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Greensboro, NC

Expanding production and refining distribution to establish a scalable specialty frozen dessert brand.

• Eco-conscious brand: Committed to sustainability and using all-natural ingredients.
• Scaling production: Investing in high-efficiency equipment to increase manufacturing capacity.
• Expanding distribution: Strengthening regional wholesale and retail partnerships.
• Innovative retail strategy: Testing self-checkout kiosks, Elaka Pods, to enhance product accessibility.
• Recognized growth potential: Finalist in Whole Foods Market LEAP accelerator program and recipient of NC IDEA MICRO grant.

Elaka Treats is an artisanal frozen dessert brand committed to bringing global flavors to consumers while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability and eco-conscious production. By using all-natural ingredients and drawing inspiration from international culinary traditions, Elaka Treats creates unique frozen desserts that offer a taste of different cultures in every bite. The company’s mission is to establish itself as a scalable, high-end specialty frozen dessert brand with mass appeal, targeting local and regional grocery stores, cultural venues, hotels, restaurants, and food service enterprises. To achieve this, Elaka Treats is working to expand its production capabilities, refine its distribution network, and introduce innovative self-checkout kiosks, called Elaka Pods, to make its products more accessible.

This fundraising effort will allow Elaka Treats to scale production efficiently by investing in high-capacity commercial equipment, essential distribution tools, and necessary marketing assets. The funds will be used to acquire production equipment, including a batch freezer, pasteurizing machine, and insulated distribution containers, which will enable the company to streamline its manufacturing process and meet USDA and FDA regulations for wholesale dairy sales. Additionally, the investment will support the development of marketing assets to enhance brand visibility and attract new business partners. With these improvements, Elaka Treats aims to grow its wholesale presence, strengthen its regional retail partnerships, and establish a foundation for future national and international expansion.

Company Info

Elaka Treats offers a unique line of eco-conscious, artisanal frozen desserts with global flavors, aiming to expand through B2B partnerships and self-checkout kiosks.

Elaka Treats is an eco-conscious artisanal frozen dessert brand offering global flavors in all-natural, sustainably produced treats. The company captures regional flavors, transforming them into desserts that represent different cultures. Elaka Treats focuses on offering inclusive and diverse products, making frozen desserts accessible and enjoyable for families from all walks of life. Their products reflect a global influence, with each flavor crafted to evoke a sense of place or memory, providing a unique dessert experience.

The company is expanding its operations by establishing a regional manufacturing facility and improving its distribution network. Elaka Treats is targeting local, regional, and national grocery stores, cultural venues, hotels, restaurants, and food service enterprises to establish itself as a high-end, specialty frozen dessert brand with mass appeal. Their business model is B2B, with a focus on wholesale distribution and partnerships with cultural enterprises through self-checkout kiosks, known as Elaka Pods. The company’s goal is to scale production, reduce operational costs, and expand the brand’s footprint regionally and nationally.