The Kenko Life Secures Angel Funding from R Raghunathan, Co-founder of Prizm Payment Services

• ByStartupStory     |    January 22, 2024

The Kenko Life, founded by Neeraj Kumar and Vivek Chandran, has recently closed an angel round of funds from Mr. R Raghunathan, Co-Founder of Prizm Payment Services (now known as Hitachi Payment Services Private Limited) and OPC Asset Solutions. The Kenko Life stands out for its commitment to delivering customized meals tailored to individual protein, calorie, and macro requirements, all while prioritizing taste.

The startup’s personalized meal plans are crafted by expert nutritionists who align with each customer’s health goals, providing support at every step. Kenko offers a range of dietary options, including carb-conscious, diabetes-friendly, vegetarian, non-vegetarian, multi-cuisine, and paleo plans, with durations ranging from one week to a month.

Presently available exclusively in Bangalore, The Kenko Life provides a diverse menu with 100 delicious meal options from different cuisines. Customers can choose from lunch, dinner, or both, without facing repetition throughout the month. Currently serving over 200 meals a day in Bangalore on a subscription model through their website, the startup is also accessible on-demand through Swiggy and Zomato.

Expressing enthusiasm about the recent investment, Co-founder Vivek Chandran stated, “We are thrilled to announce that R Raghunathan, co-founder of Prizm Payment Services and OPC Asset Solutions, with a proven track record in building successful startups, has decided to invest in our company. Raghu brings over 30 years of experience in building and scaling both manufacturing and service-centric businesses. His involvement in our business is a testament to his belief in our vision and potential. We are excited to leverage his wisdom, network, and resources to propel our growth and achieve new milestones.”

Founder Neeraj Kumar added, “The Kenko Life envisions launching an app, securing funds, and expanding to Gurgaon and Hyderabad, leveraging our existing client base and local support. We currently serve around 200 plus meals a day across 100 pin codes in the city; plans also include establishing healthy cafes in two upcoming fitness clubs and at some corporate establishments.”

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