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Rob Wilder

Venture Partner

FTW Ventures

United States, Texas, Austin

About Me

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.

Profile Information

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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