Toronto-based corporate catering startup Platterz has rebranded to Thriver following a $43.8 million CAD ($33 million USD) Series B round to support the company’s expansion into new verticals. The Series B round of equity financing was led by Viola Growth, with participation from new investors Vertex Ventures Israel, Union Tech Ventures, Journey Ventures, and FJ Labs, along with existing investors Aleph and Altair Capital. The funding will be used by Thriver to expand into new geographic markets and verticals, and grow its team. The new platform extends beyond corporate food solutions to include virtual employee engagement experiences. Over the … Continue reading Platterz raises $43.8 million CAD Series B, rebrands to Thriver as company pivots post-pandemic