Joyance Partners

Spicewell develops and produces food seasoning products enriched with micronutrients. It uses modern scientific methods to create healthy, organic additions for meals.

Founded in 2018, mybacs is a research-driven company specializing in human microbiome-based supplements. It offers region-specific travel health supplements for digestion, formulated by pharmaceutical scientists and physicians to improve intestinal health.

Mosh is a brain wellness brand offering protein bars for improving brain health. The company's mission is to change the conversation about brain health through food, education, research, and providing the tools for a mind-style lifestyle.

Alba Health is a company focused on enhancing children's gut health through digital solutions and advanced microbiome testing. It offers an innovative stool test kit designed for easy use, allowing parents to analyze their child's gut microbiome in a certified laboratory. Upon completion of the analysis, detailed results are provided, which enable parents to collaborate with dieticians in formulating personalized action plans for their children's dietary and health needs. Additionally, Alba Health places significant emphasis on data privacy by anonymizing test results, which can contribute to broader discoveries that positively influence children's health outcomes. The company's overarching mission is to improve the health of future generations by leveraging artificial intelligence and microbiome science.

Cure is a VC-backed hydration brand based in New York City. We’re the only premium hydration brand with a science-backed formula, plant-based ingredients, no added sugar, and 4x the electrolytes of leading sports drinks. The product is based on the World Health Organization's formula for Oral Rehydration Solution that is proven to hydrate as effectively as an IV drip but, unlike other ORS products, the ingredients are non-GMO, sustainably sourced, and have no added sugar. Made with coconut water and pink Himalayan salt, Cure provides everything your body needs for daily hydration and nothing it doesn't. Cure is backed by a medical advisory board that includes Dr. Roshini Raj, Dr. Dana Cohen, and Brooke Alpert and is FSA/HSA Eligible. In just 4 years, Cure has expanded to over 13,000 retail stores nationwide including CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts, and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America at #225 (#10 in Food and Beverage). Cure is a female-founded company, certified Plastic Neutral, and donates a serving for every purchase made to someone in need. Our investors include Lerer Hippeau, Valedor Partners, Rocana Ventures, Beliade, Silas Capital, Litani Ventures, Joyance Partners, Parallel Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Simple Food Ventures, Carly Strife (Founder of BARK), Kathleen King (Founder of Tate's Cookies), Philip Krim (CEO at Casper), Nick Green (CEO at Thrive Market), Nas, Andy Roddick and more.

New School Foods develops plant-based seafood products that mimic the texture, flavor, nutrition, and cooking experience of traditional seafood. Their initial product is a plant-based salmon filet, aiming to provide sustainable and healthier alternatives.

Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.

MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich. The company specializes in producing vegan nectar products that serve as a molecularly identical alternative to traditional honey. By employing advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology, MeliBio creates honey without the involvement of bees, aiming to mitigate the negative impact of commercial bee farming on biodiversity. In 2023, MeliBio launched its consumer-facing brand, Mellody, further expanding its market presence. Recognized by TIME as one of the Best Inventions of 2021, MeliBio is committed to providing sustainable and innovative solutions in the food industry.

Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

Founded in 2018, mybacs is a research-driven company specializing in human microbiome-based supplements. It offers region-specific travel health supplements for digestion, formulated by pharmaceutical scientists and physicians to improve intestinal health.

Digbi Health specializes in digital therapeutics, offering personalized health programs for conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, gastrointestinal issues, and mental health. It uses precision biology, including genetics and gut microbiome analysis, to tailor care. The company provides an online platform tracking key metrics and offers virtual clinics prescribing GLP drugs.

Founded in Paris, France in 2019, GOURMEY specializes in developing and producing ethical foie gras using duck cell cultivation. This innovative process aims to create sustainable, high-quality meat products without force-feeding or animal slaughter.

Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

Pnoe develops a metabolic analysis device that analyzes physiological data through breath analysis to deliver clinically accurate measurements of metabolic rate, cardiopulmonary function, and cellular fitness. The device enables health and fitness professionals to identify limiting factors and design science-based nutrition and training programs tailored to individual clients.

NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.

Solarea Bio is a biotechnology company that develops microbial therapeutics derived from healthy food sources. It uses computational approaches to create synergistic combinations of bacteria, fungi, and prebiotic fibers with anti-inflammatory properties, targeting chronic health conditions such as osteopenia and osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.