Investors in Beverage

Peppermint Group is a privately-owned mid-sized industrial holding, that invests in the industrial tech, textiles, and food sectors. Peppermint develops sustainable, digital and intelligent industrial products. The owner-managed industrial group based in Berlin employs around 700 people in Germany and other European locations. The company made a commitment to sustainability years ago.

Rabobank emerged from several small agricultural cooperative banks, founded by Dutch farmers in the late nineteenth century. Food & Agriculture (F&A) is in our DNA, from which we built a unique position in the F&A sector as a key financier and international player, attributes which we leverage for the benefit of our stakeholders and portfolio companies. We recognize and understand the food security challenges lying ahead of us and how Innovation in F&A supply chains is key to the solution, which is why we are dedicated to committing capital to the space.

Roquette Ventures invests in food, nutrition, and health entrepreneurs.Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients, specializing in plant proteins and pharmaceutical excipients. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Roquette develops natural solutions for food, nutrition, and health market.

The mission of Grey Silo Ventures, the Corporate Venture Capital of Cereal Docks Group established to invest in the supply chain of non-animal-based ingredients and related innovative technologies, is to broaden horizons in the global food-tech sector while maintaining the original vocation as a processor of plant based sources and explorer of new opportunities for innovation and business diversification. Grey Silo Ventures is committed to study the great potential of new fermentation processes and innovative green proteins, by using them to create novel ingredients. The ag-tech world and cellular agriculture represent other areas of interest that are part of the value chain in which Cereal Docks Group operates. We want to play a leading role in the creation of an ecosystem of innovative food-related businesses as well as help to grow it with the aim of developing novel functional ingredients that are increasingly genuine and sustainable. We also strongly believe that investing in the projects of new company founders with a long-term and strategic vision means looking afresh to the future and innovation. A commitment that aims to seek new answers through innovation in a market where sustainability and a healthier and more inclusive diet are the new trends. Consumers have become increasingly demanding and Grey Silo Ventures is one of the key milestones of Cereal Docks strategy whose goal is finding the perfect balance between nowadays new market requirements and the needs of food manufacturers.

Milano Investment Partners - MIP SGR is an Asset Management Company specialised in tech & consumer lifestyle. Milano Investment Partners - MIP SGR is a Venture Capital platform with multiple alternative and reserved investment funds focusing on different companies' stage and investors' needs, giving a privileged access to growing markets.

Synthesis Capital focuses on investing in visionary founders whose companies are pioneering the transformation of the food system. They specialize in integrating food technology and modern biotechnology to create innovative solutions that address key challenges in food production, sustainability, and nutrition. Synthesis Capital supports game-changing ventures that aim to revolutionize how we grow, process, and consume food, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient food ecosystem.

Exceptional Ventures, we are a London-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in high-impact startups that contribute to improving the world we live in. Our mission is clear: we aim to help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives while promoting a sustainable planetary ecosystem. Through our debut fund, EV Fund 1, which targets £20 million in size, we are actively building a portfolio of 40 early-stage startups over the next three years. Our focus areas include HealthTech, FoodTech, and Financial Health, primarily within the UK/EU region while opportunistically exploring opportunities globally. Our founders, Matt Cooper and Paolo Pio, bring a wealth of experience to Exceptional Ventures. Matt's background includes co-founding Capital One Bank in the US, Tandem Bank in the UK, and chairing Octopus Group for over two decades. Paolo, formerly a Silicon Valley Software Engineer and Tech Executive, transitioned into venture capital as MD Europe at Joyance Partners, a prominent US HealthTech VC fund. With a combined portfolio of over 200 invested startups, we leverage our deep industry knowledge and extensive network to support entrepreneurs and drive positive societal impact through strategic investments.

OMAKASE Investment Club is an early-stage venture capital fund specializing in investing in startups within the Food & Beverage sector. The club focuses on identifying and supporting innovative companies that are reshaping the food and beverage industry through technology, sustainability, and consumer-centric approaches. OMAKASE Investment Club provides capital, strategic guidance, and industry expertise to help these startups scale and succeed in competitive markets. By investing in the Food & Beverage sector, OMAKASE aims to drive innovation, promote sustainable practices, and create value for both investors and the broader community.

Ambrosia Investments is an investment firm focused on providing growth capital for disruptive brands and businesses in the food, beverage and ingredients industries. Ambrosia looks to bring entrepreneurial experience and advice to its portfolio companies, while also maintaining a long-term perspective. Ambrosia is focused on minority growth capital investments in primarily Europe and the United States, with a sweet spot investment size range of €2 to €20 million per deal.

Moscar Capital is committed to discovering and fostering the growth of promising startups into industry-defining companies. With a focus on innovation and future-oriented solutions, Moscar Capital provides strategic investments and comprehensive support to ventures that are poised to shape how we live and work in the future. Their mission is to drive transformative growth and market impact, helping startups achieve lasting success and influence in tomorrow's world. Through a principled approach and dedication to excellence, Moscar Capital aims to cultivate the next generation of industry leaders.

Doux Investments distinguishes itself as an investment firm specializing in innovative food companies, leveraging its expertise to support the growth and development of ventures within the food sector. With a strategic focus on innovation, sustainability, and market disruption, Doux Investments identifies promising opportunities that align with evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements in food production and distribution. The firm plays a crucial role in nurturing emerging brands and technologies that address global challenges such as food security, health, and environmental sustainability. Through strategic capital deployment and hands-on support, Doux Investments aims to catalyze the success of its portfolio companies, fostering their expansion into new markets and enhancing their competitive edge. Committed to fostering long-term partnerships, Doux Investments actively engages with entrepreneurs and industry stakeholders to drive innovation and create value in the dynamic landscape of food innovation.

Takara Capital est actif en Venture Capital early-stage, soutenu par les grands entrepreneurs de la FrenchTech. Pionniers de la construction des incubateurs en France, nous bénéficions, avec 300+ entrepreneurs accompagnés, d'un sourcing unique au sein de l'écosystème. Nous investissons dans les entreprises au moment où elles en ont le plus besoin. Ce positionnement en Pré-Série A offre un rapport risque-valorisation-liquidité optimal. Nous privilégions les solutions technologiques B2B essentielles à l'économie digitale, disposant d'une preuve de marché monétisée, d'un modèle d'affaires scalable et d'un potentiel de croissance exceptionnel.