SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Audrey Chen

Investor Relations Manager

Daniel Eichner

Partner

Sheng Ge

Partner

Benjamin Joffe

Partner

Kelly Kirkpatrick

Director of Investor Relations

Vivian Law

Senior Associate

Steve McCann

Chief Financial Officer & General Partner

Sean O'Sullivan

Founder & Managing General Partner

Duncan Turner

General Partner

Qiyu Wu

Operations Director

Past deals in Andes

Beeflow

Convertible Note in 2023
Beeflow S.A. is a company that specializes in professional pollination services, focusing on the enhancement of bee health and efficiency. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Beeflow employs scientific techniques and organic compounds to improve the immune systems of bees, enabling them to effectively pollinate specific crops. The company has demonstrated significant success in increasing crop yields, with reported improvements ranging from 20% to 90% in various fruits such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Since its inception, Beeflow has expanded its operations to the United States and continues to grow its presence, particularly in Ventura County, California. The company's efforts aim to address the challenges of declining bee populations while supporting agricultural productivity.

Pannex Therapeutics Inc.

Seed Round in 2022
Pannex Therapeutics is a scientifically-based pharmaceutical company that develops new drugs to treat chronic musculoskeletal pain. was founded in 2020.

Nat4Bio

Convertible Note in 2022
At NAT4Bio, we develop naturally-sourced coatings that protect produce from spoilage and decay. By leveraging microbial fermentation of selected fungi & bacteria and through carefully designed downstream processes, we obtain cell-free compounds, meaning we use microbes' active principles without the microbes themselves. Our first product is a natural and edible coating for fresh lemons that could potentially replace the combination of waxes and chemical fungicides. We are also prototyping formulations for blueberries and avocados, and we aim to expand our portfolio to address the needs of every fruit class.

ArgenTAG

Pre Seed Round in 2022
argenTAG barcoding technology addresses a main limitation of emerging long-read sequencing applications: reduced multiplexing capacity with high compromise of the sequencing throughput. We make synthetic DNA barcodes for sequencing thousands of samples simultaneously. We carefully reengineered state of art error correction technologies, originally developed in the field of digital communications, to achieve a systematic design of reliable barcoding systems for ubiquitous long-read sequencing technology applications.

ArgenTAG

Convertible Note in 2022
argenTAG barcoding technology addresses a main limitation of emerging long-read sequencing applications: reduced multiplexing capacity with high compromise of the sequencing throughput. We make synthetic DNA barcodes for sequencing thousands of samples simultaneously. We carefully reengineered state of art error correction technologies, originally developed in the field of digital communications, to achieve a systematic design of reliable barcoding systems for ubiquitous long-read sequencing technology applications.

Nat4Bio

Seed Round in 2022
At NAT4Bio, we develop naturally-sourced coatings that protect produce from spoilage and decay. By leveraging microbial fermentation of selected fungi & bacteria and through carefully designed downstream processes, we obtain cell-free compounds, meaning we use microbes' active principles without the microbes themselves. Our first product is a natural and edible coating for fresh lemons that could potentially replace the combination of waxes and chemical fungicides. We are also prototyping formulations for blueberries and avocados, and we aim to expand our portfolio to address the needs of every fruit class.

LiveKuna

Series A in 2021
A vertically-integrated superfood company working directly with Ecuadorian farmers to create food that's healthy, tastes good and does good.

CoffeeExchange

Seed Round in 2021
CoffeeExchange is a digital platform based in Shanghai, China, that connects coffee farmers directly with roasters, aiming to enhance transparency in the coffee industry. Established in 2018, the company utilizes technology to streamline the green coffee trading process, offering services such as coffee evaluation, logistics, customs clearance, quality inspections, and marketing support. By eliminating intermediaries, CoffeeExchange facilitates direct trade, allowing coffee producers to earn significantly higher revenues while providing roasters with a broader selection at reduced costs. The platform incorporates IoT supply chain tracking and freight consolidation to optimize logistics and enhance order management. Currently, CoffeeExchange has over 1,100 coffee roasters in China trading with selected producers from various countries, including Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ecuador, Colombia, Guatemala, and El Salvador, and is in the process of expanding its operations to the USA, UK, and South Korea.

Pannex Therapeutics Inc.

Convertible Note in 2021
Pannex Therapeutics is a scientifically-based pharmaceutical company that develops new drugs to treat chronic musculoskeletal pain. was founded in 2020.

PunaBio

Seed Round in 2021
PunaBio is a Buenos Aires-based company that develops biological products aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity through environmentally friendly methods. By utilizing extremophile microorganisms, PunaBio focuses on improving crop nutrition, which contributes to increased yields and better crop quality. Their products are designed to enable farmers to cultivate crops on degraded soils and restore and enrich agricultural land sustainably. This approach not only helps improve farmers' productivity but also promotes sustainable agricultural practices.

LiveKuna

Convertible Note in 2021
A vertically-integrated superfood company working directly with Ecuadorian farmers to create food that's healthy, tastes good and does good.

NotCo (The Not Company)

Series D in 2021
NotCo is a food-tech company that produces plant-based meat and dairy substitutes. It uses artificial intelligence to make plant-based food that looks, smells, functions, and tastes the same as animal-based. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

Beeflow

Series A in 2021
Beeflow S.A. is a company that specializes in professional pollination services, focusing on the enhancement of bee health and efficiency. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Beeflow employs scientific techniques and organic compounds to improve the immune systems of bees, enabling them to effectively pollinate specific crops. The company has demonstrated significant success in increasing crop yields, with reported improvements ranging from 20% to 90% in various fruits such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Since its inception, Beeflow has expanded its operations to the United States and continues to grow its presence, particularly in Ventura County, California. The company's efforts aim to address the challenges of declining bee populations while supporting agricultural productivity.

Motion Metrics

Convertible Note in 2020
Motion Metrics is a Canadian technology company specializing in artificial intelligence and computer vision solutions for the mining industry. The company focuses on enhancing mine safety, productivity, and energy efficiency through advanced technologies. Its product offerings include missing tooth detection for shovels and loaders, tooth wear and payload monitoring for shovels, boulder detection for haul trucks, and particle size analysis applicable to various mining equipment. Motion Metrics' innovative solutions have been implemented in over 60 mines across six continents, earning the trust of some of the largest mining companies globally. With offices in Canada, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and Russia, Motion Metrics ensures prompt, localized support for its clientele.

Tumi Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Tumi Robotics provides inspection and monitoring solutions for areas of difficult access and intensive capital infrastructure that protects the people, environment, and the assets of its clients. It was established in 2016 and is headquartered in San Miguel, Lima, Peru.

Michroma

Seed Round in 2019
Michroma Corporation is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in producing natural thermostable colorants derived from filamentous fungi. Established in 2019, the company aims to transform the food and cosmetics industries by offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic pigments and those sourced from animals and plants. By utilizing fermentation processes, Michroma's innovative approach seeks to provide environmentally friendly colorants that meet the growing demand for natural ingredients in various applications.

Bioprocol

Seed Round in 2019
Bioprocol makes natural materials from plants obtained ethically from the sustainable use of Colombian biodiversity, using scientifically validated methods. These materials are used for the development of pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Bioprocol was founded in 2004.

CoffeeExchange

Seed Round in 2019
CoffeeExchange is a digital platform based in Shanghai, China, that connects coffee farmers directly with roasters, aiming to enhance transparency in the coffee industry. Established in 2018, the company utilizes technology to streamline the green coffee trading process, offering services such as coffee evaluation, logistics, customs clearance, quality inspections, and marketing support. By eliminating intermediaries, CoffeeExchange facilitates direct trade, allowing coffee producers to earn significantly higher revenues while providing roasters with a broader selection at reduced costs. The platform incorporates IoT supply chain tracking and freight consolidation to optimize logistics and enhance order management. Currently, CoffeeExchange has over 1,100 coffee roasters in China trading with selected producers from various countries, including Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ecuador, Colombia, Guatemala, and El Salvador, and is in the process of expanding its operations to the USA, UK, and South Korea.

NotCo (The Not Company)

Series B in 2019
NotCo is a food-tech company that produces plant-based meat and dairy substitutes. It uses artificial intelligence to make plant-based food that looks, smells, functions, and tastes the same as animal-based. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

LiveKuna

Convertible Note in 2018
A vertically-integrated superfood company working directly with Ecuadorian farmers to create food that's healthy, tastes good and does good.

CoffeeExchange

Pre Seed Round in 2018
CoffeeExchange is a digital platform based in Shanghai, China, that connects coffee farmers directly with roasters, aiming to enhance transparency in the coffee industry. Established in 2018, the company utilizes technology to streamline the green coffee trading process, offering services such as coffee evaluation, logistics, customs clearance, quality inspections, and marketing support. By eliminating intermediaries, CoffeeExchange facilitates direct trade, allowing coffee producers to earn significantly higher revenues while providing roasters with a broader selection at reduced costs. The platform incorporates IoT supply chain tracking and freight consolidation to optimize logistics and enhance order management. Currently, CoffeeExchange has over 1,100 coffee roasters in China trading with selected producers from various countries, including Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ecuador, Colombia, Guatemala, and El Salvador, and is in the process of expanding its operations to the USA, UK, and South Korea.

Daeki

Seed Round in 2017
Daeki has developed the saliva-based diabetes detection test, which provides a simple, quick and non-invasive alternative for patients to detect diabetes or prediabetes conditions at home.

Beeflow

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Beeflow S.A. is a company that specializes in professional pollination services, focusing on the enhancement of bee health and efficiency. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Beeflow employs scientific techniques and organic compounds to improve the immune systems of bees, enabling them to effectively pollinate specific crops. The company has demonstrated significant success in increasing crop yields, with reported improvements ranging from 20% to 90% in various fruits such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Since its inception, Beeflow has expanded its operations to the United States and continues to grow its presence, particularly in Ventura County, California. The company's efforts aim to address the challenges of declining bee populations while supporting agricultural productivity.

NotCo (The Not Company)

Series A in 2017
NotCo is a food-tech company that produces plant-based meat and dairy substitutes. It uses artificial intelligence to make plant-based food that looks, smells, functions, and tastes the same as animal-based. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

RadioCut

Seed Round in 2017
RadioCut Inc. is a Buenos Aires-based company founded in 2013 that offers a cloud-based platform for managing and delivering radio content. This platform enables users to listen to both past and current radio shows, as well as to create and share audio segments from these broadcasts. By addressing the challenge of accessing radio content in a user-friendly manner, RadioCut allows listeners to discover, share, and enjoy radio programs on demand. Users can effortlessly navigate through previously aired shows, retrieving specific segments with just a few clicks, thereby enhancing the overall radio listening experience. The company's services cater primarily to broadcasting content producers and avid radio listeners seeking greater flexibility in how they engage with audio content.

LiveKuna

Convertible Note in 2017
A vertically-integrated superfood company working directly with Ecuadorian farmers to create food that's healthy, tastes good and does good.

LiveKuna

Seed Round in 2017
A vertically-integrated superfood company working directly with Ecuadorian farmers to create food that's healthy, tastes good and does good.

LiveKuna

Convertible Note in 2017
A vertically-integrated superfood company working directly with Ecuadorian farmers to create food that's healthy, tastes good and does good.

NotCo (The Not Company)

Seed Round in 2017
NotCo is a food-tech company that produces plant-based meat and dairy substitutes. It uses artificial intelligence to make plant-based food that looks, smells, functions, and tastes the same as animal-based. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

Kaitek Labs

Convertible Note in 2017
Kaitek Labs develops bio-based kits for environmental monitoring. It can detect the sudden bloom of microalgae capable of producing copious amounts of neurotoxins in a shellfish. It provides a relative indicator of GTX-derived toxicity in shellfish samples. A color change from pink to orange indicates a toxic sample. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Providencia, Chile.

BoosterAgro

Angel Round in 2017
BoosterAgro is the largest farmer digital-community in South America We help farmers make better decisions and improve efficiency with digital tools and content around topics like weather, precipitation, crop health satellite imagery, smart spraying, seasonal forecasts, among others. Currently we're serving over 80.000 users across the main agricultural countries in South America: Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay and Bolivia. Farmers freely access on-demand to all this content through their mobile phones and tablets. To help users further their agronomic goals, we also connect farmers directly with suppliers. Users seeking for products and services for their farm are immediately matched to a vendor in their area who meets their needs.

LiveKuna

Seed Round in 2017
A vertically-integrated superfood company working directly with Ecuadorian farmers to create food that's healthy, tastes good and does good.

The Banana Chronicle

Seed Round in 2016
The Banana Chronicle develops a tissue culture and transformation protocols for the banana varieties. It focuses in making commercial species of banana's resistant for fungal blights and infections. The company is based in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

BitNexo

Seed Round in 2015
BitNexo facilitates International money transfers between Asia and Latin America using Bitcoin in the background. They remove the barriers to use Bitcoin´s advantages to benefit their customers. Bitnexo provides payment solutions, remittances, and consulting.

Yebame

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Yebame is the first open carpooling platform in Chile to have the support of the Chilean Government. It is also, the first Chilean Carpooling to fight for the right of having a real legal carpooling system and build options that help the peer-to-peer rides for sports fanatics!