CANDLELITE CHICAGO
OperatingCandlelite Holdings, Inc.
Food & Beverage · Packaged Food · Evanston, IL · Founded 2024
Chicago's favorite thin-crust pizza since 1950
Financials
FY2022–FY2023 · from SEC filings · hover any figure for its sourceFigures as reported by the issuer in the filing shown on hover. Each year’s pill shows the assurance level of its filed statements — audited, reviewed (CPA review, less than an audit), or unaudited, as the filing’s own report or certification states it. A dashed pill marked * is inferred instead: the SEC minimum for an offering that size, which the issuer may have exceeded. No pill means we couldn’t tell. Headcount is the filing’s point-in-time count, not a year-end average. Manually corrected figures are marked “Corrected”.
Valuation over rounds
Pre-money — the valuation set before each round’s money came inBlue bars are the pre-money valuation the company stated for a priced round.
Fundraising history
Team
4 people
Seasoned entrepreneur and visionary owner of a dynamic restaurant portfolio. With a proven track record of successfully establishing and growing multiple dining establishments, I excel in strategic planning, operational excellence, and fostering a culture of exceptional service. Dedicated to creating memorable culinary destinations, I lead diverse teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences. Always seeking new opportunities for expansion and innovation in the ever-evolving world of hospitality. Pat Fowler has been with Candlelite since 2008 working his way from delivery driver to owner operator of Candlelite and beyond. Candlelite frozen pizzas formed in 2020 to serve our new and existing customers beyond the brick and mortar.
With over 4 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Dakota is renowned for his exceptional ability to forge meaningful connections and drive revenue growth. Dakota also brings a diverse sales background with over 8 years experience. His personalized approach, industry expertise, and commitment to excellence have earned him a stellar reputation among clients and colleagues alike. Dakota's passion for community engagement sets him apart, making him a trusted partner in the ever-evolving world of restaurant sales. With a proven track record of success and a dedication to exceeding expectations, Dakota is poised to continue making a significant impact in the industry for years to come.
Media and hospitality executive for decades. Pete brings years of sales and hospitality experience to our group. Having been an owner of Candlelite for over 20+ years he is well versed in customer relations, and building long term value for stakeholders.
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Reg CF annual-report compliance
Filed 0 of 2 annual reports (FY2024–FY2025)
Missing: 2024, 2025
Reg CF issuers must file a Form C-AR each year until a Rule 202(b) termination trigger is met.
SEC filings
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