In a significant development for the pizza franchise sector, GOPIZZA, led by CEO Lim Jaewon, has successfully raised $10 million from CP ALL, a pivotal distribution affiliate of Thailand’s leading conglomerate, CP Group (Charoen Pokphand Group). This landmark investment marks CP ALL’s first-ever venture into an overseas startup, underscoring GOPIZZA’s impressive growth and potential in the Southeast Asian market.
GOPIZZA’s recent financial achievements include an $18.13 million Series C investment in 2022 from notable Korean companies such as GS Ventures and CJ Investment. This latest $10 million boost from CP Group elevates GOPIZZA’s total funding to over $43.5 million, highlighting its strong financial footing and investor confidence.
CP Group, with a market capitalization exceeding $150 billion, boasts a diverse portfolio spanning various sectors, including distribution, food manufacturing, telecommunications, finance, pharmaceuticals, electric vehicles, and real estate. Known for its deep-rooted history and significant influence in Thailand, CP Group’s involvement is set to amplify GOPIZZA’s expansion efforts, particularly through CP ALL’s extensive distribution networks, such as 7-Eleven convenience stores and Lotus supermarkets.
This strategic partnership is poised to drive GOPIZZA’s growth in Thailand and beyond. CP Group Chairman Chirawanon Supakit played a crucial role in the 18-month investment process, showcasing the conglomerate’s commitment to GOPIZZA’s innovative products and scalable business model. The collaboration includes hands-on involvement in store operations, with successful openings in Sukhumvit 50 and Cosmo Bazaar in Bangkok.
With over 450 stores across seven countries, GOPIZZA has established a solid international presence. The company plans to launch more than 1,000 additional stores through its partnership with GS25 by the end of the year. This ambitious expansion strategy highlights GOPIZZA’s dedication to becoming a leading global food-tech pizza franchise.
Lim Jaewon, the Founder and Global CEO of GOPIZZA, expressed optimism about the future, stating, “A successful closure of the investment after long-term discussions with a global conglomerate takes GOPIZZA to the next level as a global food-tech pizza company. Through an active partnership with CP Group, we will continue to grow as the world’s most popular and accessible food technology-based global pizza franchise brand beyond Korea and Thailand.”
GOPIZZA’s partnership with CP Group is a significant milestone in the pizza franchise industry. With a robust financial foundation, strategic alliances, and an ambitious global expansion plan, GOPIZZA is well-positioned to revolutionize the market and establish itself as a premier global pizza franchise.
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