Trailblazing.
Resolute.
Proven.
Investing in purpose-driven entrepreneurs with a shared vision for a well-fed and sustainable world.
Food from Thought
We find, fund and foster solutionary ideas around the world with those who share our vision of a better way – from disruptive start-ups to global conglomerates.
SOURCING OPPORTUNITY
COMMON GROUND
CONNECTING SOURCE FUNDING
LASTING PARTNERSHIPS
Reimagining the Food Industry
We empower companies that are redefining how to sustainably feed the planet- for today and tomorrow by funding innovations along the alternative protein production value chain.
PROTEIN R&D
Crops, Seeds, Microbes, Yeast, Fungi, Algae, Biomatter, Recombinant Proteins, Cultured Proteins, Tailored Fats, Allergen-Free Functional Ingredients and other Novel Ingredients
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Blending Culinary Arts with Food Science.
Re-Envisioning Traditional Dishes.
Crafting Winning Recipes
PROTEIN MANUFACTURING
Biomass Fermentation
Precision Fermentation
Protein Isolation and Formulation
Shear Cell Processing
Ingredient Upcycling
FOOD MANUFACTURING
Layering
Extrusion
Food Processing
Dehydration
Spinning Fibers
3D Printing
CONSUMER GOODS, FOODSERVICE AND OTHER DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS
Disruptive Brands
Innovative Distribution Models
Sustainable Packaging
“We share the same mission and values with the team at Unovis.
Their savviness on the plant-based space and high knowledge of the food industry makes them key from a strategic point of view topped by being entrepreneurs boosting entrepreneurs. We certainly couldn’t find a better match to help us boost our growth.”
Impact is our Bedrock
Impact is our starting point, driving our focus and efforts to improve outcomes for humanity across Planetary Boundaries.
Leading the Way
Often a front runner in identifying and actualizing fresh, new investment opportunities in the modern food space, check out some of our recent venture partnerships.
Alpine Bio
Alpine Bio is an ingredient innovation company producing next-generation protein ingredients from plants through advanced purification methods and molecular farming.
- FOUNDERS: MAGI EL-RICHANI
- HEADQUARTERS: SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA
- INITIAL INVESTMENT: SEED
Abbot's
Abbot’s creates nutritious, plant-based foods made with simple, wholesome ingredients.
- FOUNDER: Kerry Song
- HEADQUARTERS: ORANGE COUNTY, CA, USA
- INITIAL INVESTMENT: SEED ROUND
The Protein Brewery
The Protein Brewery developed and produces Fermotein®, a whole-food mycoprotein ingredient rich in complete protein, prebiotic fiber, and essential nutrients to support healthy aging and longevity.
- FOUNDERS: WIM DE LAAT
- HEADQUARTERS: BREDA, NOORD-BRABANT, THE NETHERLANDS
- INITIAL INVESTMENT: SEED
NOVAMEAT
NOVAMEAT produces plant-based and hybrid meat alternatives that replicate the taste, texture, and appearance of animal-based meat.
- FOUNDER: GIUSEPPE SCIONTI
- HEADQUARTERS: BARCELONA, SPAIN
- INITIAL INVESTMENT: SEED
Oshi
Oshi is developing premium whole-cut, plant-based fish fillets to sustainably feed the world at scale.
- FOUNDERS: Ofek Ron, Dr Ron Sicsic, Dr Ariel Szklanny, Dr Hila Elimelech
- HEADQUARTERS: Rehovot, Israel
- INITIAL INVESTMENT: Seed
