Investment thesis
Big Idea Ventures runs accelerator programmes and invests in alternative proteins, cultivated and cell-based foods, sustainable ingredients, precision fermentation and agricultural innovation. Companies entering its five-month programme receive $200K, split between cash and in-kind support, with follow-on investment up to $3.5M. It operates from New York, Paris and Singapore, and pairs capital with in-house food scientists, scale-up help and corporate and government networks.
Past investments
| Company | Round | Date | Round size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standing Ovation Paris, France | Series B | Apr 2026 | €30M |