Khosla Ventures
Khosla Ventures is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 2004 by Vinod Khosla. It provides capital and strategic guidance to startups across stages, focusing on technology-driven companies in areas such as artificial intelligence, climate and sustainability, enterprise software and services, fintech, digital health, medical technology and diagnostics, therapeutics, consumer products, and frontier technologies. The firm backs bold ventures with the potential to disrupt markets and improve lives, supporting companies from early to growth stages and working closely with entrepreneurs to apply science, technology and innovative business models. While primarily investing in North American technology companies, Khosla Ventures pursues opportunities globally and emphasizes experimentation and impact alongside financial returns. The firm also maintains related impact initiatives that support entrepreneurs addressing socio-economic challenges in emerging markets.
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Clear Labs
Series D in 2025
Clear Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing and data analytics for infectious disease surveillance and food safety testing. Its platforms, Clear Dx™ and Clear Safety™, enable rapid identification of pathogens, supporting public health initiatives and enhancing safety across various sectors.
Upliance.ai
Seed Round in 2024
Upliance.ai is a startup focused on revolutionizing home cooking through AI-powered appliances. The company's flagship product, the Upliance AI Cooking Assistant, offers a variety of recipes and integrates multiple functions such as chopping, stirring, sautéing, whisking, blending, boiling, steaming, cooking, kneading, and self-cleaning. Additionally, it includes an integrated smart weighing scale to enhance the cooking experience by reducing stress and hassle for users.
Fulfil Solutions
Series B in 2023
Fulfil Solutions is a developer of advanced robotic automation technology aimed at transforming the online grocery sector. The company specializes in creating a fully automated fulfillment system designed to enhance profitability while addressing food supply chain challenges. By integrating mechanical design, software, robotics, computer vision, and deep learning, Fulfil Solutions offers solutions that streamline picking, packing, and inventory control across various product categories and temperature zones. Their innovative technology seeks to reduce waste, minimize environmental impact, and lower emissions, enabling companies to automate their supply chain processes effectively within a compact operational footprint. Through these advancements, Fulfil Solutions supports sustainable and customer-centric online grocery operations at scale.
Equii
Seed Round in 2022
Equii is a food technology company that discovers nutritious microbial proteins from various sources. These are used to ferment grains, resulting in high-protein grain flours.
Oobli
Series B in 2022
Oobli develops healthy, low-calorie protein sweeteners derived from exotic plants. These rare compounds offer great taste without affecting blood sugar levels or gut microbiome. The company has secured regulatory approvals such as FDA 'no questions' letters and GRAS status for multiple proteins.
Leaft Foods
Series A in 2022
Leaft Foods focuses on reducing the environmental impact of food production by harnessing Rubisco, a plentiful plant-based protein found in green leaves. The company extracts this protein through a sustainable 'paddock to production' process, creating ingredients for sustainable and nutritious food products.
Mimica
Seed Round in 2021
Mimica develops a patented, bio-responsive label called 'Bump' for perishable products. Bump changes texture based on actual temperature conditions to indicate product freshness accurately and reduce waste.
Supplant
Series A in 2021
Supplant is a biotechnology platform working in the food sector. It develops natural food ingredients from agricultural resources to allow food manufacturers to decrease sugar, increase fiber, and boost the gut health-promoting qualities of its products.
All Day Kitchens
Series C in 2021
All Day Kitchens specializes in constructing delivery-focused kitchens, leveraging technology to maximize coverage with minimal initial investment.
Jupiter
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Jupiter enables food creators on TikTok and Instagram to launch their own grocery-powered recipe stores. It integrates these stores with social shopping tools, allowing followers to shop directly from creators' feeds. Jupiter processes orders through delivery APIs and facilitates brand sponsorships for creators' monetization.
Clear Labs
Series C in 2021
Clear Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing and data analytics for infectious disease surveillance and food safety testing. Its platforms, Clear Dx™ and Clear Safety™, enable rapid identification of pathogens, supporting public health initiatives and enhancing safety across various sectors.
Supplant
Series A in 2021
Supplant is a biotechnology platform working in the food sector. It develops natural food ingredients from agricultural resources to allow food manufacturers to decrease sugar, increase fiber, and boost the gut health-promoting qualities of its products.
Ukko
Series B in 2021
Ukko is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by food allergies and disorders. The company utilizes a computational engineering platform that employs artificial intelligence, immunology, and protein engineering to redesign food allergens into therapeutics that are both safe and effective. By creating a comprehensive, clinically validated map of the molecular structures associated with food allergies, Ukko reveals critical insights into the biological mechanisms governing human-food interactions. This innovative approach enables the development of new protein versions that do not provoke an immune response, providing a novel strategy for treating protein-based allergies.
LUB Foods
Venture Round in 2021
Luthman Backlund Foods AB was started in 2013 by Carl Backlund and Niclas Luthman. Since then they have built a team of dedicated and hard-working people around us that all share the same vision - creating snacks and confectionery that is actually good for you and the people you love.
THeir ambition is to create a global brand and a wide range of products that adds to the quality of life and well-being of all the snacks and candy-loving people of the world.
LUB Foods
Venture Round in 2021
Luthman Backlund Foods AB was started in 2013 by Carl Backlund and Niclas Luthman. Since then they have built a team of dedicated and hard-working people around us that all share the same vision - creating snacks and confectionery that is actually good for you and the people you love.
THeir ambition is to create a global brand and a wide range of products that adds to the quality of life and well-being of all the snacks and candy-loving people of the world.
All Day Kitchens
Series B in 2020
All Day Kitchens specializes in constructing delivery-focused kitchens, leveraging technology to maximize coverage with minimal initial investment.
Oobli
Series A in 2020
Oobli develops healthy, low-calorie protein sweeteners derived from exotic plants. These rare compounds offer great taste without affecting blood sugar levels or gut microbiome. The company has secured regulatory approvals such as FDA 'no questions' letters and GRAS status for multiple proteins.
Jupiter
Seed Round in 2020
Jupiter enables food creators on TikTok and Instagram to launch their own grocery-powered recipe stores. It integrates these stores with social shopping tools, allowing followers to shop directly from creators' feeds. Jupiter processes orders through delivery APIs and facilitates brand sponsorships for creators' monetization.
Clear Labs
Venture Round in 2020
Clear Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing and data analytics for infectious disease surveillance and food safety testing. Its platforms, Clear Dx™ and Clear Safety™, enable rapid identification of pathogens, supporting public health initiatives and enhancing safety across various sectors.
Clear Labs
Series B in 2018
Clear Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing and data analytics for infectious disease surveillance and food safety testing. Its platforms, Clear Dx™ and Clear Safety™, enable rapid identification of pathogens, supporting public health initiatives and enhancing safety across various sectors.
Spyce
Series A in 2018
Spyce is a restaurant founded in 2015 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, that aims to revolutionize the dining experience with its innovative automated cooking platform. The establishment offers a diverse menu of globally-inspired seasonal salads and warm bowls, emphasizing freshness and quality. Spyce utilizes a fully robotic kitchen that integrates a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove-top, and a robotic chef, allowing it to prepare meals from fresh ingredients without human intervention. This technology enables the restaurant to provide consumers with healthy and affordable fast food while maintaining high standards of taste and quality.
Mylk Guys
Seed Round in 2018
Mylk Guys, Inc. is an online vegan grocery store based in San Francisco, California, established in 2018. The company specializes in offering a wide range of plant-based products, including bakery items, cheese, frozen foods, pantry staples, prepared meals, desserts, meats, milk, yogurt, and eggs, as well as various snacks. Mylk Guys provides a marketplace that connects consumers with both local and national brands, ensuring that customers can conveniently order and receive natural, plant-based food products delivered to their doorsteps.
Instacart
Series E in 2018
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.
Ripple Foods
Series C in 2018
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.
Gobble
Series B in 2017
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010, the company provides chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, combining the convenience of takeout with the quality and freshness of home-cooked food. Gobble emphasizes the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, enabling customers to create nutritious and flavorful dishes easily. Its offerings cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including global cuisines, low-calorie options, vegetarian recipes, and kid-friendly meals. In addition to dinner, Gobble also provides meal options for breakfast, lunch, sides, and desserts. The company has expanded its operations across 47 states and maintains offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, with a mission to help families spend less time in the kitchen and more time together at the table.
Impossible Foods
Convertible Note in 2017
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Ukko
Venture Round in 2017
Ukko is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by food allergies and disorders. The company utilizes a computational engineering platform that employs artificial intelligence, immunology, and protein engineering to redesign food allergens into therapeutics that are both safe and effective. By creating a comprehensive, clinically validated map of the molecular structures associated with food allergies, Ukko reveals critical insights into the biological mechanisms governing human-food interactions. This innovative approach enables the development of new protein versions that do not provoke an immune response, providing a novel strategy for treating protein-based allergies.
Instacart
Series D in 2017
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.
Clear Labs
Series B in 2016
Clear Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing and data analytics for infectious disease surveillance and food safety testing. Its platforms, Clear Dx™ and Clear Safety™, enable rapid identification of pathogens, supporting public health initiatives and enhancing safety across various sectors.
Spyce
Seed Round in 2016
Spyce is a restaurant founded in 2015 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, that aims to revolutionize the dining experience with its innovative automated cooking platform. The establishment offers a diverse menu of globally-inspired seasonal salads and warm bowls, emphasizing freshness and quality. Spyce utilizes a fully robotic kitchen that integrates a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove-top, and a robotic chef, allowing it to prepare meals from fresh ingredients without human intervention. This technology enables the restaurant to provide consumers with healthy and affordable fast food while maintaining high standards of taste and quality.
Ripple Foods
Series B in 2016
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.
Nom
Series A in 2016
Nom is a live and interactive video community platform that enables users to host professional cooking, creative, and DIY shows. It provides an application tailored for food enthusiasts, allowing them to create, share, and watch their favorite culinary stories in real-time. By tapping into a network of makers, creators, and chefs, Nom empowers individuals to direct, produce, and host their own food shows, fostering a vibrant community centered around culinary exploration and creativity.
Ripple Foods
Series A in 2015
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.
Impossible Foods
Series D in 2015
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Clear Labs
Series A in 2015
Clear Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing and data analytics for infectious disease surveillance and food safety testing. Its platforms, Clear Dx™ and Clear Safety™, enable rapid identification of pathogens, supporting public health initiatives and enhancing safety across various sectors.
Tapingo
Series C in 2015
Tapingo, Inc. is a mobile ordering application designed to streamline food delivery and transactions, particularly on college campuses. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, California, Tapingo aims to eliminate the hassles associated with everyday purchases by providing users access to a variety of restaurants and shops both on and off campus. The platform simplifies the entire process from ordering to payment and pickup or delivery, effectively revolutionizing commerce for its users. In November 2018, Tapingo became a subsidiary of GrubHub Inc., further expanding its reach and capabilities in the food delivery industry.
Instacart
Series C in 2015
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.
Eat Just
Series C in 2014
Eat Just, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, focuses on creating plant-based food products aimed at improving the food system. The company offers a variety of items, including plant-based scrambled eggs, flavored mayonnaise, dressings, cookie doughs, and meat alternatives. Their flagship product, JUST Egg, has garnered significant recognition, being featured in lists such as Popular Science's "100 Greatest Innovations." Eat Just emphasizes innovation through a unique discovery platform for food ingredients, combining scientific research with culinary expertise from Michelin-starred chefs. The company has been acknowledged in various prestigious lists, including Fast Company’s "Most Innovative Companies" and Entrepreneur’s "100 Brilliant Companies."
Impossible Foods
Series C in 2014
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Instacart
Series B in 2014
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.
Eat Just
Series B in 2014
Eat Just, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, focuses on creating plant-based food products aimed at improving the food system. The company offers a variety of items, including plant-based scrambled eggs, flavored mayonnaise, dressings, cookie doughs, and meat alternatives. Their flagship product, JUST Egg, has garnered significant recognition, being featured in lists such as Popular Science's "100 Greatest Innovations." Eat Just emphasizes innovation through a unique discovery platform for food ingredients, combining scientific research with culinary expertise from Michelin-starred chefs. The company has been acknowledged in various prestigious lists, including Fast Company’s "Most Innovative Companies" and Entrepreneur’s "100 Brilliant Companies."
Tapingo
Series B in 2014
Tapingo, Inc. is a mobile ordering application designed to streamline food delivery and transactions, particularly on college campuses. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, California, Tapingo aims to eliminate the hassles associated with everyday purchases by providing users access to a variety of restaurants and shops both on and off campus. The platform simplifies the entire process from ordering to payment and pickup or delivery, effectively revolutionizing commerce for its users. In November 2018, Tapingo became a subsidiary of GrubHub Inc., further expanding its reach and capabilities in the food delivery industry.
PHL
Seed Round in 2014
ALOHA is an employee-owned company founded in 2013 by three Hawaiian business partners, specializing in the production and retail of plant-based protein products. Based in New York, the company offers a diverse range of items, including protein drinks, protein bars, and protein powders, all made from USDA Organic and non-GMO ingredients. ALOHA products are designed to be healthy, delicious, and free from common allergens such as soy and dairy, as well as sugar alcohols and stevia. The company is committed to sustainability and ethical sourcing, ensuring that its practices are beneficial for both the environment and the communities it serves. ALOHA's products are available at various grocery and natural food retailers, as well as online through platforms like Amazon and its own direct-to-consumer website.
Eat Just
Series A in 2013
Eat Just, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, focuses on creating plant-based food products aimed at improving the food system. The company offers a variety of items, including plant-based scrambled eggs, flavored mayonnaise, dressings, cookie doughs, and meat alternatives. Their flagship product, JUST Egg, has garnered significant recognition, being featured in lists such as Popular Science's "100 Greatest Innovations." Eat Just emphasizes innovation through a unique discovery platform for food ingredients, combining scientific research with culinary expertise from Michelin-starred chefs. The company has been acknowledged in various prestigious lists, including Fast Company’s "Most Innovative Companies" and Entrepreneur’s "100 Brilliant Companies."
Impossible Foods
Series B in 2013
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Instacart
Series A in 2013
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.
Impossible Foods
Series A in 2013
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Instacart
Seed Round in 2012
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.
Nu-Tek Salt
Private Equity Round in 2012
Nu-Tek Salt introduces reduced sodium and salt replacement products that incorporate a novel, patented technology and better tasting potassium chloride (NPC) to help lower the sodium content in your food applications.
Impossible Foods
Series A in 2011
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Eat Just
Seed Round in 2011
Eat Just, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, focuses on creating plant-based food products aimed at improving the food system. The company offers a variety of items, including plant-based scrambled eggs, flavored mayonnaise, dressings, cookie doughs, and meat alternatives. Their flagship product, JUST Egg, has garnered significant recognition, being featured in lists such as Popular Science's "100 Greatest Innovations." Eat Just emphasizes innovation through a unique discovery platform for food ingredients, combining scientific research with culinary expertise from Michelin-starred chefs. The company has been acknowledged in various prestigious lists, including Fast Company’s "Most Innovative Companies" and Entrepreneur’s "100 Brilliant Companies."
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