Investors are likely familiar with the value proposition of Beyond Meat ( NASDAQ : BYND ), which has been a fixture in the plant-based food industry since it was founded in Los Angeles in 2009. The company provides plant-based substitutes for pork, beef and poultry. Beyond Meat has, over the years, partnered with major brands such as A&W, Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM ) and Panda Express (Panda Financial Holding).