Fresh Co Foods secures a $5.1 million Real Estate Term Loan to refinance debt and support growth, positioning itself for success in the evolving convenient food sector.

About the Company

Fresh Co Foods, LLC ("FCF") is a chef-owned and operated manufacturing enterprise that specializes in producing high-quality, ready-to-eat products tailored for the convenient retail sector of the food industry. Renowned for its exceptional product quality, Fresh Co. crafts a diverse assortment of hand-made items. Led by Chef Joel Simpler and a management team with over 40 years of collective experience in the food industry, FCF's offerings are deeply inspired by the culinary arts of restaurants and hotels.

Initially established as a catering service focused on business-to-business corporate events, Fresh Co. cultivated significant relationships that eventually opened doors to the packaged food market. Recognizing a lack of quality in the packaged food industry in 2010, Chef Joel identified an opportunity to create products that matched the standards of what chefs and restaurants deliver to their customers, all conveniently packaged.

Industry Overview

The convenient retail sector in the United States has evolved dramatically, branching into specialized channels such as colleges and universities, airports, medical centers, and convenience stores. Understanding the needs of the core