Narrative Fund

We're sherpa° and we’re passionate about freedom of movement. Our mission is to help travellers move freely around the world and to shift the way the world's leading travel providers approach border crossing. Through unmatched industry knowledge and expertise, we help our partners—from airlines to cruise lines to online travel agencies—open new ancillary revenue streams to help them reduce costs and operational risk while enhancing the customer journey and growing consumer confidence in travel. More than simply providing a product or service, we're moving travel forward. Away from stress and confusion, and towards ease and connection. So travellers can move freely wherever life takes them. This is the future of international travel.

Dcbel specializes in smart home energy systems that enable users to manage their energy supply through a single, integrated device. The company employs artificial intelligence and micro-weather forecasting to optimize energy consumption and enhance preparedness for outages by storing energy during off-peak periods. Its technology includes a solar inverter and an energy management system suitable for various climates and homes, facilitating a sustainable approach to energy use. Additionally, Dcbel is developing bidirectional DC fast charging capabilities for residential settings, allowing users to charge their electric vehicles more efficiently while contributing to reduced energy costs and a smaller environmental footprint.

Future Fields is a company focused on sustainable production through insect biotechnology, specifically utilizing its EntoEngine™ platform, which leverages the genetic capabilities of fruit flies to generate environmentally friendly biomolecules. Founded in 2018 and based in Edmonton, Canada, Future Fields specializes in developing insect-based recombinant proteins that serve as growth components essential for cell culture. By prioritizing sustainability, the company aims to reduce the environmental impact of protein production while enhancing the economic feasibility of cell-based foods in the agriculture industry. Future Fields is supported by notable venture capital firms and investors from Silicon Valley and beyond.

Arrive Recommerce specializes in transforming the resale market by providing brands and retailers with a sustainable and profitable solution for managing returns, excess inventory, and damaged goods. Through its Returns to Recommerce™ initiative, the company enables clients to convert these challenges into revenue-generating opportunities via a fully-branded resale channel. Arrive's technological offerings, including Recommerce Management Technology and Storefront Technology, enhance operational efficiency and drive customer engagement. By collaborating with partners in returns management, logistics, and e-commerce enablement, Arrive helps brands increase their margins and value. Recognized as the 4th Most Innovative Retail Company by Fast Company in 2022, Arrive Recommerce serves notable clients like YETI and Burton Snowboards, promoting circular commerce across various industries.

Arrive Outdoors, Inc. is an outdoor gear rental platform that allows customers to rent high-quality outdoor equipment online from leading brands. The company specializes in gear for camping and backpacking, offering a range of products including camping sets, tents, sleeping bags, camp furniture, sleeping pads, electronics, gadgets, and health and safety gear. Customers can access the rental services through the company's website, which also features personalized customer support to assist shoppers in selecting the appropriate gear and provide packing tips for their destinations. Founded in 2017 and based in Santa Monica, California, Arrive Outdoors was previously known as Coozie Outdoors, Inc. before rebranding in March 2020.