- Odeko is an all-in-one operations and technology partner for over 25,000 local coffee shops and food businesses, focusing on supply chain management and operational support within the food and beverage industry.
- In April 2026, Odeko expanded its national presence by acquiring Boston-based Shirazi Distributing and launching into the Nashville market, following a Series E funding round where it raised $126 million to support growth and acquisitions.
- Odeko serves a diverse customer base of independent food businesses, including over 14,000 cafes, and has partnered with Butter Insurance to enhance its service offerings.
- Odeko's ideal buyers are small to mid-size food businesses seeking to streamline operations and compete with larger chains, making it a critical partner for those looking to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in a challenging market.
Operations is the largest department at Odeko with 27 employees, representing roughly one-fifth of total headcount. Engineering follows closely at 25 employees, underscoring the company’s commitment to building and iterating on its technology platform. Business Management (22 employees) and Sales & Support (16 employees) round out the next-largest groups, highlighting focus on both strategic planning and customer success. Smaller yet critical functions include Finance & Administration (13 employees), Marketing & Product (11 employees), Human Resources (9 employees), Information Technology (2 employees), and Program & Project Management (1 employee), giving Odeko a comprehensive skill set without significant redundancy.
Odeko’s workforce is widely distributed. Approximately 45 % of employees—about 58 people—work remotely or in locations classified as “Other,” while the New York City headquarters hosts 43 team members. The remainder of the staff is spread across several U.S. metros, each with modest footprints: Dallas–Fort Worth has 5 employees; San Francisco and Denver have 4 each; Miami hosts 4; Portland and Charlotte have 3 each; and Austin and Boston each account for 2 team members. This dispersion allows Odeko to tap into diverse regional talent pools while maintaining a strong presence in its home market of New York.
