Michael Montagano, Founder of Kitchen United

About Michael Montagano

Michael Montagano is the Co-founder and CEO of Kitchen United, a Pasadena-based ghost kitchen and restaurant hub technology pioneer. He led the company through a $100 million Series C funding round in July 2022. Under his leadership, Kitchen United acquired Zuul in 2021.

Michael Montagano at a glance

• Company: Kitchen United
• Total raised: $175M
• Latest round: Series C
• Investors: Restaurant Brands International, Simon Property Group, Kroger, Alimentation Couche-Tard
• Location: Pasadena, United States

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