Joshua Z. Tabin
Serial Entrepreneur • CEO • 30+ Years of Innovation
Transforming Ideas into Industry-Leading Companies
Serial Entrepreneur • CEO • 30+ Years of Innovation
Transforming Ideas into Industry-Leading Companies
Three decades of innovation, from IT integration to food industry transformation
Created the world's third 3D multi-user action-RPG on the historic PLATO mainframe, pioneering early multiplayer gaming technology and virtual world development. Learn more
Left traditional education path in Champaign, Illinois, demonstrating early non-conformist approach that would define entrepreneurial mindset.
Co-founded early Internet browser company, establishing expertise in emerging web technologies and digital communications.
Launched Tabin Technology company, establishing foundation for entrepreneurial career in IT development and business integration. Built to nearly $50MM in revenue before exiting.
Became member of YEO (now EO), connecting with peer network of high-growth business leaders. Later "graduated" to YPO (Young Presidents Organization); still a member of Rocky Mountain Gold Chapter.
Successfully exited first venture through acquisition by a publicly traded company, validating business model and execution.
Pioneered international expansion into emerging markets, bringing global coffee culture to Central European consumers.
Led initial public offering of Starbucks franchise operation, demonstrating ability to scale and institutionalize ventures.
Launched venture-backed technology company, pioneering early SaaS solutions in parametric search and discovery. Later sold in 2014 to OMIKRON Data Quality GmbH.
Investor and board member of natural food CPG company, providing strategic leadership in healthy snack innovation.
Launched VC investment firm focused on food and consumer product companies, leveraging operational expertise in scaling ventures.
Entered food industry with innovative meat and vegetable snack bars, focusing on healthy, natural, allergen-friendly products.
Established Natural Food CPG Conference in Boulder, Colorado, creating premier networking platform for natural products industry.
Executed series of strategic acquisitions to expand food industry portfolio: Paleo Meals To Go (2018), ShopAIP/FullyHealthy.com (2021), KeenOne Quinoa (2023), Cusa Tea & Coffee (2023), and Gembra Health (2025).
Designed, built, and launched a mash-up of eBay and Instagram specifically for the art knife trading community. Check it out at tactribe.com
An exposé on modern relationships and family. Buy it on Amazon. Audiobook coming soon.
Staying busy leading Wild Zora Foods, Flatiron Food Factory, Gembra Health, Cusa Tea & Coffee, and KeenOne Quinoa.
Leading innovation across multiple industries with specialized ventures
Premium meat & vegetable snack bars and healthy convenience foods. Gluten-free, paleo-friendly, AIP-compliant products made with 100% grass-fed beef and organic vegetables.
Visit Website →Premium human-grade beef liver dog treats without chemical processing. Natural, single-ingredient treats that provide the nutritional benefits dogs need without harmful additives or chemical treatments.
Visit Website →Contract freeze-drying and food processing facility. WBENC-certified, USDA-inspected, family-owned operation specializing in freeze-dried foods for human & pet consumption.
Visit Website →Premium instant tea and coffee using patented cold-brew technology. Instant beverages that dissolve in hot or cold water in seconds, with no chemicals or additives.
Visit Website →Premium organ & glandular powder supplier specializing in grass-fed bovine collagen and organ products. cGMP certified facility with organic certification serving wholesale markets.
Visit Website →AI-powered psychometric surveys that measure alignment between employees' strengths & values to their role & company culture. Helps companies build aligned teams with better retention and performance.
Visit Website →A social platform and community for knife collectors and enthusiasts. Connect with fellow collectors, share your collection, discover new pieces, and stay updated on the latest in the knife collecting world.
Visit Website →A sharp, funny, and refreshingly honest book exploring what broke in modern relationships and what it would take to fix it. Published December 2025, available on Amazon.
Buy on Amazon →A glimpse into the entrepreneurial journey...
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