Joyance 2

Joyance Partners, established in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage investments. It specializes in startups and emerging technologies that empower individuals to improve their health and well-being, with a particular interest in health tech and consumer sectors. The firm invests in companies that leverage science and technology to cultivate joy and enhance lives, targeting pre-seed to Series A rounds in the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Omar Al-Busaidi

Investment Partner and Venture Partner

Yang Chen

Investor

Jun Deng Ph.D

Investment Partner

Sonia Dewar

Investment Partner

Mike Edelhart

Managing Partner

Toshi Eguchi

Managing Director, Joyance Asia

Jim Louderback

Venture Partner

Hidenari Nakayama Ph.D

Venture Partner, Joyance Partners

Neal O'Hara

Venture Partner

Seth Rosenblatt

Venture Partner

Nobuhiro Takanuma

Partner, Joyance Partners

Past deals in Nutrition

Spicewell

Seed Round in 2024
Spicewell is a California-based company that develops food seasoning products enriched with micronutrients. The company focuses on creating ayurvedic and plant-based seasonings, incorporating science-backed formulations that include vitamins and minerals. By infusing healthy organic additions into meals, Spicewell aims to enhance the nutritional value of everyday foods while promoting better health.

mybacs

Series A in 2023
mybacs GmbH is a Swiss company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing microbiome-focused dietary supplements aimed at enhancing digestive health. The company offers a range of products tailored for travelers to various regions, including Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Latin America. Dedicated to innovation, mybacs utilizes research-driven methods to create synbiotic supplements, which combine carefully selected probiotic cultures, prebiotics, vitamins, and minerals. These formulations are designed to meet the specific needs of customers and are free from gluten, lactose, and chemical side effects. By focusing on the human microbiome, mybacs aims to improve daily well-being and provide effective solutions for digestion and related health concerns.

Mosh

Series A in 2023
Mosh is a brain wellness brand offering protein bars for improving brain health. The company's mission is to change the conversation about brain health through food, education, research, and providing the tools for a mind-style lifestyle.

Cure Hydration

Series A in 2023
Cure is a VC-backed hydration brand based in New York City. We’re the only premium hydration brand with a science-backed formula, plant-based ingredients, no added sugar, and 4x the electrolytes of leading sports drinks. The product is based on the World Health Organization's formula for Oral Rehydration Solution that is proven to hydrate as effectively as an IV drip but, unlike other ORS products, the ingredients are non-GMO, sustainably sourced, and have no added sugar. Made with coconut water and pink Himalayan salt, Cure provides everything your body needs for daily hydration and nothing it doesn't. Cure is backed by a medical advisory board that includes Dr. Roshini Raj, Dr. Dana Cohen, and Brooke Alpert and is FSA/HSA Eligible. In just 4 years, Cure has expanded to over 13,000 retail stores nationwide including CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts, and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America at #225 (#10 in Food and Beverage). Cure is a female-founded company, certified Plastic Neutral, and donates a serving for every purchase made to someone in need. Our investors include Lerer Hippeau, Valedor Partners, Rocana Ventures, Beliade, Silas Capital, Litani Ventures, Joyance Partners, Parallel Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Simple Food Ventures, Carly Strife (Founder of BARK), Kathleen King (Founder of Tate's Cookies), Philip Krim (CEO at Casper), Nick Green (CEO at Thrive Market), Nas, Andy Roddick and more.

New School Foods

Seed Round in 2023
New School Foods specializes in developing plant-based seafood alternatives that replicate the texture, flavor, and nutritional benefits of traditional seafood. The company's flagship product is a plant-based filet designed to resemble wild salmon, providing consumers with a similar cooking experience and taste. By offering these whole-muscle seafood substitutes, New School Foods aims to contribute to a more sustainable food system and promote kinder consumption practices.

MeliBio

Pre Seed Round in 2021
MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company that focuses on producing vegan nectar products as a sustainable alternative to traditional honey. Founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich, MeliBio utilizes advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology to create honey without the involvement of bees, thereby addressing concerns related to biodiversity and the environmental impact of commercial beekeeping. The company, headquartered in Oakland, California, aims to provide food producers with molecularly identical nectar alternatives that are healthier and do not rely on bee farming. In 2023, MeliBio expanded its offerings by launching its consumer brand, Mellody, further promoting its innovative approach to honey production. TIME recognized MeliBio's pioneering methodology as one of the Best Inventions of 2021.

mybacs

Seed Round in 2020
mybacs GmbH is a Swiss company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing microbiome-focused dietary supplements aimed at enhancing digestive health. The company offers a range of products tailored for travelers to various regions, including Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Latin America. Dedicated to innovation, mybacs utilizes research-driven methods to create synbiotic supplements, which combine carefully selected probiotic cultures, prebiotics, vitamins, and minerals. These formulations are designed to meet the specific needs of customers and are free from gluten, lactose, and chemical side effects. By focusing on the human microbiome, mybacs aims to improve daily well-being and provide effective solutions for digestion and related health concerns.

Digbi Health

Convertible Note in 2020
Digbi Health, LLC is a healthcare company that provides digital therapeutics services focused on personalized nutrition and wellness. Based in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru, India, and Taguig, Philippines, the company leverages Precision Biology, incorporating genetics, gut microbiome analysis, and continuous glucose monitoring to address food-related health issues such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and mental health conditions. Its platform offers a comprehensive range of health programs, including weight loss diets and personalized food recommendations, supported by an online application that tracks key metrics like stress, energy, and weight. Recently, Digbi Health launched a nationwide virtual clinic to prescribe GLP drugs, enhancing its multi-condition care approach for individuals with multiple chronic conditions. The services are designed to be accessible through employer partnerships and are covered by insurance, promoting sustainable weight management and overall health improvement.

Gourmey

Venture Round in 2019
Gourmey is a cultivated meat company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in producing ethical foie gras derived from duck cells, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional methods that involve force-feeding and slaughter. By cultivating animal cells in a controlled laboratory environment, Gourmey creates meat products that prioritize health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare. The company aims to provide delicious meat options for consumers who are conscious of their choices and seek innovative solutions in the food industry.

Pnoe

Seed Round in 2019
Pnoe is a company that specializes in metabolic analysis through its advanced device that accurately measures various physiological parameters, including metabolic, heart, lung, and cellular fitness. By analyzing breath data, Pnoe enables health professionals to prescribe tailored nutrition and training programs based on individual client needs. This approach helps fitness professionals identify limiting factors in their clients' health and performance, facilitating personalized interventions. Recognized for its rapid growth, Pnoe was ranked as one of the fastest growing companies in the Americas for 2023 by the Financial Times.
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