About Salt & Straw
Salt & Straw is an American artisan ice cream company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The company produces small-batch, chef-driven ice cream made by hand with locally sourced ingredients, offered through 50+ scoop shop locations across seven U.S. states, nationwide shipping, and e-commerce. Its rotating seasonal menu and community-focused model — partnering with local makers and artisans — distinguish it in the premium ice cream market.
Company details
Funding
Total raised
$4.2M
Last stage
Growth
Investors
Founders
Kim Malek
Kim Malek co-founded Salt & Straw in 2011 with her cousin Tyler Malek, starting from a single ice cream cart in Portland, OR. She previously held roles at Starbucks, Yahoo!, Adidas, and Gardenburger, specializing in marketing, community outreach, and product management.
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Tyler Malek
Tyler Malek is the co-founder and flavor visionary of Salt & Straw, responsible for developing its creative and ever-changing ice cream menu. He is also the author of the 2025 cookbook 'America's Most Iconic Ice Creams'.
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