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§ Private Profile · New York City, NY, USA
CPG brand producing chickpea-based pasta, mac & cheese, pizza, and waffles for grocery shoppers, focused on high-protein, gluten-free comfort foods.
Banza is a New York City-based consumer packaged goods company that develops and produces high-protein, gluten-free comfort foods made primarily from chickpeas. The business manufactures and commercially distributes alternative carbohydrate staples, including chickpea-based pasta, macaroni and cheese, frozen pizza crusts, and frozen breakfast waffles. The brand sells its consumer products through direct-to-consumer e-commerce channels, food service partnerships, and extensive wholesale distribution networks. Banza currently reaches over 25,000 retail locations across the United States, stocking its inventory in major national grocery chains like Whole Foods, Target, and Walmart. To support its ongoing expansion across multiple grocery aisles, the enterprise has secured approximately $28 million in total venture funding from institutional backers such as Prelude Growth Partners and VMG Partners. The consumer food brand was officially founded in 2014 by brothers Brian Rudolph and Scott Rudolph.
Banza has raised $28.0M across 2 funding rounds.
Banza has raised $28.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Banza has raised $28.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Banza's investors include Mark A. Leavitt, Neda Daneshzadeh, Larry Kahn, Endeavor Catalyst, Left Lane Capital, Wildcat Ventures, Jim Pallotta, RSE Ventures, Strand Equity.
Banza has raised $28.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $20.0M Series B in November 2019.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2019 | $20M Series B | Mark A. Leavitt, Neda Daneshzadeh | — | Announced |
| Aug 1, 2017 | $8M Series A | Larry Kahn | Endeavor Catalyst, Left Lane Capital, Wildcat Ventures, JIM Pallotta, RSE Ventures, Strand Equity | Announced |
Banza is a Ukrainian technology company specializing in the development and integration of no-code CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and BPM (Business Process Management) solutions, along with web and mobile applications. Their products serve industries such as banking, retail, telecommunications, manufacturing, and logistics by automating business processes, accelerating sales, and enhancing customer service. Banza’s solutions address the challenge of digital transformation by enabling businesses to innovate easily through no-code platforms, reducing the need for complex coding and speeding up deployment. With over 350 automation projects completed and clients across 21 countries, Banza demonstrates strong growth momentum and a broad international footprint[1][3][4].
Founded over seven years ago in Kyiv, Ukraine, Banza was established by a team of IT professionals passionate about simplifying digital transformation through no-code technologies. The founders leveraged their expertise in CRM and BPM to create solutions that empower businesses to automate workflows without heavy reliance on traditional software development. Early traction came from partnerships with Creatio, a leading process automation platform, where Banza became a top partner, enabling them to scale their offerings and gain trust in multiple industries. Their evolution has been marked by expanding their product portfolio to include chatbots, loyalty program automation, corporate lending acceleration, and gamification tools[1][3][4].
Banza rides the global trend of digital transformation and automation, particularly the shift toward no-code and low-code platforms that democratize software development. This timing is critical as businesses seek faster, more flexible ways to adapt to market changes without the bottlenecks of traditional IT development. Market forces such as increasing demand for customer-centric digital services, the rise of AI-driven automation, and the need for operational efficiency favor Banza’s offerings. By enabling industries like banking and retail to automate complex processes and improve customer engagement, Banza influences the broader ecosystem by accelerating adoption of no-code BPM and CRM solutions, thus fostering innovation and competitiveness in their clients’ sectors[1][3][4].
Looking ahead, Banza is well-positioned to expand its influence by deepening its AI-native CRM capabilities and broadening its no-code product portfolio. Trends such as AI integration, hyper-automation, and personalized customer experiences will shape their journey. Their continued partnership with Creatio and investment in R&D suggest a focus on innovation and scalability. As digital transformation accelerates globally, Banza’s role as a trusted no-code automation partner is likely to grow, helping more businesses streamline operations and enhance customer engagement efficiently. Their commitment to learning and market trend decoding indicates they will remain adaptive and forward-thinking in a rapidly evolving tech landscape[3][4][5].