Rethink Food

Rethink Food, a venture capital firm, invests in early-stage companies that leverage technology to digitize and decarbonize the food system. It focuses on six verticals: AgTech & Precision Farming, Ingredient Technology, Sustainable Distribution, Packaging Technology, Food As Medicine, and No/Low Waste Tech. The firm seeks to support female-led companies and those with women in C-level roles, aligning with its mission to promote gender diversity and create social impact. Rethink Food invests $2 million to $10 million in late Seed to Series C rounds, targeting companies with $500,000 to $15 million in annual recurring revenue.

Jenny Abramson

Founder and Managing Partner

Amanda Beaudoin

Senior Associate

Joe Garcia

Principal

Matthew Greenfield

Founder and Managing Partner, Rethink Education

Chelsea Morris

Vice President of Platform

Jill Ni

Principal

Jill Ni

Principal

Heidi Patel

Managing Partner

Ebony Pope

Partner

Past deals in Self-improvement

Ignite! Reading

Series B in 2024
Ignite Reading is a literacy tutoring organization that focuses on improving the reading skills of K-8 students through virtual instruction. By partnering with schools and districts across the country, Ignite Reading provides dedicated virtual tutors who are trained in an evidence-based curriculum grounded in the Science of Reading. The tutoring sessions are conducted daily in targeted one-on-one formats lasting 15 minutes, allowing tutors to address each student's unique needs. Baseline assessments and ongoing progress monitoring enable tutors to identify specific decoding gaps, ensuring that lessons are tailored to support the individual development of each student. Through this approach, Ignite Reading aims to accelerate reading progress and enhance comprehension skills among young learners.

Parallel Learning

Series A in 2024
Parallel Learning is a pioneering provider of learning assessments and treatment solutions for students with learning differences. The company focuses on virtual neurodevelopmental assessments and evidence-based instruction and therapy for conditions such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and executive dysfunction. By diagnosing these learning disabilities, Parallel Learning empowers students to understand the root of their challenges and equips them with the necessary resources and strategies to succeed academically. The approach emphasizes building confidence and strength, enabling students to navigate their weaknesses effectively and thrive in the classroom.

Ignite! Reading

Venture Round in 2023
Ignite Reading is a literacy tutoring organization that focuses on improving the reading skills of K-8 students through virtual instruction. By partnering with schools and districts across the country, Ignite Reading provides dedicated virtual tutors who are trained in an evidence-based curriculum grounded in the Science of Reading. The tutoring sessions are conducted daily in targeted one-on-one formats lasting 15 minutes, allowing tutors to address each student's unique needs. Baseline assessments and ongoing progress monitoring enable tutors to identify specific decoding gaps, ensuring that lessons are tailored to support the individual development of each student. Through this approach, Ignite Reading aims to accelerate reading progress and enhance comprehension skills among young learners.

Guild Education

Series C in 2018
Guild Education, Inc. is an educational technology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company provides a lifelong learning platform designed for working adults, offering a range of online courses, workshops, and educational programs. These include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, high school diplomas, certificate programs, and language learning opportunities. Guild Education supports its users throughout their educational journey by utilizing a technology platform that facilitates discovery and learning, as well as a tech-enabled student advising model to enhance the overall experience. The company aims to empower adults to advance their education and career paths effectively.
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