Invest in Balè Moya
Ethiopian food is a $2.4 billion category in the US — underfunded, underrepresented, and largely invisible to mainstream consumers. Balè Moya is changing that. The people who see it early are the ones who'll say they were there.
We are in an early growth phase and exploring strategic investment from people who understand what's being built here — not just as a food brand, but as a cultural platform with a growing community, a content engine, and multiple revenue streams already in motion.
If that's you, we want to hear from you.
What we're looking for
We're not looking for capital alone. We're looking for partners who bring relationships, expertise, and a genuine belief in what Ethiopian food culture can become in this country and beyond.
Submit your interest
Fill out the questions below and email your responses to info@thebalemoya.com with the subject line Investor Interest.
- Your full name and where you're based
- Your professional background — what do you do and what have you built or invested in before?
- What draws you to Balè Moya specifically — what did you see that made you reach out?
- What is your experience with early-stage investing, and what stage of company do you typically engage with?
- What do you bring beyond capital — relationships, expertise, network?
- How did you hear about Balè Moya?
- Is there a general range of investment you typically consider at this stage?
We review every submission personally. If there's alignment, we'll set up a call.