Big Idea Ventures
Overview
Big Idea Ventures is a hybrid venture firm: Our first fund is the New Protein Fund, which is raising up to USD$50MM to invest in the best companies in the plant-based foods and alternative protein ecosystem. We combine capital and partnership to support and grow the world’s most compelling plant based food companies and protein alternatives. Our first investment is into Shiok Meat which is the first clean meat company in Asia and first to have graduated from Y Combinator.
Investment Focus
- Focus on sustainable and innovative food technologies
- Early-stage companies
- Global market potential
- Commitment to environmental sustainability
- Health and wellness orientation
- Addressing food security challenges
- Scalable business models
- Strong management teams
- Clear value proposition
- Competitive advantage
- Ability to attract additional funding
- Alignment with Big Idea Ventures' mission and values
- Potential for significant impact in the food industry
- Demonstrated product-market fit
- Clear exit strategy
- Strong resourcefulness
- Integrity
- Humility
Portfolio Companies
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Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about Big Idea Ventures
What sectors does Big Idea Ventures invest in?
Big Idea Ventures invests in Consumer Goods, Retail, Consumer, Health Care, Food and Beverage and Digital Health, and is based in Usa. Big Idea Ventures is listed as a accelerator in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Big Idea Ventures invest at?
Big Idea Ventures backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 500K - 5M.
Which regions does Big Idea Ventures invest in?
Big Idea Ventures invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
Who are the partners at Big Idea Ventures?
Team members listed for Big Idea Ventures include Andrew Ive (Founder / Managing General Partner) and Tom Mastrobuoni (Chief Investment Officer).
What companies has Big Idea Ventures invested in?
Big Idea Ventures's portfolio includes Beyond Meat, Impossible Foods, Oatly, Shiok Meats, Eat Just, Miyoko's Creamery, Perfect Day and Eat the Change.
How do I contact Big Idea Ventures?
Big Idea Ventures's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
