Big Idea Ventures is the world’s most active investor in FoodTech - our goal is to invest in the best food technology and agritech companies globally. The company has contributed to the development of the growing alternative protein industry since its inception and has become a global leader in food innovation. BIV is backed by a strong network of strategic partners including AAK, Avril, Bühler, Givaudan, Temasek Holdings, and Tyson Ventures, and is partnering with governments around the world working on food security and new food ecosystems. The firm has offices in New York, Paris and Singapore and has invested in more than 100 companies across 25 countries.
The New Protein Fund II invests in and supports the best alternative protein and ingredient companies both directly and through its accelerator programs. This global fund specializes in early-stage companies focused on accelerating the protein transition and specialized in plant-based, cell-based and fermentation-enabled food, ingredients and technologies.
The Big Idea Ventures accelerator program is an intensive five-month program run out of the firm’s Paris, Singapore, and New York offices. The program assists companies in overcoming obstacles to effectively scaling a startup. This is accomplished by providing assistance from internal and external experts, corporate investors, and a broad network of mentors.
To join our program or apply for investment, click here.
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Investing team
- Adrien VillalongaInvestment Manager
- Andrew D. IveFounder/Managing General Partner
- Dhanesh AlagarsamyInvestment Associate
- Frank KlemensManaging Director, GFRP Fund
- Oscar HellierVenture Associate
- Tom MastrobuoniChief Investment Officer