Innovating the Food Industry

FUELLING OUR COMMUNITIES

Coho Collective Kitchens, soon to be recognized under its new name, Purebread Brands Inc., is a growing force in commercial real estate and food technology, operating fast-casual cafes, bakeries and shared-kitchen facilities. Coho is committed to making a positive impact on the communities it serves and belive in the power of community and collaboration to drive success.

Coho brings together food lovers, ambitious entrepreneurs, and passionate investors to create a thriving ecosystem of culinary excellence.  We empower food businesses to flourish by providing state-of-the-art shared kitchen spaces, comprehensive business support, and an extensive community network.

Leadership Team

Andrew Barnes

  • Chief Executive Officer

    Andrew comes with 20+ years of Senior Operations & Finance Management experience at Electronic Arts. He is a serial entrepreneur: he is the co-founder of Tonic App (raised $3.5M Series A in Portugal, 2019).

Amrit Maharaj

  • Chief Operating Officer

    Amrit has 18+ years experience in Real Estate Development, and he is the owner of Avaram Homes. He's also the co-founder of Suna Studios - Western Canada's largest music rehearsal spaces. Amrit has been awarded the BC Community Achievement Award for Philanthropic Contributions.

  • Chief Marketing Officer

    With 10+ years experience in Management of Sales & Marketing in the technology sector, Jennifer is a serial entrepreneur. She is the Co-founder of Preview Careers - raised $130K seed funding - and Eloqi Language Learning Mobile App.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Former VP of Harvest One, responsible for financial oversight, capital raises, and M&A deals. Former Investment Banking Associate at Capital West Partners, Senior Associate at PwC in Audit and Assurance.

Board of Directors

Andrew Barnes

  • CEO, Co-founder

    20+ years Senior Operations & Finance Management experience at Electronic Arts

    Serial entrepreneur - Co-founder of Tonic App (raised $3.5M Series A in Portugal 2019)

Amrit Maharaj

  • COO, Co-founder

    18+ years Real Estate Development; owner of Avaram Homes.

    Serial entrepreneur - Co-founder of Suna Studios (Western Canada's largest music rehearsal spaces).

    Awarded BC Community Achievement Award for Philanthropic contributions.

  • Executive Advisor and Board Member

    Former CEO and CFO of Freshii Inc.

    Led sale of Freshii inc to Foodtastic in 2023

    Former Deputy CFO (VP) Walmart Canada

    Former VP Finance Restaurant Brands International

    15 years of leadership experience at global restaurant and retail brands

Justin Morel, COO, Top Table Group

  • COO, Top Table Group

    Former COO of The Crafted Hospitality Group - one of North America's preeminent restaurant groups. Oversaw operations and expansion of Tom Colicchio's entire portfolio.

    15+ Years in hospitality industry with top American restaurant brands.

  • CFO, Enthusiast Gaming (NASDAQ; TSX: EGLX)

    Former CFO of Aquilini Game Co. Led 2019 M&A of Enthusiast Gaming, Luminosity Gaming & J55 Capital.

    Current Board Member of NATO Canada.

Marija Radulovic-Nastic

  • Chief Technology Officer, Electronic Arts

    Previously SVP of Development Technology and Solutions a EA Canada.

    Member of the Fast Company Impact Council.

    Minerva Foundation’s Women in Technology Award for Leadership and Excellence

Board of Advisors

Bryan Wevers

  • Entrepreneur / Developer / Venture Capitalist

    30+ years in the construction industry and real estate development; owner of Wevers Holdings Ltd, Peak Concrete Design Ltd.

    Serial entrepreneur - Co-owner of Penticton Speedway, Sliders Restaurant (2015)

    Philanthropic contributions; Wevers Family Scholarship Fund

Tara Finnegan

  • SVP brokerage / Co Chair CBRE Canada Diversity Council at CBRE Canada

    30+ years Senior Vice President at CBRE, ​Vice Chair CBRE Canada Diversity Council at CBRE Canada, Co chair and Council Member at 10x10 Philanthropy