Investor directory

Big Idea Ventures

Big Idea Ventures, LLC is a New York-based venture capital firm established in 2018 that specializes in investing in early and growth-stage companies within the FoodTech sector. The firm is particularly focused on alternative protein solutions, including plant-based food products, plant-based ingredients, and cell-based meats. Big Idea Ventures aims to support the development of innovative food technologies and has invested in over 100 companies across 22 countries, with a strong presence in Asia and North America. The firm collaborates with a network of strategic partners and engages with governments globally to address food security and foster new food ecosystems. In addition to its main office in New York, Big Idea Ventures has locations in Singapore and Paris.
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Bill Arnold

Director - GFRP Fund

Henrietta Hearth

Vice President Global Acceleration

Andrew D. Ive

Founder and Managing General Partner

Michael Lightman

Managing Partner

Tom Mastrobuoni

Chief Investment Officer

Qaynat Sharma

Partner

Van Truskett

Director - GRFP Fund

Adrien Villalonga

Senior Investment Associate

Past deals in Children

PlantBaby

Seed Round in 2025
PlantBaby specializes in providing plant-based food and beverages designed for families, supporting children from birth through adulthood. The company focuses on creating a portfolio of healthy, kid-friendly products that are free from dairy, gluten, refined sugar, GMOs, preservatives, and artificial flavors. PlantBaby aims to nourish and empower future generations by offering nutritious alternatives that are both delicious and scientifically backed. Their offerings include beverages that serve as nutritious substitutes, ensuring that children can enjoy enjoyable and healthy options throughout their developmental journey.

PlantBaby

Seed Round in 2022
PlantBaby specializes in providing plant-based food and beverages designed for families, supporting children from birth through adulthood. The company focuses on creating a portfolio of healthy, kid-friendly products that are free from dairy, gluten, refined sugar, GMOs, preservatives, and artificial flavors. PlantBaby aims to nourish and empower future generations by offering nutritious alternatives that are both delicious and scientifically backed. Their offerings include beverages that serve as nutritious substitutes, ensuring that children can enjoy enjoyable and healthy options throughout their developmental journey.

Little Bandits

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Little Bandits is a dairy-free brand focused on providing nutritious food options for children, created in response to the increasing prevalence of food allergies among kids. The company specializes in producing dairy-free and soya-free products, primarily a range of yogurts made from coconut milk. These yogurts are designed to be low in sugar, allergy-friendly, and enriched with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamins D2, B12, and iodine. Little Bandits aims to fill a gap in the market for children’s plant-based foods, offering healthy and enjoyable alternatives that cater to the dietary needs of kids with allergies and those following plant-based diets.
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