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I wanted to change the way people think about charcuterie and deli meats, not as mass-produced, flavorless afterthoughts, but as real craft, real flavor foods that belong in every kitchen.I didn’t have deep pockets or corporate backing. I had a vision, persistence, and a belief that we could do better. That’s how Turchetti’s started: as a small butcher shop in Indianapolis, proving that great meats don’t need shortcuts.In 2019, Forbes recognized my work by naming me to their 30 Under 30 in Food \u0026amp; Drink, one of the youngest USDA plant owners in the country at the time. We’ve grown since then, weathered the challenges of the pandemic, and doubled down on what matters most: making high-quality, chef-driven deli meats and charcuterie at scale.But Turchetti’s is more than a business to me. It is something I have built with my own hands. I framed the walls, designed our USDA production facility, and turned an empty building into a fully operational plant. We secured a 10+ year lease with first rights to purchase, protecting our future as we scale into a national brand.Today, Turchetti’s is at a turning point. Demand is outpacing what we can produce, new distribution partnerships are underway, and retail launches are expanding our footprint. This investment will allow us to scale production, automate key processes, and put Turchetti’s on shelves nationwide.We’ve bootstrapped from day one. Now we are inviting you to be part of the next stage, helping us take Turchetti’s from a fast-growing craft brand to a national household name.—George TurketteInvest in the Future of Premium, Shelf-Stable Meats. Turchetti’s is setting a new standard for real craft and real flavor in salami and deli meats, making them more accessible nationwide. With a USDA-certified facility, strong brand recognition, and increasing demand from wholesale, grocery, and foodservice partners, we are ready to scale nationally.We’re raising capital to increase production, automate key processes, and meet growing demand. Now is the time to join us as we scale nationally and bring better charcuterie to the masses.Problem \u0026amp; OpportunityMost deli meats and charcuterie are mass-produced with fillers and poor flavor. Quality takes a back seat to cost-cutting, leaving buyers frustrated and consumers underserved.Legacy brands focus on efficiency over flavor, producing bland, unhealthy products.Small-batch makers create superior meats but lack the ability to scale nationally.Chefs, retailers, and consumers want authentic products with real craft and real flavor, but there is no supplier meeting that demand at scale.Turchetti’s bridges the gap: delivering craft-quality meats with the scale and reliability the market demands.Market Stats:The U.S. meat market is a $215 billion category, with $120 billion in deli meats, salami, and co-packing where Turchetti’s is focused.Over 60% of consumers actively seek clean-label, high-quality deli meats and charcuterie.Increasing food safety scrutiny is creating new challenges for mass producers, while opening the door for premium, craft brands like Turchetti’s.The Opportunity? No company is owning the premium, shelf-stable meat space at scale - until now.The Turchetti’s SolutionWe produce real craft, real flavor meats at a scale that no other premium brand is reaching.Our USDA-certified production facility gives us full control over quality, safety, and growth capacity.We are expanding through automation and efficiency, streamlining production while preserving chef-driven flavor and premium standards.Alongside our branded products, we’re capturing new revenue through co-packing partnerships, trusted by other premium meat companies.We are building a national brand consumers love and retailers trust, positioned to lead the premium deli and charcuterie category.What Makes Us Different?Craft Quality at Scale – Artisan techniques combined with scalable production deliver real craft and real flavor.USDA-Certified Facility – Full control of quality, safety, and growth capacity.Proven Demand – 7+ years in business, consistently validating consumer and wholesale appetite.Recognized in Indianapolis – Operated a beloved retail presence for 7 years, proving we can build a brand that consumers love and carry that equity into national expansion.Scalable Distribution – Shipping DTC to 31 states and expanding through 8+ distributor partners.Multi-Channel Revenue – Wholesale, retail, and co-packing drive predictable growth.Recognized Leadership – Founder named to Forbes 30 Under 30 in Food \u0026amp; Drink.Community \u0026amp; Brand Impact – Engaged consumer base and a trusted voice in better meat consumption.Traction \u0026amp; Business PerformanceWe’re not just starting out—we’ve already built a solid foundation:Signed ~$2.74M in deals across wholesale and co-manufacturing, with an additional ~$4.42M in active pipeline.Retail expansion underway with launches at Needler’s, Niemann Harvest Market, and Moody’s Butcher Shops, with additional distributor relationships in place and new accounts rolling out, including a California launch later this year.2oz convenience trays launching in Q2 2026 across Indiana retailers, on our website, and into California.Expanded production team to support increased capacity and meet growing demand.Facility secured with a 10+ year lease and first right of refusal to purchase.Good Food Awards 2026 finalist (Calabrese salami), validating product quality at a national level.Hired first sales manager, building out internal sales leadership to support growth.New branding launched: transitioned to Turchetti’s Meats with tagline Real Craft. Real Flavor.New packaging launched, built for retail shelves and designed to elevate brand presence.Expanded USDA-certified facility to increase capacity, streamline operations, and support national growth.Trailing 12-Month Revenue: $445,000+Projected Revenue \u0026amp; Profitability: Projections based on current growth trends, secured contracts, and market potential. Actual results may vary2026: $1.5 million revenue | $250,000 profit2027: $3 million revenue | $600,000 profit2030: $20 million revenue | $5 million profitSince 2017, we’ve grown Turchetti’s through bootstrapped efforts, reinvesting every dollar back into production and growth. Our transition from a beloved local retail shop to a USDA-certified national producer shows we can scale, while staying true to our commitment to real craft, real flavor meats that consumers and retailers trust.How Our Convertible Note Works for InvestorsThis investment is structured as a convertible note, meaning investors receive 5% annual interest and their investment converts into equity at a future funding event, rather than being a fixed return or revenue-share deal.Here’s how it works:Interest Rate: 5% simple interest per year, accruing until conversion or maturity.Discount for Early Investors: 10% discount on the share price at the next qualified equity round ($500,000+ in new investment).Valuation Cap: $2.5 million—meaning your investment converts at this valuation if the next round is priced higher.Maturity Date: April 1, 2027—if no priced round occurs before this date, the note converts into equity at the valuation cap.Example of a Potential Investor ScenarioIf you invest $10,000, and we raise a future equity round at a $5M valuation, your note converts at $2.5M valuation (due to the cap).You would get twice as much equity compared to new investors at the $5M valuation.Your accrued interest (5% per year) is either paid in cash or added to your investment at conversion.This structure is designed to reward early investors with lower entry prices and more equity upside, aligning our success with yours.Use of FundsYour investment will be used to scale production, optimize efficiency, and expand our sales reach. Investing in automation and strategic growth initiatives will increase productivity, lower costs, and allow us to capture more of the growing charcuterie and deli meats market. This funding round will directly allow us to acquire critical equipment immediately to meet demand for national account growth. With these improvements, we will be able to increase production speed by 50%, improving efficiency and capacity while reducing overall costs.35% – New automation equipment to increase production capacity and improve efficiency. - COMPLETE25% – Hiring additional production staff and sales representatives to scale operations. - COMPLETE20% – Expanding distribution channels and marketing efforts to drive brand awareness and sales.10% – Inventory \u0026amp; working capital to support growing demand and fulfill larger orders.3.1% – Product development \u0026amp; regulatory compliance for scaling CPG operations.6.9% - Wefunder fees.Together, our team has the experience, vision, and operational capability to scale Turchetti’s into a national leader in premium meats.Join Us – Invest in Turchetti’sA Clear Path to a CPG ExitOur long-term goal is to build Turchetti’s into a nationwide grocery brand and position ourselves for an acquisition by a larger food conglomerate or a strategic CPG exit. As we scale production, expand into more retailers, and solidify our brand presence, we will be well-positioned for a lucrative exit opportunity that benefits our early investors.Limited Availability – Secure Your SpotThis means limited availability for investors who want to be part of this next stage of growth.","location":"Indianapolis, IN","website":"https://www.turchettis.com","total_amount_raised":138400,"total_investors":91,"is_funded":true,"is_active":true,"quality_score":3,"related_urls":["https://wefunder.com/turchettissalumeria","https://www.turchettis.com"]},"media":{"share_image_url":"https://uploads.wefunder.com/uploads/company/custom_card_photo/175583/xxl_open-uri20250616-1-ui3b54.jpg","logo_url":"https://uploads.wefunder.com/uploads/company/logo/175583/large_blob","pitch_deck_url":"https://wefunder.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5MDQ1MCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--ec490043688bd43b5ae4db211e66f54a9104d832/Turchettis_PitchDeck_Feb2026.pdf","pitch_deck_filename":"Turchettis_PitchDeck_Feb2026.pdf"},"links":{"company_url":"https://www.turchettis.com","linkedin_url":"https://linkedin.com/company/turchettismeats/","instagram_url":"https://instagram.com/turchettismeats","tiktok_url":"https://tiktok.com/@turchettismeats"},"highlights":[],"quick_facts":[{"index":1,"claim_id":"claim-fact-1","value":"Reached 30% of 2025 sales by February 2026"},{"index":2,"claim_id":"claim-fact-2","value":"Calabrese Salami - Good Food Award Finalist 2026"},{"index":3,"claim_id":"claim-fact-3","value":"Gross Margin 75%+ across all product lines"},{"index":4,"claim_id":"claim-fact-4","value":"2oz Convenience Trays Launching Q1 2026"},{"index":5,"claim_id":"claim-fact-5","value":"$2.5m in co-manufacturing revenue projected for 2026"},{"index":6,"claim_id":"claim-fact-6","value":"Founder awarded 2019 Forbes 30 Under 30 in food \u0026amp; drink"},{"index":8,"claim_id":"claim-fact-8","value":"Automation allows us to increase production by 50% and reduce costs, fueling national expansion"}],"team":[{"id":5512186,"entity_id":"wefunder:company_role:5512186","user_entity_id":"wefunder:user:4672006","role":"founder","name":"George Turkette","title":"Founder / CEO","bio":"Award-winning butcher and charcuterie expert. 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Repeat orders are coming in, production is running cleaner, and the pace inside the plant floor feels more consistent week to week!At the same time, we’re pushing forward on t...","published_at":"2026-04-03T18:15:26Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/294339","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/294339"},{"id":268372,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:268372","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"181% Year Over Year Growth","preview":"This year is starting very differently than last year in the best way possible. Through the first two months of 2026, revenue is up 181% year over year. In 60 days, we’ve already generated nearly one third of all of last year’s total revenue.What that tells me is simple: the work we put in last year is translating into output now. Production is smoother. Orders are repeating and scaling. The pace inside the facility feels steady instead of chaotic. 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Each stop gave us valuable insight into how food and CPG companies are scaling globally, and where opportunities exist for Turchetti’s to expand.The most powerful part was the community....","published_at":"2025-10-01T13:02:44Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/193615","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/193615"},{"id":185761,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:185761","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"🥓🥓🥓 Record Production \u0026amp; 2.47m Pipeline 🥓🥓🥓","preview":"We are stacking real momentum across sales, production, and operations. Here are the latest highlights:✅ Pipeline Growth: $2.47M total pipeline, with $1.63M currently open. We just onboarded a major new deli meat co-packing customer and met with three regional grocery chains last week. Needler’s has their first products hitting shelves in Carmel and downtown Indianapolis now.✅ Production Record: In October, we produced over 4,000 lbs of salami - our largest month yet. We have also ordered a v...","published_at":"2025-09-17T14:54:23Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/185761","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/185761"},{"id":185646,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:185646","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Second Push of Our Raise Starts Now","preview":"If you have been waiting to join us or increase your investment, now is the time. We are kicking off the second push of our raise. The plan is to close it soon so we can finish the work needed to scale. We already have strong angels committed and more than 100 people from the community who have invested. Over the next two weeks the focus is on finishing the round.The timing lines up. Our new branding just launched this week and it is a big shift for us. Dropping “Salumeria” was not just cosme...","published_at":"2025-09-12T17:04:00Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/185646","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/185646"},{"id":185523,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:185523","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"We are now Turchetti's Meats!","preview":"Turchetti’s Salumeria is no more. Starting today, we are officially\u0026nbsp;Turchetti’s Meats.I got my start working out of a commissary kitchen in downtown Indianapolis, selling salami at farmers markets. From there we opened our first spot in Fountain Square and built a well-loved deli and butcher shop. That chapter gave us proof of concept and taught us what people wanted most.Now we are focused on national growth. The new name is simple and clear:\u0026nbsp;Turchetti’s Meats. Real Craft. Real Fla...","published_at":"2025-09-08T23:32:16Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/185523","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/185523"},{"id":185006,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:185006","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Rebrand Done. Team Built. Now Let’s Finish the Raise.","preview":"Hey everyone,It took way longer than expected, but we finally got our Form C upgrade approved. That means our Wefunder raise can now officially go up to $400K. Huge thanks to everyone who's already in!If you've been thinking about jumping in or tossing a little more on the pile, there’s still time.A lot has happened since our last update, and we’ve been moving fast. Here’s what we’ve been up to.Big Wins• I hired a full production team this summer, which has been a massive shift. I'm finally o...","published_at":"2025-08-22T20:01:41Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/185006","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/185006"},{"id":182978,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:182978","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Investor Open House 6/22","preview":"After 8 years of running our restaurant, deli, and butcher shop in Indianapolis, we closed the storefront last fall and moved into our new USDA-certified production facility.Since then, we’ve been focused entirely on growing Turchetti’s as a national salami and deli brand. But people still show up at our door thinking we’re a restaurant. So… we figured it was time to open up the space and show people what we’re actually doing now.We’re hosting an Investor Open House on Sunday, June 22 from 10...","published_at":"2025-06-13T14:07:07Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/182978","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/182978"},{"id":182419,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:182419","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Track Days \u0026amp; Podcast Plays 🏁","preview":"🎙️ PitchLab episode just dropped I sat down with the Merrick Creative crew to talk Turchetti’s, salami life, and the winding road from pizza-kitchen pancetta to building a national meat brand. I had a blast doing it so go give it a listen! https://merrickcreative.com/pitchlab/george-turkette (also live on your favorite podcast app).🚥 Race-week energy at IMSFast Friday practice at the Speedway hit different this year, new Wefunder investor Michael Luebcke from First Financial Bank invited me t...","published_at":"2025-05-17T00:58:04Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/182419","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/182419"},{"id":182242,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:182242","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Chicago, Charcuterie, and a Side of Guinness 🍻","preview":"Lots happening at Turchetti’s right now — quick check-in straight from the production floor:🚀 Funding We’re sitting at about $133K raised from 62 investors. SEC review of our updated financials is still chugging, so the cap stays put for now but with plenty of room left if you’ve been thinking about it.📦 Chicago bound I’m final-lining a deal with a new distributor in the Chicago area to get our salami rolling up I-65 and onto more Midwest shelves.🐦 Hummingbirds on deck Just inked a partnershi...","published_at":"2025-05-09T16:32:08Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/182242","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/182242"},{"id":181332,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181332","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"New accounts, new hires, and Rev Indy next week!","preview":"Lots happening at Turchetti’s right now — here’s a quick update:🚀 $132,850 raised from 62 investors! We’re upgrading our financials with the SEC right now, which will take a few weeks to finalize. For transparency, this keeps our Wefunder cap where it is for now — but there’s still room to get in if you’ve been thinking about it.🛒 First Indy grocery account since closing the shop! We’re about to land on shelves at Needler’s Fresh Market in downtown Indianapolis — our first retail pickup in In...","published_at":"2025-04-26T15:33:08Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/181332","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181332"},{"id":181512,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181512","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"🎉 Form C Filed! Let's GO!","preview":"Let’s go.Our Form C is officially filed, which means Turchetti’s Wefunder campaign is now LIVE and rolling for real. We’re beyond stoked. This is a huge milestone, and it unlocks the next chapter of our raise—getting fully funded, bringing on more believers, and scaling the hell out of what we’re building.We’ve already raised $119,300 toward our next milestone of $174,000, and the momentum’s real.To everyone who already backed us: thank you. You’re early. You’re essential. And we’re just gett...","published_at":"2025-04-18T16:17:47Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/181512","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181512"},{"id":181333,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181333","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"50+ Investors and Counting - Let's Go!","preview":"We just crossed $100,000 raised and now have 50+ investors backing Turchetti’s. That’s a huge milestone—and I’ve gotta be honest, I’m pretty overwhelmed (in the best way) by the support we’ve gotten so far.I launched this campaign hoping we’d find a few folks who believe in what we’re building—but this level of response? It’s been wild. Every investment, every message, every share... it’s all made a real impact. I don’t take any of it for granted.Here’s some of what’s going down right now:We ...","published_at":"2025-04-10T23:46:24Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/181333","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181333"},{"id":180841,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:180841","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Week One Update: $44K Raised, New Product Launch \u0026amp; Big Momentum","preview":"Hey everyone —Today marks one week since launching our Wefunder, and I just want to say how genuinely grateful I am for the support so far.In seven days, we’ve raised $44,800 from people who believe in better meat and better business. That’s more than half of our first $75,000 milestone, which is just the start of a larger raise that will help us scale production, grow our team, and bring premium salami and deli meats to more tables across the country.Some exciting wins this week:New Product ...","published_at":"2025-03-28T12:36:36Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/180841","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/180841"},{"id":180447,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:180447","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"First Week Down – Let’s Keep It Rolling","preview":"Hey everyone,We’re one week into the Community Round, and I just want to say thanks to everyone who’s already jumped in, shared, or given feedback. We’ve got over $50K committed so far, and more coming in.Right now, we’re still in friends \u0026 family mode—this is the chance for the people who know and support Turchetti’s to get in early before we open it up wider next week. If you’ve been thinking about investing, now’s a great time.If you’re not looking to invest but still want to help, sharing...","published_at":"2025-03-14T16:04:39Z","author_name":"George Turkette","url":"/feed/180447","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/180447"}],"q_and_a":[{"id":315520,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:315520","question":"Dear, I hope this message finds you well. I came across your business listing and I’m very interested in learning more about the opportunity. I would appreciate the chance to discuss further details with you. Would you be available for a quick call or Zoom meeting? You can reach me directly at +41 766 501 494, or feel free to book a time that suits you via my Calendly link: https://calendly.com/adam-zhusupov/30min Looking forward to speaking with you soon. Best regards, Adam Zhusupov","author_name":"Adam Zhusupov","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-09-23T08:49:50Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/turchettissalumeria#question-315520","answers":[{"id":317320,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:317320","answer":"Absolutely! I reached out to get some time on your calendar. Thanks - George","author_name":"George Turkette","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-10-17T17:48:18Z"}]},{"id":331208,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:331208","question":"Hi George, What was unaudited revenue for 2025? Sounds like great traction to start 26, can you share forecasts or major milestones you're working towards this year? What's current cash on hand and burn rate? Does that include funds from this raise?","author_name":"Brian S","votes":0,"created_at":"2026-04-16T15:41:30Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/turchettissalumeria#question-331208","answers":[]}],"faq":[{"question":"Dear, I hope this message finds you well. I came across your business listing and I’m very interested in learning more about the opportunity. I would appreciate the chance to discuss further details with you. Would you be available for a quick call or Zoom meeting? You can rea...","answer":"Absolutely! I reached out to get some time on your calendar. Thanks - George"}]}}}