Embryo Ventures

Embryo Ventures, founded in 2019 and based in London, is an innovation discovery and venture development platform that focuses on identifying growth opportunities for entrepreneurs and organizations. The firm operates as a venture capital entity, investing in a diverse range of sectors including business-to-business (B2B), business-to-consumer (B2C), healthcare, information technology, life sciences, agriculture technology, and various technology fields such as artificial intelligence, clean technology, and digital health. By targeting early-stage ventures in the United Kingdom, Embryo Ventures aims to support pioneering initiatives and foster advancements across multiple industries.

Shailendra Vyakarnam Ph.D

Venture Partner

6 past transactions

Laka

Seed Round in 2021
Laka Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in insurance brokerage services for bicycles, ebikes, and related accessories. The company has developed a peer-to-peer insurance platform that allows users to insure their bicycles and cycling equipment against theft, damage, and vandalism. Laka's innovative approach leverages a community-driven model, where members collectively contribute to a shared pool, ensuring that users receive fair pricing for coverage. This model not only addresses theft and loss but also offers recovery advice and support, making it a cost-effective and equitable solution for cyclists seeking insurance.

BioLumen

Seed Round in 2021
BioLumen is a nutritional technology company that develops a patented dietary fiber technology platform that reduces the negative effect of a diet heavy in processed foods. BioLumen's technology is composed of insoluble dietary fiber matrix covered with a blend of food ingredients created from the latest drug delivery system research. The company's product, a nutraceutical, focuses on high risk individuals with prediabetes to help manage blood sugar levels, protect their liver from excess sugar and feed their gut microbiome, delivering health benefits. BioLumen was founded on 2018 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Cheeky Panda

Seed Round in 2020
The Cheeky Panda is an innovative company offering the tissue market a sustainable and health conscious alternative. Making tissues from virgin bamboo kun, a hybrid of the bamboo species The Cheeky Panda tissues are pure and rich in natural goodness. Free from harsh chemicals found in regular tissues and saving thousands of precious trees and animal habitats around the world. The Cheeky Panda tissues are the first in the UK to be Vegan registered. The co-founders Julie Chen and Chris Forbes are dedicated to preserving the natural environment on which they all depend and are set on keeping it cheeky!

Thermulon

Seed Round in 2020
Thermulon specializes in the manufacture of innovative building insulation materials that prioritize thermal efficiency, fire safety, and cost-effectiveness. The company has created a unique insulation product using advanced chemical and processing technologies, which are designed at the molecular level. Their chemically processed aerogels, made from inorganic materials, offer nanoporous structures that allow for thinner wall constructions. This design not only enhances energy efficiency but also ensures compliance with fire safety standards, enabling clients to maximize usable floor space in their buildings.
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