Ryan Bethencourt
Overview
Ryan Bethencourt is an American scientist, entrepreneur, and biohacker known for his work in sustainable food ventures and biotechnology. He is the CEO and co-founder of Wild Earth, a company dedicated to developing plant-based pet foods that are healthier for pets and better for the environment. Under his leadership, Wild Earth has raised over $45 million in revenue and launched multiple product lines, reshaping the pet food industry with a focus on sustainability, nutrition, and animal welfare. In addition to his role at Wild Earth, Bethencourt is a partner at Babel Ventures and co-founder and former program director at IndieBio, a biology accelerator and early-stage seed fund. He has invested in over 180 early-stage food and biotech startups, including Upside Foods, Geltor, The Not Company, and Shiok Meats. His investments span various sectors, including biotechnology, food and beverage, consumer products, and sustainability. Bethencourt holds a BSc in Biological Sciences (Molecular Genetics) from Warwick University and a Masters in Bioscience Enterprise from Cambridge University. He has also been a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate at the Center for Regenerative Medicine at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on stem cell differentiation. His diverse background and commitment to innovation have made him a prominent figure in the fields of sustainable food and biotechnology.
Investment Focus
- Innovative solutions in sustainable food production
- Technologies with a positive environmental impact
- Companies with strong ethical practices
- Early-stage ventures with high growth potential
- Biotech startups addressing global challenges
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Ryan Bethencourt invest in?
Ryan Bethencourt invests in Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Agriculture, E-commerce and Sustainability, and is based in California, United States. Ryan Bethencourt is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Ryan Bethencourt invest at?
Ryan Bethencourt backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Ryan Bethencourt invest in?
Ryan Bethencourt invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
What companies has Ryan Bethencourt invested in?
Ryan Bethencourt's portfolio includes Shiok Meats, Upside Foods, Wild Earth, Geltor and The Not Company.
How do I contact Ryan Bethencourt?
Ryan Bethencourt's contact details — including work email — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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