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EMERGING

Chicago, Illinoisemerging.com

Overview

EMERGING is a growth equity and growth capital fund based in Chicago, Illinois, that focuses on investing in restaurant-entertainment concepts and restaurant technology (ResTech). The firm leverages its large food and beverage network to accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies.

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Investments

Company	Date	Stage	Lead
Batbox	Aug 2025	Series A Extension	Lead
Batbox	Jul 2024	Series A	Co-investor
Botrista, Inc.	Jul 2024	Series C	Co-investor

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HeadquartersChicago, Illinois

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