Zachary Farkas

Automating Real Estate Transactions

📍 United States🔄 Updated October 2026💼 4 investments📅 4 years investing🗓 Last invested Nov 2022
Operator-angel🌍 United States
4
Total investments
3
Early stage
1
Mid stage
0
Late stage
4y
Years active

Portfolio

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Angel Investor
Nov 2022
ClearCOGS turbocharges your existing POS, inventory, and scheduling systems. No rip-and-replace required. Our AI transforms the data you already have into simple daily actions for prep, ordering, and staffing. Reduce food waste by 25-30%, cut labor costs by 15%, and gain 10+ hours weekly. Built for multi-unit restaurants ready to scale profitably without disruption. At ClearCOGS, we are dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency and effectiveness of restaurant businesses through our advanced Prescriptive AI technology. Our mission is to empower restaurant owners and operators with intuitive tools and insights, simplifying decision-making and forecasting in the dynamic food service landscape. We deeply understand the challenges faced by the restaurant industry - from managing fluctuating customer demands to optimizing inventory. This drives our commitment to providing user-friendly solutions that translate complex data into easily actionable intelligence. Our core services include: Prescriptive Forecasting: Utilizing AI to not only predict but also prescribe actions for customer demand, staffing, and inventory management. Operational Optimization: Employing data-driven strategies to improve customer satisfaction and minimize waste. Actionable Insights: Delivering clear, concise recommendations that inform strategic decisions and promote growth. At ClearCOGS, we are more than a technology provider; we are your strategic partner in navigating and thriving in a data-driven culinary world. Connect with us to explore how our Prescriptive AI can revolutionize your restaurants operations.
early stageRestaurants
Angel Investor
Oct 2022
The Mushroom Meat Co. is a B2B startup that’s redefining nutrition by “moving mushrooms from supplements to center stage”. We believe that consumers are seeking a balance of health, craveability and sustainability. We call this “The Trifecta” and it underlies everything we do. We craft first-of-their-kind, award-winning menu items from mushrooms and whole plants. It’s not alternative protein, it’s superfood nutrition. Our MushroomMeat™ is made with real food ingredients, comes lightly seasoned and cooks up like traditional meat. It’s the perfect versatile ingredient; standing up to freezing, searing, roasting, stewing and slow cooking. Food service operators use these staples to create a variety of multicultural dishes. It’s high in fiber and low in fat + sodium, yet in taste tests chefs and consumers describe it as “the best [they’ve] ever tasted”. Our products are also vegan, keto friendly, gluten-free, soy-free and suit just about any diet. Let us help you transform your menu in an exciting, accessible and mouthwatering direction!
Investor
Aug 2022
We turn food waste into opportunity — and fruit into fuel. The Ugly Company rescues cosmetically imperfect fruit in California’s Central Valley and transforms it into premium, zero-added-sugar snacks — creating a scalable solution for agricultural waste and food system sustainability. 🚜 13.7M lbs of fruit rescued 💧 445M gallons of water saved 💼 94 jobs created in Farmersville, CA 🛒 3,500+ retail doors incl. Walmart, CVS, Sam’s Club, and Sprouts Founded by Army veteran and 4th-gen farmer Ben Moore, Ugly is now scaling nationally with state-of-the-art processing and strong retail momentum. Were building more than a snack brand — were growing a movement. Interested in partnering, investing, or learning more? Let’s talk. → www.theuglyco.com
Angel Investor
Aug 2022
Our team—comprised of former elite military operators, including Navy SEALs, Green Berets, Army Rangers, and Marine Raiders—delivers elite cognitive performance coaching to law enforcement agencies across America. By breaking down stigma and reshaping the conversation around mental resilience, we reach those who have traditionally avoided available wellness resources. Our Special Operations-inspired platform—developed by U.S. Special Operators and the sports psychologists who trained them—equips you to perform at your peak in high-pressure moments, build lasting resilience, and successfully navigate the challenges of a high-stress career.
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2025
2022
Angel Investor
Nov 2022
ClearCOGS turbocharges your existing POS, inventory, and scheduling systems. No rip-and-replace required. Our AI transforms the data you already have into simple daily actions for prep, ordering, and staffing. Reduce food waste by 25-30%, cut labor costs by 15%, and gain 10+ hours weekly. Built for multi-unit restaurants ready to scale profitably without disruption. At ClearCOGS, we are dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency and effectiveness of restaurant businesses through our advanced Prescriptive AI technology. Our mission is to empower restaurant owners and operators with intuitive tools and insights, simplifying decision-making and forecasting in the dynamic food service landscape. We deeply understand the challenges faced by the restaurant industry - from managing fluctuating customer demands to optimizing inventory. This drives our commitment to providing user-friendly solutions that translate complex data into easily actionable intelligence. Our core services include: Prescriptive Forecasting: Utilizing AI to not only predict but also prescribe actions for customer demand, staffing, and inventory management. Operational Optimization: Employing data-driven strategies to improve customer satisfaction and minimize waste. Actionable Insights: Delivering clear, concise recommendations that inform strategic decisions and promote growth. At ClearCOGS, we are more than a technology provider; we are your strategic partner in navigating and thriving in a data-driven culinary world. Connect with us to explore how our Prescriptive AI can revolutionize your restaurants operations.
early stageRestaurants
Angel Investor
Oct 2022
The Mushroom Meat Co. is a B2B startup that’s redefining nutrition by “moving mushrooms from supplements to center stage”. We believe that consumers are seeking a balance of health, craveability and sustainability. We call this “The Trifecta” and it underlies everything we do. We craft first-of-their-kind, award-winning menu items from mushrooms and whole plants. It’s not alternative protein, it’s superfood nutrition. Our MushroomMeat™ is made with real food ingredients, comes lightly seasoned and cooks up like traditional meat. It’s the perfect versatile ingredient; standing up to freezing, searing, roasting, stewing and slow cooking. Food service operators use these staples to create a variety of multicultural dishes. It’s high in fiber and low in fat + sodium, yet in taste tests chefs and consumers describe it as “the best [they’ve] ever tasted”. Our products are also vegan, keto friendly, gluten-free, soy-free and suit just about any diet. Let us help you transform your menu in an exciting, accessible and mouthwatering direction!
Investor
Aug 2022
We turn food waste into opportunity — and fruit into fuel. The Ugly Company rescues cosmetically imperfect fruit in California’s Central Valley and transforms it into premium, zero-added-sugar snacks — creating a scalable solution for agricultural waste and food system sustainability. 🚜 13.7M lbs of fruit rescued 💧 445M gallons of water saved 💼 94 jobs created in Farmersville, CA 🛒 3,500+ retail doors incl. Walmart, CVS, Sam’s Club, and Sprouts Founded by Army veteran and 4th-gen farmer Ben Moore, Ugly is now scaling nationally with state-of-the-art processing and strong retail momentum. Were building more than a snack brand — were growing a movement. Interested in partnering, investing, or learning more? Let’s talk. → www.theuglyco.com
Angel Investor
Aug 2022
Our team—comprised of former elite military operators, including Navy SEALs, Green Berets, Army Rangers, and Marine Raiders—delivers elite cognitive performance coaching to law enforcement agencies across America. By breaking down stigma and reshaping the conversation around mental resilience, we reach those who have traditionally avoided available wellness resources. Our Special Operations-inspired platform—developed by U.S. Special Operators and the sports psychologists who trained them—equips you to perform at your peak in high-pressure moments, build lasting resilience, and successfully navigate the challenges of a high-stress career.