Blank Street is a coffee chain that offers coffee as a daily ritual that more people can enjoy, in places convenient to their lives. Its automated espresso machines consistently produce consistent coffee, allowing baristas to be more interactive and build relationships. Customers can order ahead of time using their app, streamlining their experience. Their vendors (outsourced milk and pastries) are excellent, allowing them to concentrate on the coffee.
Total raised
$127M
Last stage
Series B
Investors
Ignacio Lladó
Co-founded Blank Street and leads its UK operations. Previously Head of Venture Development at Flash Coffee (APAC) and Associate at Boston Consulting Group. Georgetown University graduate.
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Issam Freiha
Originally from Lebanon, Freiha studied at Columbia University (BA in Economics & Statistics). Previously a Partner at Reshape Ventures (formerly Alrai Capital) and had stints at Morgan Stanley and Janus Henderson. Co-founded Blank Street in 2020.
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Vinay Menda
Originally from the UAE, Menda studied at NYU. Previously co-founded Reshape Ventures alongside Freiha. Co-founded Blank Street in 2020 with a focus on consumer retail.
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