Pepper Secures $50 Million Series C to Expand End-to-End Technology Platform for Independent Food Distributors

February 20, 2026 - 22:56

NEW YORK, February 20, 2026--Pepper, a technology platform dedicated to independent food distributors, has announced a successful $50 million Series C funding round. The investment is earmarked to fuel significant expansion of the company's product innovation and to deepen its suite of AI-enabled tools.

The capital infusion will be used to accelerate the adoption of Pepper's comprehensive platform across the independent food distribution network. The company aims to provide distributors with enhanced digital capabilities to streamline operations and improve competitiveness in a challenging market.

The funding round was led by Lead Edge Capital. Several existing investors also participated, demonstrating continued confidence in Pepper's mission. These include ICONIQ, Index Ventures, Greylock, Harmony Partners, and Interplay.

This latest investment underscores the growing recognition of the critical role technology plays in modernizing the food supply chain. Independent distributors form a vital backbone for restaurants and foodservice providers nationwide. Pepper's platform is designed specifically to address their unique challenges, offering an integrated solution for ordering, logistics, and business management. The new funding will enable the company to further develop its services, ensuring these essential businesses have access to cutting-edge tools to drive efficiency and growth.