Chuck Templeton

American Internet entrepreneur

Chuck Templeton is a prominent American internet entrepreneur and the current Director at Flashfood, a company dedicated to reducing food waste by connecting consumers with discounted groceries. He is widely recognized for founding OpenTable, an online restaurant reservation service that went public in 2009 and was later acquired by The Priceline Group in 2014.1 2 4

Background and Education

Templeton hails from Lafayette, California, and began his career as a United States Army Ranger. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Economics from California Polytechnic State University and an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.2 3

Career Highlights

OpenTable: Templeton founded OpenTable in 1998, addressing the need for easier restaurant reservations. Under his leadership, the company became a leader in its field.
S2G Ventures: After leaving OpenTable, he co-founded S2G Ventures, focusing on investments in sustainable food and agriculture.3 4 He serves as a managing partner, helping emerging companies scale their operations.
Other Ventures: Templeton has been involved with several startups, including GrubHub (as founding chairman), Braintree (now part of PayPal), and other companies focused on sustainability and technology.2 4

Role at Flashfood

As Director at Flashfood, Templeton leverages his extensive experience in marketplace dynamics to enhance the company's mission of providing affordable food options while minimizing waste. His insights into scaling businesses are crucial as Flashfood aims for significant growth in the food marketplace sector.1 5

Templeton's commitment to sustainable practices and innovation continues to influence his work at Flashfood and beyond, reflecting his dedication to addressing pressing environmental issues through entrepreneurial endeavors.