Blackbird Foods Opens Crowdfunding Round on StartEngine

NEW YORK, N.Y.-- After growing into a nationwide brand available in Sprouts, Whole Foods, and Target, Blackbird Foods is thrilled to announce the launch of their new equity crowdfunding raise on StartEngine. Blackbird has committed to crafting restaurant-quality plant-based pizzas and proteins since launching in 2020. They recently debuted a new cheeseless Tomato Veggie Pizza available exclusively at Sprouts, along with a Pepperoni Pizza crafted using Beyond Meat. Looking ahead, they have plans to introduce two new varieties of WINGS later this year.

Blackbird’s CEO, Emanuel Storch, is excited for the future of the company. “We believe that Blackbird Foods has emerged as a fast-growing pizza brand. Now we have an incredible opportunity to take Blackbird to the next level. With your support, I believe we can make it happen”, says Storch.  

From 2022 to 2023 Blackbird Foods saw a 60% year over year growth in sales while cost of goods sold and expenses increased only 31% and 21%, respectively. With over 3,000 retail doors nationwide Blackbird Foods expects historical growth to continue. 

Blackbird is able to control all aspects of manufacturing and move quickly on new product development as a result of self-manufacturing at their own facility in New York City. This allowed Blackbird to launch a social campaign this Spring allowing fans to submit and vote for the next limited edition Blackbird Pizza. Similarly, Blackbird noticed customer interest in a cheeseless pizza variety and was able to quickly launch Tomato Veggie Pizza (now at Sprouts). For this reason and others, Blackbird believes that they have emerged as a fast-growing pizza brand with over 188% retail sales growth according to recent SPINS data from the latest 24 weeks*. 

Blackbird Foods now offers investment opportunities starting at $249 on the crowdfunding platform, StartEngine. There are bonus opportunities available to early-bird investors. 

About Blackbird Foods

Blackbird Foods is one of leading artisanal producers of plant-based comfort foods, specializing in pizza, seitan, and wings. With a foundation rooted in supplying top-tier restaurants and retailers nationwide, Blackbird has established themselves as pioneers in the plant-based protein market. They are available in over 3,000 retailers nationwide including Sprouts, Target, and several markets of Whole Foods.

*Data reflects the 24-week period ending on October 1st, 2023