JOKR launches with local microfulfillment centers in city, company riders to deliver name-brand grocery items 3 minutes read JOKR launches in New York City Thursday with the promise of 15-minute grocery delivery. The U.S. operations are led by Zach Dennett, right, and Tyler Trerotola. (Photos: JOKR)
Residents of select New York City neighborhoods may feel like they are dreaming, but 15-minute grocery delivery has arrived. JOKR, which has already launched in Mexico City, Lima, Peru, and Sao Paulo, makes its official debut Thursday in the New York boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.
Founded by German entrepreneur Ralf Wenzel, JOKR utilizes local warehouse facilities to offer a full selection of products with a 15-minute delivery promise on items ordered through its app. Wenzel is known for working with European delivery giant Delivery Hero. He has also worked for Softbank, which is one of the investors in JOKR along with HV Capital and Tiger Global.
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT) - 15-Minute Grocery Delivery Is Real – And In New York, It's Free benzinga.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from benzinga.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.