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Tuesday, Jun 16, 2026

OC500 2022 – HOSPITALITY/FOOD: KERRY SONG

FOUNDER, CEO, ABBOT’S BUTCHER

WHY: Founded plant-based meat alternative brand of Costa Mesa in 2017 to provide more access to consumers.

IN THE NEWS: Completed its largest retail expansion to date as of May— vegan chorizo alternative now available at 1,215 Target locations nationwide, and entire product line expanded into over 150 The Fresh Market locations and 73 Fresh Thyme grocery stores. Reported 700% sales growth from prior year and expects to triple growth by end of year.

NOTABLE: Actors Owen Wilson and Woody Harrelson participated in company’s Series A round in 2021.

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