# Quantum Energy Square

> Quantum Energy Square is a Venice, California-born food brand that makes plant-based energy bars engineered to replace the energy drink. Each square pairs 100mg of caffeine from organic green coffee with 10g of plant protein and balanced macronutrients from fruits, nuts and seeds, so the caffeine releases slowly for steady, no-crash energy. Founded by Daniel Medvene and Leah Marquez after 200-plus recipe iterations, the company sells direct-to-consumer and through Whole Foods, Sprouts, REI and Thrive Market, and is the official energy bar of IRONMAN and Rock 'n' Roll Marathon events.

- **Founded:** 2019
- **Headquarters:** Santa Monica, California, United States
- **Founders:** Daniel Medvene (CEO & Co-Founder (Chief Energy Officer)), Leah Marquez (Co-Founder)
- **Team size:** ~11 employees
- **Products:** Quantum Energy Squares (caffeinated energy bars), Flavor line-up, Variety multi-packs
- **Notable:** Raised $2.5M seed round (2021) backed by pro athletes including tennis champions Sloane Stephens, Mike Bryan and Sam Querrey and soccer star Jozy Altidore, Named 'Best New Product' by KeHE, Became the Official Energy Bar of IRONMAN and Rock 'n' Roll Marathon events across North America

## Products & services

- **Quantum Energy Squares (caffeinated energy bars)** — Plant-based energy bars with 100mg caffeine from organic green coffee and 10g plant protein, formulated with balanced macros from fruits, nuts, seeds and MCT oil for slow caffeine release and no crash. Certified gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, kosher, dairy-free and soy-free.
- **Flavor line-up** — Six flavors including Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Pink Himalayan Salt, Salted Peanut Butter Crunch, Caramel Almond Sea Salt and Caffe Mocha.
- **Variety multi-packs** — 8-pack and 12-pack variety boxes sold direct-to-consumer via Shopify with subscription (Recharge) and free shipping over $35.

## Achievements

- Raised $2.5M seed round (2021) backed by pro athletes including tennis champions Sloane Stephens, Mike Bryan and Sam Querrey and soccer star Jozy Altidore
- Named 'Best New Product' by KeHE
- Became the Official Energy Bar of IRONMAN and Rock 'n' Roll Marathon events across North America
- Secured national distribution in Whole Foods and Sprouts
- Accumulated 4,000+ 5-star customer reviews

## Latest updates

- **2025-02** — Refreshed brand wordmark and packaging rolled out across the DTC site.
- **2021-03** — Closed $2.5M seed round and added pro soccer player Jozy Altidore to its investor lineup.
- **2021-02** — Named 'Best New Product' by distributor KeHE.

## Links

- Website: https://quantumsquares.com
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/quantumsquares
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JceAlSadSQI
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quantumsquares/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quantumsquares/

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Last updated: 2026-07-03