Cafeteria Raises $3M In Growth Funding At $22M Valuation From Multiple Investors

Cafeteria, a consumer insights platform based in Los Angeles, has raised $3 million in a growth funding round at a valuation of $22 million. The funding was facilitated by notable investors including Marquee Ventures, Listen Ventures, Thayer Investment Partners, Imaginary Ventures, Collaborative Fund, Bertelsmann, and Guy Oseary.

Summary of transaction details:

• Deal Type: Growth Funding
• Transaction Amount: $3,000,000
• Valuation: $22,000,000
• Founders: Rishi Malhotra (CEO), Leeann Sheely (Chief Design Officer), Mark Silverstein (Chief Business Officer)
• Headquarters: Los Angeles
• Investors: Marquee Ventures, Listen Ventures, Thayer Investment Partners, Imaginary Ventures, Collaborative Fund, Bertelsmann, Guy Oseary

Cafeteria is focused on targeting Gen Z and Alpha consumers, enabling them to earn by sharing private, zero-party insights with brands through its AI-driven platform. The funding will assist in enhancing its SLM AI capabilities, scaling its data infrastructure, and expanding its offerings for enterprise clients.