JLE Truckwash
Grant in 2024
JLE Truckwash is a specialized provider of truck washing services, catering primarily to truckload and grocery distribution centers. They offer a range of services including mobile washing, fixed-site truck washing, public truck washes, and FSMA standard washouts. Their services are designed to ensure efficient and compliant cleaning, particularly for food transportation fleets. They respond to customer inquiries via phone and email.
Oxipital AI
Series C in 2022
Oxipital AI is an AI-enabled machine vision company focused on manufacturing and automation. It provides visual AI solutions that enable real-time insights, improve product quality, and increase throughput by simplifying the deployment of machine vision in robotic process automation and product inspection. The platform supports industries such as food processing, agriculture, and consumer goods production, helping manufacturers leverage data to optimize production workflows and move toward Industry 5.0 with greater resiliency and sustainability. The company originated as Soft Robotics and rebranded to Oxipital AI.
MycoTechnology
Series E in 2022
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that specializes in utilizing fungi-based food-processing platforms to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products. Incorporated in 2013, the company addresses challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries through innovative solutions. One of its key products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the flavor profile of various agricultural offerings. Additionally, MycoTechnology engages in the fermentation of agricultural products using gourmet fungi, producing items such as myceliated chocolate and enhanced coffee beans. The company also develops and licenses technology aimed at naturally improving the flavor characteristics of robusta and arabica coffee, thereby enabling food producers to incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen brand association.
Future Meat Technologies
Series B in 2021
Future Meat Technologies is a Jerusalem-based biotechnology company developing distributive manufacturing technology to produce cultured meat directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise or harvest livestock. Its approach enables meat production through decentralized manufacturing of fat and muscle cells, with the aim of scalable, cost-efficient production and reduced environmental impact.
Oxipital AI
Series B in 2021
Oxipital AI is an AI-enabled machine vision company focused on manufacturing and automation. It provides visual AI solutions that enable real-time insights, improve product quality, and increase throughput by simplifying the deployment of machine vision in robotic process automation and product inspection. The platform supports industries such as food processing, agriculture, and consumer goods production, helping manufacturers leverage data to optimize production workflows and move toward Industry 5.0 with greater resiliency and sustainability. The company originated as Soft Robotics and rebranded to Oxipital AI.
Future Meat Technologies
Convertible Note in 2021
Future Meat Technologies is a Jerusalem-based biotechnology company developing distributive manufacturing technology to produce cultured meat directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise or harvest livestock. Its approach enables meat production through decentralized manufacturing of fat and muscle cells, with the aim of scalable, cost-efficient production and reduced environmental impact.
New Wave Foods
Series A in 2021
New Wave Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in producing and selling plant-based seafood products. The company offers a range of shrimp alternatives, including sautéed, grilled, breaded, and fried options, as well as shrimp tacos and salads. These products are made from sustainably sourced seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors, providing a sustainable and healthier alternative to traditional seafood. New Wave Foods serves customers in the culinary market across the United States, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable seafood.
MycoTechnology
Series D in 2020
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that specializes in utilizing fungi-based food-processing platforms to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products. Incorporated in 2013, the company addresses challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries through innovative solutions. One of its key products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the flavor profile of various agricultural offerings. Additionally, MycoTechnology engages in the fermentation of agricultural products using gourmet fungi, producing items such as myceliated chocolate and enhanced coffee beans. The company also develops and licenses technology aimed at naturally improving the flavor characteristics of robusta and arabica coffee, thereby enabling food producers to incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen brand association.
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.
Future Meat Technologies
Series A in 2019
Future Meat Technologies is a Jerusalem-based biotechnology company developing distributive manufacturing technology to produce cultured meat directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise or harvest livestock. Its approach enables meat production through decentralized manufacturing of fat and muscle cells, with the aim of scalable, cost-efficient production and reduced environmental impact.
New Wave Foods
Venture Round in 2019
New Wave Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in producing and selling plant-based seafood products. The company offers a range of shrimp alternatives, including sautéed, grilled, breaded, and fried options, as well as shrimp tacos and salads. These products are made from sustainably sourced seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors, providing a sustainable and healthier alternative to traditional seafood. New Wave Foods serves customers in the culinary market across the United States, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable seafood.
FoodLogiQ
Series B in 2019
FoodLogiQ, LLC is a technology company based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in supply chain transparency for the food industry. Founded in 2006, it offers a comprehensive suite of software solutions designed to enhance traceability, food safety, and sustainability among food companies and their value chains. FoodLogiQ's platform includes modules for consumer mobile access, product identification, internal and external audits, lab testing, and automation of quality management procedures. The company's products, such as Mange+Monitor, Track+Trace, and Recall+Response, cater to various stakeholders, including growers, packers, shippers, food service companies, grocery retailers, and consumer packaged goods. FoodLogiQ focuses on improving global supply chain visibility, streamlining supplier management, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Its solutions also encompass sustainability initiatives, quality incident management, and blockchain technology. The company operates an additional office in Calgary, Canada, and functions as a subsidiary of Clarkston Consulting, Inc.
Clear Labs
Venture Round in 2019
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.
New Wave Foods
Venture Round in 2019
New Wave Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in producing and selling plant-based seafood products. The company offers a range of shrimp alternatives, including sautéed, grilled, breaded, and fried options, as well as shrimp tacos and salads. These products are made from sustainably sourced seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors, providing a sustainable and healthier alternative to traditional seafood. New Wave Foods serves customers in the culinary market across the United States, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable seafood.
MycoTechnology
Series C in 2019
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that specializes in utilizing fungi-based food-processing platforms to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products. Incorporated in 2013, the company addresses challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries through innovative solutions. One of its key products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the flavor profile of various agricultural offerings. Additionally, MycoTechnology engages in the fermentation of agricultural products using gourmet fungi, producing items such as myceliated chocolate and enhanced coffee beans. The company also develops and licenses technology aimed at naturally improving the flavor characteristics of robusta and arabica coffee, thereby enabling food producers to incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen brand association.
Clear Labs
Venture Round 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.
MycoTechnology
Venture Round in 2018
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that specializes in utilizing fungi-based food-processing platforms to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products. Incorporated in 2013, the company addresses challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries through innovative solutions. One of its key products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the flavor profile of various agricultural offerings. Additionally, MycoTechnology engages in the fermentation of agricultural products using gourmet fungi, producing items such as myceliated chocolate and enhanced coffee beans. The company also develops and licenses technology aimed at naturally improving the flavor characteristics of robusta and arabica coffee, thereby enabling food producers to incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen brand association.
Future Meat Technologies
Seed Round in 2018
Future Meat Technologies is a Jerusalem-based biotechnology company developing distributive manufacturing technology to produce cultured meat directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise or harvest livestock. Its approach enables meat production through decentralized manufacturing of fat and muscle cells, with the aim of scalable, cost-efficient production and reduced environmental impact.
FoodLogiQ
Venture Round in 2018
FoodLogiQ, LLC is a technology company based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in supply chain transparency for the food industry. Founded in 2006, it offers a comprehensive suite of software solutions designed to enhance traceability, food safety, and sustainability among food companies and their value chains. FoodLogiQ's platform includes modules for consumer mobile access, product identification, internal and external audits, lab testing, and automation of quality management procedures. The company's products, such as Mange+Monitor, Track+Trace, and Recall+Response, cater to various stakeholders, including growers, packers, shippers, food service companies, grocery retailers, and consumer packaged goods. FoodLogiQ focuses on improving global supply chain visibility, streamlining supplier management, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Its solutions also encompass sustainability initiatives, quality incident management, and blockchain technology. The company operates an additional office in Calgary, Canada, and functions as a subsidiary of Clarkston Consulting, Inc.
UPSIDE Foods
Venture Round in 2018
UPSIDE Foods, formerly known as Memphis Meats, is a cultivated meat company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berkeley, California. The company specializes in producing real meat, poultry, and seafood directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise and slaughter animals. This innovative approach significantly reduces the resource consumption associated with traditional meat production, requiring less water, land, and energy. UPSIDE Foods aims to offer consumers clean, humane, and sustainable meat products, such as beef meatballs, chicken, and duck, all grown in controlled environments. The company is led by Dr. Uma Valeti, who is committed to transforming the food industry with healthier and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional meat.
UPSIDE Foods
Corporate Round in 2018
UPSIDE Foods, formerly known as Memphis Meats, is a cultivated meat company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berkeley, California. The company specializes in producing real meat, poultry, and seafood directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise and slaughter animals. This innovative approach significantly reduces the resource consumption associated with traditional meat production, requiring less water, land, and energy. UPSIDE Foods aims to offer consumers clean, humane, and sustainable meat products, such as beef meatballs, chicken, and duck, all grown in controlled environments. The company is led by Dr. Uma Valeti, who is committed to transforming the food industry with healthier and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional meat.