Benoît De Bruyn

Founder and CEO

9 past transactions

Yeastup

Series A in 2024
Yeastup is a food tech company based in Brugg, Aargau, founded in 2020, that focuses on upcycling by-products from the beer-brewing process into high-quality ingredients. The company aims to enhance global sustainability by transforming these by-products into vegan protein and fiber, which are natural, sustainable, and rich in essential amino acids. Through this innovative approach, Yeastup promotes a circular economy and provides versatile ingredients that cater to the growing demand for animal-free products.

New School Foods

Seed Round in 2024
New School Foods specializes in developing plant-based seafood alternatives that replicate the texture, flavor, and nutritional benefits of traditional seafood. The company's flagship product is a plant-based filet designed to resemble wild salmon, providing consumers with a similar cooking experience and taste. By offering these whole-muscle seafood substitutes, New School Foods aims to contribute to a more sustainable food system and promote kinder consumption practices.

EvodiaBio

Series A in 2024
EvodiaBio is a bio-industrial company based in Copenhagen that specializes in the development of natural and sustainable aromas for the food and beverage industries. Founded in 2021, the firm focuses on creating yeast-based products that serve as natural substitutes for traditional ingredients such as fresh hops, pellets, and hop oil. This innovation allows breweries to produce non-alcoholic beer without sacrificing flavor, thereby addressing the growing demand for high-quality, alcohol-free options in the beverage market.

Heura

Series B in 2024
Heura Foods is a plant-based startup founded in 2017 by food activists Marc Coloma and Bernat Añaños. The company specializes in producing sustainable and nutritious plant-based meat alternatives, particularly soy-based products that aim to shift perceptions of plant-based eating. Heura emphasizes clean labels and a short ingredient list while enriching its offerings with vitamins and nutrients. Drawing inspiration from Mediterranean culinary traditions, Heura's products are designed to provide the taste and experience of meat while promoting a healthier and more sustainable food system, ultimately seeking to eliminate the need for animal-based products.

CropX

Series C in 2023
CropX is an ag-analytics and IoT company that develops AI-driven, cloud-based software solutions aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity. Its platform integrates data from proprietary and third-party sources, enabling farmers to improve crop yields by up to 15% while significantly reducing water, pesticide, and fertilizer usage by up to 50% and 20%, respectively. The software combines advanced soil sensor technology with comprehensive agricultural information, facilitating efficient irrigation management and operational automation. Trusted by farmers globally, CropX has been deployed on over 5,000 farms across 70 countries. The company fosters partnerships with key industry players, including Reinke, Syngenta, PepsiCo, and John Deere, to streamline data sharing and enhance farming practices, promoting sustainable and profitable cultivation methods.

Fable Food

Series A in 2023
Fable Food Co is a company that specializes in creating plant-based meat alternatives primarily derived from shiitake mushrooms. Their products are designed to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat, providing a nutritious and healthy substitute for consumers. Fable's offerings are clean label and minimally processed, made entirely from natural plant-based ingredients. The company's products are widely available across Australia, including major retailers such as Harris Farm Markets, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as through meal delivery services like Marley Spoon and Dinnerly. Additionally, Fable's products feature on various restaurant menus in Australia, Singapore, and the UK, catering to both food enthusiasts and those seeking vegan options.

Algama

Series A in 2023
Algama is a food-tech company focused on developing sustainable food solutions through the use of microalgae. Established in 2013, Algama aims to address global food challenges by harnessing the nutritional and functional properties of algae to produce plant-based alternatives to animal products, such as eggs and meat. Its innovative platform also creates emulsifiers that help food manufacturers replicate the taste and texture of traditional animal-based foods. With a vision to feed 10 billion people by 2050 while preserving the planet, Algama is dedicated to making microalgae a key resource for the future of food. The company is recognized as a world leader in this sector and is supported by a range of prominent impact investors. Algama emphasizes the importance of making its products accessible, affordable, and appealing to consumers, while continually seeking talent and innovation to advance its mission.

EvodiaBio

Seed Round in 2022
EvodiaBio is a bio-industrial company based in Copenhagen that specializes in the development of natural and sustainable aromas for the food and beverage industries. Founded in 2021, the firm focuses on creating yeast-based products that serve as natural substitutes for traditional ingredients such as fresh hops, pellets, and hop oil. This innovation allows breweries to produce non-alcoholic beer without sacrificing flavor, thereby addressing the growing demand for high-quality, alcohol-free options in the beverage market.

Atomo Coffee

Series A in 2022
Atomo Coffee Inc, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in the production of molecular coffee. The company has developed a unique process that reverse-engineers the coffee bean, allowing it to create a smooth cup of coffee using naturally derived ingredients. This innovative approach not only enhances the flavor profile but also offers a more sustainable alternative to traditional coffee production methods.
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