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Indianapolis, IN

Scaling production and distribution of premium cured meats to meet national demand.

• Proven business foundation: Operating since 2017 with strong demand and community presence.
• USDA-certified facility: Allows for scalable, compliant production to meet growing market needs.
• Automated expansion: Investing in automation to increase production by 50% and reduce costs.
• Founder recognition: CEO named to Forbes 30 Under 30 in Food & Drink.
• Retail-ready packaging: Launching new grocery labels in Q2 2025 to support distribution.

Turchetti’s Salumeria is raising funds to expand production capacity and bring its high-quality, shelf-stable charcuterie and deli meats to a national audience. Founded in 2017 as a small butcher shop in Indianapolis, Turchetti’s has grown into a USDA-certified operation focused on craft, clean-label meats. The company blends traditional butchery methods with scalable manufacturing, producing salami, deli meats, and other cured products with an emphasis on quality, responsible sourcing, and food safety. With increased consumer demand for premium meat products and a lack of national brands occupying the high-quality, shelf-stable meat space, Turchetti’s is positioned to fill a significant market gap.

This raise will support the purchase of automation equipment to boost production speed by 50%, hiring of production and sales staff, and expanding into new distribution and grocery accounts. Turchetti’s is launching retail-ready packaging and has already secured over $500,000 in new sales and distribution contracts for 2025. Its direct-to-consumer presence, strong regional brand recognition, and multi-channel revenue model provide a solid foundation for scaling. Led by Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree George Turkette, Turchetti’s is actively building toward a long-term strategic exit and aims to become a household name in premium meats. With a strong community presence, growing wholesale demand, and a clear plan for scaling operations, Turchetti’s is inviting supporters to join at a pivotal point in its growth story.

Company Info

Turchetti’s Salumeria produces scalable, craft-quality charcuterie and deli meats for retail, wholesale, and direct-to-consumer markets.

Turchetti’s Salumeria is a premium charcuterie and deli meats brand based in Indianapolis, Indiana, focused on crafting high-quality, shelf-stable meat products. Founded in 2017 by butcher and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree George Turkette, Turchetti’s has evolved from a local butcher shop and restaurant into a USDA-certified production facility positioned for national growth. The company produces a variety of artisan meats using scalable, efficient processes while maintaining traditional craftsmanship and ethical sourcing. Its offerings cater to consumers, grocers, chefs, and distributors seeking cleaner, better-tasting alternatives to mass-produced deli meats.

With a new line of grocery-ready retail labels launching in 2025 and more than $500K in new contracts already secured, Turchetti’s is expanding rapidly into wholesale, retail, and direct-to-consumer markets. The business leverages automation to reduce costs and increase production by 50%, supporting broader distribution across the U.S. Revenue has grown consistently through multi-channel sales, including e-commerce, foodservice partnerships, and regional distributors. The company aims to reach $20 million in sales by 2030 and ultimately pursue a strategic acquisition or CPG exit.