ICA Invests in Something Better Foods

ICA Accelerates Plant-Based Protein Maker Something Better Foods with $500,000 Investment

Something Better Foods, the plant-based protein maker that makes a suite of delicious-tasting meatless proteins for home chefs is joining the ICA portfolio! ICA has just closed a new $500,000  investment in the Vallejo-based company. 

Something Better Foods has seen rapid growth across all sales channels – from Food Service to Direct-to-Consumer products, and it envisions further growth in the burgeoning plant-based protein market. The company, helmed by experienced food entrepreneur and restauranteur Chef GW Chew, makes a suite of plant-based proteins which it sells under the “Better Chew” brand name. 

“I first met ICA more than 7 years ago and learning of their mission was truly impactful. I was provided the fundamental tools to be successful and build our company to a place where we are ready to receive this investment. ICA’s initial influence helped me to create the Better Chew brand and also secure the seed funding for our business!” said Chef GW Chew, CEO of Something Better Foods.

“With this investment, we will be able to expand our operations and provide meaningful employment opportunities for the local community,” he added. 

Chef GW Chew, founder and CEO of Something Better Foods, an ICA investment portfolio company.

As a nonprofit venture capital Community Development Financial Institution, ICA makes investments that support our mission to accelerate great businesses, towards our vision of building an economy that works for all.

“Something Better Foods is a perfect example of ICA’s mission in action and we are thrilled to be investing in its growth,” said John Gough, Chief Investment Officer at ICA.

“GW has built a business that seamlessly melds, innovation, industry-leading products, strong business fundamentals, and a real commitment to equity.”