DSM Venturing

DSM Venturing is the corporate venture capital arm of Royal DSM, established in 2001 and headquartered in Heerlen, Netherlands. The firm focuses on investing in start-up companies that develop innovative products and services within the life sciences sector, which encompasses both animal and human health and nutrition. Over the years, DSM Venturing has invested in more than fifty emerging companies across the United States, Europe, and Israel. Its primary objective is to generate strategic options and enhance value for DSM and its broader ecosystem while achieving sustainable venture-grade investment returns.

Rob Beudeker

Investment Director

Scott Horner

Regional Managing Director North America

Greg McParland

Investment Director

Arpesh Mehta

Investment Director

Erik Rutten

Senior Investment Manager

Past deals in Nutrition

Vivici

Series A in 2025
Vivici is a B2B company specializing in the production and supply of animal-free dairy proteins. Utilizing precision fermentation technology, they create nutritious and sustainable ingredients for food and beverage manufacturers, aiming to meet the increasing global demand for functional and environmentally friendly protein sources.

NutriLeads

Series C in 2023
NutriLeads is a startup focused on developing innovative nutritional ingredients with clinically proven health benefits. The company specializes in precision prebiotic fibers derived from crops, which are designed to support physiological processes and modulate the gut microbiome. NutriLeads collaborates with industry partners to identify promising lead ingredients, create sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific and clinical programs that validate the health effects of its offerings. By doing so, NutriLeads aims to enhance nutritional health innovation in the food industry, ultimately providing consumers and patients with access to dietary supplements and specialized functional food and beverage products that deliver these benefits.

Vivici

Seed Round in 2023
Vivici is a B2B company specializing in the production and supply of animal-free dairy proteins. Utilizing precision fermentation technology, they create nutritious and sustainable ingredients for food and beverage manufacturers, aiming to meet the increasing global demand for functional and environmentally friendly protein sources.

Incredo

Series C in 2023
Incredo is a global food-tech company that develops proprietary flavor technology to make sugars taste sweeter with no aftertaste, enabling reduced sugar consumption while preserving the traditional sugar experience. Its approach involves forming clusters by loading sugar onto a mineral surface, which enhances delivery to sweet receptors and allows the same perceived sweetness without artificial sweeteners or sugar alcohols. Founded in 2014, the company conducts its research and development in Petach-Tikva, Israel.

VitaminLab

Series A in 2023
VitaminLab develops personalized vitamin regimens by integrating an individual's health history, nutrient testing results, and health data through a proprietary matching algorithm to create personalized supplements. The company designs supplements using natural ingredients such as beetroot, stevia, and prebiotics, tailoring products to DNA, blood markers, and body type. Led by pharmacists and health care professionals, VitaminLab aims to reform the supplement industry by moving away from one-size-fits-all products toward individualized nutrition solutions.

Paleo

Series A in 2023
Paleo is a food ingredient company focused on plant-based foods. It develops ingredients to enhance taste, nutrition, and sustainability, enabling products that resemble real meat or seafood without animal use. The company specializes in bioscience-based ingredients, including animal-free heme proteins produced through precision fermentation. These bio-identical heme proteins are GMO-free and provide the same sensory and nutritional properties as animal-derived heme, helping brands create sustainable plant-based products that taste and feel like the real thing.

Flore by Sun Genomics

Series B in 2022
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.

Momentous

Series A in 2022
Momentous is a nutritional supplement company specializing in performance products. Founded in 2016 by Matt Wan and Rob Dyrdek, the company offers innovative supplements designed by sports experts, using high-quality ingredients, free from fillers, certified safe, and gluten-free.

Rootine

Series A in 2022
Rootine is a health and wellness company that uses technology to provide personalized nutrition solutions. It begins by understanding an individual's unique nutritional needs through lab tests and wearable analytics, then offers tailored nutrient formulas and guidance. Users can track progress via their Rootine dashboard, with recommendations continually refined based on data and body changes.

OK Capsule

Seed Round in 2022
OK Capsule is a B2B platform that provides the technology, products, fulfillment, and strategic support that makes it safe, simple, and sustainable for companies to launch and scale the delivery of personalized nutrition to their customers.

OK Capsule

Seed Round in 2021
OK Capsule is a B2B platform that provides the technology, products, fulfillment, and strategic support that makes it safe, simple, and sustainable for companies to launch and scale the delivery of personalized nutrition to their customers.

Rootine

Seed Round in 2021
Rootine is a health and wellness company that uses technology to provide personalized nutrition solutions. It begins by understanding an individual's unique nutritional needs through lab tests and wearable analytics, then offers tailored nutrient formulas and guidance. Users can track progress via their Rootine dashboard, with recommendations continually refined based on data and body changes.

Prenexus Health

Series B in 2021
Prenexus Health, Inc. is a manufacturer of natural prebiotic ingredients, specializing in the scientific research, development, and production of components for functional foods, beverages, and dietary supplements. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona, the company emphasizes digestive health and wellness through its innovative offerings, including XOS95, a highly purified prebiotic ingredient derived from high-fiber sugarcane. Prenexus Health is recognized as a global leader in the prebiotic sector, underpinned by extensive scientific and clinical research that supports its products' efficacy in enhancing digestive and microbiome health. The company serves clients in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, providing them with high-quality functional ingredients to improve their products.

Deep Branch Biotechnology

Series A in 2021
Deep Branch Biotechnology Ltd., founded in 2018 and based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, specializes in carbon recycling services aimed at creating sustainable food ingredients. The company employs a proprietary gas fermentation platform that utilizes clean and renewable carbon and energy sources to produce bio-based products for the food and feed markets. By focusing on customer-driven research and development, Deep Branch rapidly delivers high-quality ingredients while collaborating with local providers to ensure sustainable input supplies and support local economies. Its approach includes integrating with carbon dioxide suppliers to deploy its technology efficiently, contributing to a reduction in carbon footprints by up to 60% compared to traditional alternatives. This innovative model allows Deep Branch to create locally-produced ingredients that require no arable land and minimal water, effectively addressing climate change and biodiversity loss while ensuring that consumers do not have to compromise on nutrition or quality.

Frontier Nutrition

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2017, Frontier Nutrition develops and manufactures packaged food products, focusing on pediatric nutrition research. Their products are localized for traditional diets, optimized for taste, nutrition, and price, aiming to provide affordable nutritious options to low-income families worldwide.

NutriLeads

Series B in 2020
NutriLeads is a startup focused on developing innovative nutritional ingredients with clinically proven health benefits. The company specializes in precision prebiotic fibers derived from crops, which are designed to support physiological processes and modulate the gut microbiome. NutriLeads collaborates with industry partners to identify promising lead ingredients, create sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific and clinical programs that validate the health effects of its offerings. By doing so, NutriLeads aims to enhance nutritional health innovation in the food industry, ultimately providing consumers and patients with access to dietary supplements and specialized functional food and beverage products that deliver these benefits.

Panaceutics Nutrition

Series A in 2020
Panaceutics Nutrition is a company that specializes in the formulation, manufacturing, and distribution of customized nutritional products. Founded in 2018 by Edison Hudson and Staton Noel, it is based in Ringgold, Virginia. The company employs proprietary robotic technology to create individually tailored smoothies and nutritional supplements, which can be based on genetic and medical evaluations, as well as personal preferences. Panaceutics Nutrition focuses on mass customization, offering solutions that combine various nutritional supplements into convenient, easy-to-consume forms such as flavored gels and purees. By serving healthcare systems, pharmaceutical companies, and nutritional product manufacturers, the company aims to provide accessible and personalized nutrition to meet diverse consumer needs.

Panaceutics Nutrition

Venture Round in 2019
Panaceutics Nutrition is a company that specializes in the formulation, manufacturing, and distribution of customized nutritional products. Founded in 2018 by Edison Hudson and Staton Noel, it is based in Ringgold, Virginia. The company employs proprietary robotic technology to create individually tailored smoothies and nutritional supplements, which can be based on genetic and medical evaluations, as well as personal preferences. Panaceutics Nutrition focuses on mass customization, offering solutions that combine various nutritional supplements into convenient, easy-to-consume forms such as flavored gels and purees. By serving healthcare systems, pharmaceutical companies, and nutritional product manufacturers, the company aims to provide accessible and personalized nutrition to meet diverse consumer needs.

NutriLeads

Series A in 2017
NutriLeads is a startup focused on developing innovative nutritional ingredients with clinically proven health benefits. The company specializes in precision prebiotic fibers derived from crops, which are designed to support physiological processes and modulate the gut microbiome. NutriLeads collaborates with industry partners to identify promising lead ingredients, create sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific and clinical programs that validate the health effects of its offerings. By doing so, NutriLeads aims to enhance nutritional health innovation in the food industry, ultimately providing consumers and patients with access to dietary supplements and specialized functional food and beverage products that deliver these benefits.

Blue Prairie

Series A in 2016
Blue Prairie Brands LLC, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, specializes in the manufacture of inulin, a prebiotic ingredient known for its health benefits. The company produces soluble, indigestible fibers that enhance the nutritional content of various food products, beverages, and dietary supplements. Their flagship product is a gluten-free, non-GMO form of inulin, which supports digestive health when combined with probiotics. Additionally, Blue Prairie's innovative approach to production offers farmers a profitable rotation crop that aligns with their existing agricultural practices. By focusing on functional foods and dietary fiber, Blue Prairie Brands aims to improve the nutritional value of products in the market while promoting a healthy gut environment.

NutriLeads

Seed Round in 2015
NutriLeads is a startup focused on developing innovative nutritional ingredients with clinically proven health benefits. The company specializes in precision prebiotic fibers derived from crops, which are designed to support physiological processes and modulate the gut microbiome. NutriLeads collaborates with industry partners to identify promising lead ingredients, create sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific and clinical programs that validate the health effects of its offerings. By doing so, NutriLeads aims to enhance nutritional health innovation in the food industry, ultimately providing consumers and patients with access to dietary supplements and specialized functional food and beverage products that deliver these benefits.

Natreon

Venture Round in 2015
Natreon, Inc. is a New Jersey-based company specializing in the development and marketing of Ayurvedic products. Founded in 1998, it operates a state-of-the-art research and development facility in Kolkata, India. Natreon focuses on creating dietary supplements derived from traditional Ayurvedic ingredients, with products such as CAPROS, an all-natural antioxidant for cardiovascular health; SENSORIL, an Ashwagandha formulation aimed at reducing stress and enhancing cognition; AYUFLEX, designed for joint health; and PRIMAVIE, a mitochondrial energy booster. The company emphasizes rigorous research and has established multiple clinical and safety studies to support its product efficacy. Natreon holds patents for its offerings in the United States and internationally, reinforcing its commitment to high standards and innovation in the wellness sector.

ChromaDex

Post in 2013
ChromaDex is a global nutraceutical company that discovers, acquires, develops, and commercializes patented ingredients for dietary supplements, food, beverage, skin care, and pharmaceutical markets. Its flagship product, Niagen (nicotinamide riboside), enhances NAD levels for healthy aging.

Viocare

Venture Round in 2009
Viocare Inc., a privately-held company, specializes in developing innovative web and mobile solutions that combine advanced nutrition science and behavior change strategies. Its cloud-based platform offers assessment tools for academic research and clinical use, analyzing dietary behaviors to generate personalized lifestyle plans. Viocare's software facilitates remote or face-to-face nutritional counseling, driving sustainable behavior changes and enabling healthcare professionals to integrate affordable, effective nutritional care into their patient services.

Ganeden Biotech

Venture Round in 2007
Ganeden, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, that specializes in the manufacture and supply of probiotics and probiotic bacteria. Founded in 1997, the company focuses on developing advanced strains of probiotics that address limitations associated with traditional strains. Ganeden licenses its probiotic technology for use in a variety of applications, including functional food and beverages, dietary supplements, and personal care products. Key offerings include GanedenBacillus coagulans for food and beverage applications, Bonicel for anti-aging cosmetics, and Staimune, an immune health solution. The company has also established a strategic alliance with Sensus America. With a commitment to improving quality of life, Ganeden has successfully introduced a range of consumer products, selling nearly 200 million doses across over 40,000 retail outlets since its product launch in 2003. As of 2017, Ganeden operates as a subsidiary of Kerry Group plc.

Sciona

Series C in 2006
Sciona provides gene-based personalized health and nutrition analysis and recommendations based on individual diet, lifestyle, and genetic profile. The company's Mycellf Program, which includes a diet and lifestyle questionnaire, makes recommendations for how individuals can make choices that benefit their long-term health. It also offers genetic testing products, which address personal wellness, fitness, and nutritional issues. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.

Sciona

Series B in 2004
Sciona provides gene-based personalized health and nutrition analysis and recommendations based on individual diet, lifestyle, and genetic profile. The company's Mycellf Program, which includes a diet and lifestyle questionnaire, makes recommendations for how individuals can make choices that benefit their long-term health. It also offers genetic testing products, which address personal wellness, fitness, and nutritional issues. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.

Sciona

Series A in 2002
Sciona provides gene-based personalized health and nutrition analysis and recommendations based on individual diet, lifestyle, and genetic profile. The company's Mycellf Program, which includes a diet and lifestyle questionnaire, makes recommendations for how individuals can make choices that benefit their long-term health. It also offers genetic testing products, which address personal wellness, fitness, and nutritional issues. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.
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