Rob is a Venture Partner at FTW Ventures. A 40-year veteran entrepreneur in food and restaurants Rob is notably co-founder of the global restaurant and media company José Andrés Group and non-profit World Central Kitchen. Rob is also an accomplished investor, founding FoodTech Angels to support innovative early-stage companies that leverage technology to change the world of food. At FTW Rob will be seeking new investment opportunities and guiding portfolio companies in his areas of expertise.


Rob Wilder
Venture Partner
FTW Ventures
United States, Texas, Austin
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Venture Partner
FTW Ventures
Operations Team
Manager/Sponsor
Austin
Texas
United States
Apr 28, 2025
Work Experience
FTW Ventures
Venture Partner Aug 2024 - Present
Email: rw@ftw.vc
Derive Ventures
Advisor Jan 2022 - Present
Sustainable Food Center
Advisory Council Jan 2019 - Present
WineGame Inc
Co-Founder Sep 2016 - Present
FoodTech Angels
Founder Jul 2015 - Present
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Member Board of Trustees Apr 2012 - Present
World Central Kitchen
Chairman/Co-Founder Jan 2011 - Present
DC Central Kitchen
Chairman Emeritus Jan 2000 - Present
José Andrés Group
Co-Founder/Executive Vice Chairman Jan 1993 - Present
Austin Grills
Founder Jan 1988 - Jan 2006
Amy's Ice Creams
Founding Partner/Board Member Oct 1984 - Oct 1987
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