We are BōkU, “A True Family-Owned Superfood Company.” For over 10 years, we have been helping people all around the globe live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
In a world full of toxins, pesticides, and other nasty things, it’s sometimes hard for us to recognize the toll our environment takes on our bodies. Complications such as cancer, diabetes, obesity and more have been linked directly to what we eat. Trans fats, hydrogenated this and that, chemicals we can’t even pronounce are unfortunately a large part of many people’s diets…
BōkU has set out to change that. Family is the backbone of our DNA, so caring for the greater good comes easily to us. We have made great-tasting, affordable products so everyone has an opportunity to live a better life.
We have had opportunities to cash out on BōkU in the past, but we have always been asked to compromise. Because of this, we continue to politely refuse. We want to be aligned with people who share our passion for wellbeing, people who look out for others like family.
We are now looking for investors who want to join our family and help us grow. We want investors who share our same values and goals. Do you want to help BōkU reach and make a positive difference for as many people as we can?
Boku International, Inc. currently produces and markets Organic Superfood Products. Boku is an established brand with existing customers and we currently sell our products online at bokusuperfoods.com.
Investment
$.50 per share of Common Stock│When you invest you are betting the company’s future value will exceed $6.3M.
*All perks occur after the offering is completed.
23 years ago, like so many other children, our son Reno Jr was labeled "attention deficit". In our observation, he was really just a curious boy with lots of energy but was apparently more than a handful for his teacher.
We were called in to meet with the principal of the school and much to our surprise, there was a medical doctor present as well. Without even making eye contact, he was ready to write a prescription for Ritalin.
We are a family with a rich history of farming and natural, holistic approaches to health and wellness. We simply were not interested in subjecting our son to potentially harmful pharmaceutical drugs. Instead, we made it our goal to find a healthier and more natural solution.
We consulted a naturopathic doctor who strongly encouraged us to consider "superfoods". He explained that there were recent studies showing significant improvement in cognition, focus, and memory from consumption of certain algae and other plant-based foods.
We had never heard the term "superfood" before and were encouraged to learn that nature might provide the solution we were seeking after all. After a bit of research, we discovered a superfood blend from California and had it shipped to our home. Unfortunately, it smelled and tasted like fish food. We masked the flavor with juice and encouraged Reno Jr. to stick with it, by taking the superfood ourselves as well. The results were immediate and compelling as we witnessed dramatic transformation in Reno Jr and the rest of the family too. This ignited a sincere passion in all of us to learn more and share with the world.
Since our inception in 2007, we have positively impacted tens of thousands of people and are just beginning to scratch the surface of our potential. Family forms the fabric of our company and our family grows with every new customer.
The United States is the 10th unhealthiest country in the world and is ninth highest in obesity rate with 35% of the country being classified as dangerously overweight. 1 in 5 adults suffer from a mental health condition.
It starts at the top; there are 1 billion pounds of pesticides applied to U.S. farms every year. 70% of our diets are processed foods and there can be up to 10,000 toxic chemical additives in these processed foods.
We’ve identified what we believe to be several habits and issues, both individual lifestyle and societal that lead to unhealthy living habits in this country:
When we discovered the power that our superfoods had, we immediately recognized BōkU’s ability to make a difference in people’s lives. We made it our mission to improve the quality of life in our society by helping each individual better themselves from the inside out. When you’re fueling your body with the healthiest, most natural foods, we believe you are guiding yourself towards a better existence.
Here are some of the ways BōkU provides solutions for these problems:
A Superfood is a plant-based food known to deliver extraordinary nutritional potency and health-forming benefits. BōKU specializes in the most amazing fruits, vegetables, roots, sprouts, mushrooms and more that have been revered in cultures all over the world for hundreds, and in some cases, thousands of years.
These pristine foods are harvested fresh, dried at low temperature and powdered, locking in their incredible concentrated potency. They are then blended according to our proprietary formulations. All you do is add the liquid back that was removed in the drying process and enjoy a tidal wave of delicious, immune-building human fuel! Some of those benefits include:
BōKU is an established BRAND with a proven track record benefiting from millions of consumer impressions. We have spent more than a decade sourcing the finest organic ingredients from the most pristine, mineral rich soils on earth. We shake the hands that farm the land - forging deep and trusting relationships directly with the producers of these precious, rare earth superfoods.
More than a product, BōKU is a Lifestyle!
We embody three key elements that define and establish why BōKU is so special and unique in the industry:
We’re not in the superfood industry because it’s trendy. We discovered superfoods nearly 25 years ago through an authentic, transformative experience in a quest to help our child.
BōKU has forged direct relationships over 10 years, with best-in-class superfood farmers supplying the most pristine
ingredients on earth.
We maintain a high level of consciousness
and teachability dedicated to sharing what we learn, through social outreach and unprecedented customer experiences.
More than a decade of extensive beta-testing to define our sales methodologies and to perfect our customer experience has now positioned BōKU to scale aggressively. This disciplined approach to brand building and controlled growth has built an unshakable foundation and platform from which to expand.
Mike Adams
Known as the "Health Ranger", Outspoken Consumer Health Advocate and Award-Winning Investigative Journalist
Maria Roth
Boku Brand Ambassador
Joe Desena
CEO and Co-Founder of the Death Race and the Spartan Race
“I love your products.”
Joann B
“I feel great on the product, the website is easy to use, and delivery was fast!!”
Maureen H
“The products are great and not harsh on the stomach.”
Demetria T
Organic food sales in the U.S. totaled around $43 billion in 2016, with almost 30% in the direct-to-consumer category. This is an increase of $3.3 billion (8.4%) over prior year, marking the first time the organic food market has broken through the $40-billion mark. Following Amazon’s recent acquisition of Whole Foods, this trend is expected to continue. The $15.6-billion organic fruits and vegetables sector held onto its position as the largest of the organic food categories, accounting for almost 40 percent of all organic food sales while vegan superfood powders has grown 360% over the past decade.
BōkU has proven its value in the superfood space and shown the type of longevity that is the mark of a strong business. When you invest in BōkU, you are investing in an established brand with an existing customer base that has yielded outstanding retention. We believe we have made millions of impressions in our 10+ year history, and we look forward to making millions more.
The burgeoning market demand for direct-to-consumer superfoods makes the future of our company very bright. With our award-winning, industry-leading formulas using the world’s finest ingredients, we will continue to pioneer the intersection of nutritious meets delicious. The foundation of BōkU is one of integrity and passion; because of this, we deliver extreme customer value without compromise.
With your investment, you will be helping us finish our state-of-the-art factory in Ojai, CA. Here, we will be doing more than processing and shipping our superfoods to your door. We will have the “Willy Wonka factory of superfoods”, where we we will continue to incubate cutting edge new formulas and produce with remarkable efficiency. We will host field trips and special events to educate children on the importance of organic nutrition.
Our goal is to foster a forward-thinking space that can impact people’s lives as much as our BōkU superfoods already have. Think L.L. Bean and Patagonia.
In addition, we will use funds to continue bringing you the innovative ideas that have made us who we are today. We will introduce pet superfoods, superfood beers, performance powders… The list goes on!
The future is bright at BōkU, and we hope you invest in that future and become a part of our family!
“Pure essential oils have a long history of use in Europe for their antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties,” says BJ Adrezin, MD, chief medical advisor to BōKUInternational. “Inhaling pure essential oils can be a great support in preventing or treating the common cold, which is a virus.
‘Tis the season of giving! Do you have your holiday shopping list completed? BōKU caught the eye BLEU Magazine while creating their ‘Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas’ list. BLEU Magazine couldn’t resist these amazing holiday gift baskets we’ve put together just for you this season!
Boku was featured in an article in Marie Claire under the "Health Nuts" section.
BōKU® Superfood was named as a Foodie Fave of Clean Eating Magazine’s October 2014 Issue, “Superfoods for Super Health.”
Maximum 2,140,000 shares* of common stock ($1,070,000)
*Maximum subject to adjustment for bonus shares. See 10% Bonus below
Minimum 20,000 shares of common stock ($10,000)
| Company | Boku International, Inc. |
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| Corporate Address | 987 West Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023 |
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| Description of Business | Boku International, Inc produces, and markets organic superfood products under the BōKU® brand. Boku is an established brand with a proven track record benefiting from millions of consumer impressions. More than a product, BōKU® is a Lifestyle! |
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| Type of Security Offered | Common Stock |
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| Purchase Price of Security Offered | $0.50 |
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| Minimum Investment Amount (per investor) | $200.00 |
Perks*
$250+ - Boku Trial Packs (Super Food and Super Protein)
$500+ - 30 Day Supply of Boku's full size Meal Kit and most popular products (Super Food and Super Protein)
$1,000+ - 10% Lifetime Discount & 30 Day Supply of Boku's full size Trifecta (Super Fuel, Super Food and Super Protein)
$2,500+ - 10% Lifetime Discount & 3 Month Supply of Boku's full size Trifecta (Super Fuel, Super Food and Super Protein)
$5,000 + - 10% Lifetime Discount & 6 Month Supply of Boku's full size Trifecta (Super Fuel, Super Food and Super Protein)
*All perks occur after the offering is completed
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This 10% Bonus is only valid for one year from the time StartEngine Crowdfunding Inc. investors receive their countersigned StartEngine Crowdfunding Inc. subscription agreement.
A crowdfunding investment involves risk. You should not invest any funds in this offering unless you can afford to lose your entire investment. In making an investment decision, investors must rely on their own examination of the issuer and the terms of the offering, including the merits and risks involved. These securities have not been recommended or approved by any federal or state securities commission or regulatory authority. Furthermore, these authorities have not passed upon the accuracy or adequacy of this document. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission does not pass upon the merits of any securities offered or the terms of the offering, nor does it pass upon the accuracy or completeness of any offering document or literature. These securities are offered under an exemption from registration; however, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has not made an independent determination that these securities are exempt from registration.
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Dear Boku Investors and Followers,
Summer is well underway and so are we at Boku, with some very exciting business development updates to share!
Our mission to leverage hemp as the “Original Superfood” has not only positioned us firmly as an industry leader, we also stumbled on an amazing discovery that has led to the filing of a U.S. Patent application.
Hemp, as you may know, is the non-psychoactive variety of cannabis. It does not get you ‘high’ like marijuana but offers incredible benefits as a food and medicine. At Boku, we like to say that food is medicine and hemp is BOTH!
While experimenting with adding full-spectrum hemp powder to our superfood formulas, we discovered that we were somehow able to activate the cannabinoids in hemp (CBD and others), without heat. This is incredibly important and exciting. Until now, it has been widely believed that in order for humans and pets to benefit from the cannabinoids in hemp, the hemp needed to be heated – either cooked, smoked or vaped. Well not anymore! We have proven that we can unlock the amazing benefits in hemp by simply combining it with specific superfood ingredients. Very much like the way lemon juice can “cook” fish in the popular south American dish ceviche, there are natural Phyto-chemicals in our superfood ingredients that cause a similar reaction when combined with hemp to unlock the medicinal, health forming nutrients.
In addition to this breakthrough, we are also developing our Shake & Take Boku packaging, made from 100% compostable hemp biofilm.
Imagine single serve Boku Superfood meals in a convenient travel pouch that you can simply fill with water, shake, take and toss! With no negative impact on the environment!
Thanks to you, we stand to make an enormous positive difference for not only our customers and shareholders, but also for the beautiful planet we all call home. If you’ve already invested in Boku, THANK YOU and please consider increasing your stake today. If you’re one of the 424 people who have been following our campaign but have not yet gotten onboard, please click that “Invest” button now and buckle up for what promises to be a fun and meaningful ride!
Love and best,
Team Boku
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Dear Investors and Friends of Boku!
Reno Jr. and I spent the day recently at the amazing Google facility in Kirkland Washington, working on an exciting new program to integrate Boku Superfood into the Google ecosystem!
Their facility located just outside of Seattle is massive, with 3 huge modern buildings constructed around a beautiful community park. The park features soccer, baseball, basketball, and volleyball courts with beautifully landscaped walking paths. Believe it or not, Google prepares 100,000 meals per day in these campuses worldwide, for employees and guests.
To accomplish this, they have beautiful restaurants, “micro-kitchens” and multiple cafes onsite at these state-of- the- art facilities. Here’s the amazing part: Everything including haircuts, massages, meals, drinks & snacks is available to employees and guests every day, at no charge!
Google truly prioritizes the health and wellness of their employees, and that’s where Boku comes in! We have not entered into a definitive deal yet and still have a lot of work to do. That said, we have been working on a comprehensive corporate wellness program with Google for months and we are making great progress.
The goal is to start with Boku’s high octane “Super Meal” powder in single use packaging to provide a nutrient dense superfood meal replacement option for Google employees. Super Meal is a new Boku formula that essentially combines the very best of Boku in one 55 gram serving. We will be offering the Super meal in the new “Shake- Take and Toss” fully recyclable single-serve packaging we have been developing with your help.
We are also hoping to integrate our award-winning Super Food, Super Protein, and Super Fuel powders to be included in the numerous smoothies served at Google facilities worldwide, every day.
Our mission at Boku is to share mother nature’s most potent superfood gifts and positively impact people. While there are many details yet to be ironed out, we are deeply honored to be aligned with an esteemed and powerful organization the likes of Google. They understand the incredible difference Boku can make - not only in the health and wellness of their employees but also in moral, workplace productivity and the financial bottom-line for companies, large and small.
Please stay tuned for more exciting updates!
Love and best,
Team Boku
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