Food Retail Ventures

Food Retail Ventures (FRV) is a venture capital firm based in Miami, founded by James McCann in 2016. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in food and retail technology, focusing on companies that are driving innovation in the food supply chain, grocery tech, and consumer goods sectors. FRV targets startups that bring disruptive solutions to food retail, supply chain efficiency, and consumer engagement. Notable portfolio companies include FoodMaven, which aims to reduce food waste by creating a market for unsold food; Afresh Technologies, a pioneer in AI-driven grocery inventory management; and Flashfood, an app offering significant discounts on fresh food nearing its expiration date. FRV also backs companies like Mori, which extends the shelf life of perishable goods through an all-natural protective coating, and Pensa Systems, which uses autonomous systems for retail inventory management. Food Retail Ventures takes an active role in supporting its portfolio companies, helping them scale and gain traction in the highly competitive food and retail sectors. The firm’s investment strategy centers on identifying companies that leverage technology to solve critical issues in food retail, including supply chain management, waste reduction, and enhancing the customer experience. By focusing on these transformative solutions, FRV aims to shape the future of food retail through technological innovation.