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Selected · Episode 108 · July 21, 2025

Henrietta Hearth - the alt-protein case at Big Idea

Big Idea Ventures' Henrietta Hearth on Europe's alternative protein market after Beyond Meat, cell-based foie gras, and AI's real role in food R&D.

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About this episode

Henrietta Hearth’s path to venture capital began with a deep interest in nutrition and public health. After realizing the limitations of public health campaigns, she pivoted to the corporate world, launching over 100 products at firms like Danone and L’Oréal. Her transition into venture capital came via an MBA and a desire to drive meaningful change in the food ecosystem, ultimately leading her to Big Idea Ventures where she set up their European operations in Paris.

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