Investors in Food Tech

Olisipo Way is an Early Stage Venture Firm focused on IT investments. Our investments are varied in terms of business areas but we have a natural tendency for B2B projects. We speak the same language as entrepreneurs, the language of business. More than investors, we are also entrepreneurs. Our priority is the choice of the right people and the creation of a community that works as a plus in the lives of our startups.

It is sometimes difficult, both for a company and for a saver, to find the right player to get involved. This is where we play an essential role: that of a link between people who want to give meaning to their savings and companies who want to find financing by strengthening their positive impacts. Since 1990, we have financed and supported more than 420 companies in Hauts-de-France, to the tune of more than 18.5 million euros, thanks to savings collected from several thousand supportive citizens.

At Invento VC, we believe that we all have an impact. By partnering with entrepreneurs, we help them develop, refine and market their ideas and innovative products. We make sure that with our experience, knowledge and business contacts, they respond to needs, find the best solutions, conquer new markets and build an international advantage. This is how we change our world for the better every day. At Invento VC, we create a space where people and their ideas meet, along with finance, experience, science and business. Together we create, solutions that could never have been created if even one of these elements were missing.

Jeriko is dedicated to investing in projects focused on sustainable food and agriculture. By providing crucial funding and support, Jeriko aims to drive innovation and promote practices that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient food system. Their commitment to sustainability helps foster the development of impactful solutions that address critical challenges in the food and agriculture sectors.

We are OVNI Capital, a Paris-based first-check venture capital firm committed to aliens redefining global markets. We partner with entrepreneurs seeking to invent new markets or disrupt large existing industries, with a crucial focus on early internationalization. We only invest if a company has the potential to be a global market leader with a strong impact on human lives. We favor being the first venture investor, and we follow on our investments. We invest as little as €250k to seed a company and as much as €2M to lead a round. We invest primarily in France and can be followers in other regions.

Sky Man Ventures is an innovative investment firm specializing in early-stage and growth-stage opportunities across diverse sectors. Based on their proactive investment strategy, they seek out promising startups with disruptive potential and provide strategic capital and operational support to foster their growth. Sky Man Ventures prioritizes sustainable and scalable business models, aiming to create long-term value for both entrepreneurs and investors alike.

Vivid Ventures specializes in providing early-stage capital to innovative startups, focusing on nurturing and accelerating their growth trajectories. Based in the Netherlands, Vivid Ventures strategically invests in promising ventures across various sectors, aiming to support entrepreneurs in realizing their visions and scaling their businesses. With a commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurial success, Vivid Ventures offers more than just financial backing; they provide strategic guidance, access to networks, and operational support to help startups navigate the challenges of early-stage growth. By leveraging their expertise and resources, Vivid Ventures aims to contribute significantly to the development of groundbreaking technologies and solutions that drive positive impact in their respective industries and beyond.

Earth First Food Ventures was established by visionary leaders with extensive experience in international financial markets. The firm initially entered the innovative food technologies sector in 2017 and has since focused on the growing and exciting smart protein space, including plant-based, fermentation, and cultivated assets. Over time, Earth First Food Ventures has developed a rich network of industry partners with global reach, capital, and a proven track record. The firm facilitates early and transformational investments in companies led by visionary founders and proven execution teams, targeting ventures with significant potential for impact. Earth First Food Ventures' approach combines their financial expertise with a deep understanding of the alternative protein industry to identify and support promising opportunities in this rapidly evolving sector.

Dutch Student Investment Fund (DSIF) is a venture capital fund managed by students from the University of Twente and Saxion University of Applied Sciences. It was established in 2016 as the first student-run European venture capital fund. DSIF invests into innovative startups created by bachelor, master students, PhD's or recent graduates and help young student entrepreneurs to turn their great ideas into real startups. While DSIF is structured as a venture capital fund, its primary goal is not to make the biggest return on investment but rather to support student entrepreneurs as much as possible. With the provision of capital, the fund also connects students with professional parties, gives advice, helps to look for follow-up investments, and way more. DSIF believes that young entrepreneurs should have access to all the means necessary to turn their great ideas into real startups that could potentially benefit society.

Newland Syndicate, we are operator-investors actively backing European Food & AgTech entrepreneurs. We specialize in early-stage investments across the entire food supply chain, from farm to fork. Our focus is on identifying visionary teams capable of creating new product categories and refining their execution strategies. We place great emphasis on backing founders who are pioneering novel systems for sustainable trading practices. Leveraging our extensive professional backgrounds in food, agriculture, retail, and technology, we provide invaluable support to entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of agrifood supply chains.

Samen Slimmer is an investment firm dedicated to fostering innovation by strategically backing visionary startups and scalable businesses. They leverage expertise and resources to propel growth, emphasizing sustainable development and impactful contributions across sectors. Operating proactively, they seek promising opportunities aligned with their investment criteria and strategic objectives.

At Level2 Ventures, we’re on the lookout for innovative and compelling ideas, led by passionate and committed Founders who believe their solutions can change the world for the better. We understand the determination, hard work, trials, and errors it takes to achieve success. Recognizing the crucial role of capital in a company’s growth, we see it as just the first level of the support you need. Our offerings go beyond funding, encompassing managerial experience, talent recruitment, marketing, training, and proven operational strategies. We provide comprehensive support to help you navigate challenges and scale your business effectively.