasting, packaging and fulfillment. The brand is looking for the right partners to help them develop and scale a new product line aimed at everyday consumption.


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