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Corpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E14 ] Animal feed from CO2-to-Protein and insects"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Virginia Emery, Pete Rowe and Alex Zox highlighted key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for emerging players.. 1) Virginia Emery ➜ Co-Founder and CEO of Beta Hatch: http://betahatch.com/ 2) Pete Rowe ➜ CEO & Co-founder of Deep Branch Biotechnology: https://deepbranchbio.com/ 3) Alex Zox ➜ Brand Strategy and Business Development in Food & B...2020-12-2245 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E15 ] How can next gen proteins fit in our diet?"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" In a dynamic and insightful discussion hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Theresa “Sam” Houghton, Trained Health Coach, a next gen proteins content strategist and marketer, who runs the platform GreenGut Wellness, Vi Nguyen, ESG, sustainability & investment specialist, Research Director at Asia Research & Engagement, and Marina Schmidt, creator and host of Red to Green Solutions, highlighted key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for emer...2020-12-1854 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E15 ] Legit problem-solvers in the next gen proteins space“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” Astonishing developments in the next gen proteins space... Join Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows Rosie Wardle, Senior Advisor at the Coller foundation, and Viral Shukla, Food Scientist, Technologist and Activist, hosts two passionate game-changers in the next gen proteins space: Darko Mandich, CEO at Melibio, mission-driven startup in Silicon Valley, focused on transformative innovation in plant-based honey; and Anton Pluschke, Head of Research and Development at VlyFoods, a mission-driven startup in Berlin, focused on transformative innovation in plan...2020-12-1859 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E14 ] Cheese, please!“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” Seeking a delicious cheese-like experience? Join Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows Alan Ramos, an entrepreneur with extensive experience in startup incubation and acceleration, Founder at Libre Foods, and Dheeraj Talreja, President of AAK in India, hosts a passionate game-changer in the next gen proteins space: Kobi Rege, Founder and CEO of Pleese Foods. . On the STARTUPS side: 1) ➜ PLEESE FOODS: https://www.pleesefoods.com/ ➜ Presented by Kobi Rege, Founder...2020-12-1850 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E13] Cutting-edge next gen food“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” Watch mind blowing initiatives in the next gen proteins space with Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows Vi Nguyen, ESG, sustainability & investment specialist, Research Director at Asia Research & Engagement, and Ahmed Kahn, a Biologist passionate about food of the future and founder of CellAgri, hosts two passionate game-changers in the next gen proteins space: Shraddah Bhansali, a Sustainability Entrepreneur, Founder of Candy & Green + Candy Club| Forbes 30 under 30, 2018, Co-Founder of Evo Foods; and Brett Thompson, Co-Founder and...2020-12-1852 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E13 ] What’s ahead in next gen proteins?"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" What is coming down the pipeline as it pertains to next gen foods, specifically those mimicking legacy, animal-based products? Hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists MJ Kinney, Food Scientist specializing in plant-based product development, Nick Cooney, Founder and Managing Partner at Lever VC, and Christine Gould, Founder and CEO of Thought For Food, highlighted key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for emerging players. .2020-12-1856 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E12] Amazing women in the next gen proteins space“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” Entrepreneurs in the next gen proteins space join to shed light to some of our main concerns. Listen Tommaso Di Bartolo, along with industry fellows Elif Ceylan and Naomi Canty, talking to Virginia Emery, Entomologist, Founder and CEO of Beta Hatch; and Carrie Chan,Co-Founder and CEO of Avant Meats. . On the STARTUPS side: 1) ➜ BETA HATCH: http://betahatch.com/ ➜ Presented by Virginia Emery 2) ➜ AVANT MEATS: https://www.avantmeats.com/ ➜ Presen...2020-12-1751 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E11 ] Game-changes in next gen food"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Esra Serbes, an entrepreneur, biologist, founder of Naturansa and Funa Foods, Jonathan Netzky, COO and “acting CEO” of Local Alternative Foods / NexVeg, Hector Jimenez, Co-founder and director at Nutrinsectos elevate the discussion to new levels. 1) Esra Serbes ➜ An entrepreneur, biologist, founder of Naturansa and Funa Foods 2) Jonathan Netzky ➜ COO and “acting CEO” of Local Alternative Foods / NexVeg 3) Hector Jimenez ➜ Co-founder and director at Nu...2020-12-1755 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E12 ] Eating lower in the food chain"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" Why should we all consider eating lower in the food chain? Hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Jeremiah Ridenour, Serial Entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of Whole Cane, Inc., Seth Tibbott, Founder and Chairman of The Tofurky Company and Author of In Search of the Wild Tofurky, and Joar Nilssen, Entrepreneur and Expert in Next Gen Proteins, Smart-farming, Food & Agtech Innovations, highlighted key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities...2020-12-1657 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E9] Edible insects in the mainstream and an inspiring mission“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” Watch entrepreneurs focused on new developments that can be the answer to solve many health issues as well as problems related to the conventional food-supply chain, including global water, land, and energy deficits. Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows, Josh Galt, Food Product Market Developer and Insect Protein Expert, and Adelmo Dr. Marie Brueser, Thought For Food Community Manager, hosts two passionate entrepreneurs in next gen proteins from insects: Sarah Schlafly, Co-Founder and CEO of Mighty Cricket, and Hect...2020-12-1659 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E9 ] Smart-sourced protein"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" Hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Maija Itkonen, Co-Founder and CEO of Golden and Green Foods, Sarah Schlafly, Co-Founder and CEO of Mighty Cricket, and Alejandro Ortega, Co-Founder and CEO of Sibö, highlight key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for emerging players. . 1) Maija Itkonen  ➜ Co-Founder and CEO of Gold&Green Foods  ➜ GOLD&GREEN FOODS...2020-12-1047 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E8 ] Groundbreaking tech in next gen proteins"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" What expectations can we set for the future in the next gen proteins space? Watch bright abundant thinkers sharing their intel on this insightful discussion hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Raavee Shanker,Co-Founder and Director of Asia Insect Farm Solutions, and Florence Leong, Founder and Director at Kosmode Health Singapore Pte Ltd, highlight key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for emerging players. .2020-12-1046 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E7 ] Delicious and intriguing food“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” Willing to try edible insects? Up for a full breakfast on the go? Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows, Joar Nilssen, Startup Analyst | Agri & Food Innovations, Brian West, member of the board of advisors at international foodservice manufacturers association, hosts two passionate game changers in alt-protein: Alejandro Ortega, CEO and Co-Founder at Sibö, and Adrian Massey, Cereal Entrepreneur, Food Consultant, Public Speaker, Editorial Writer, Founder and Managing Director at C’go Drinks. . On the STA...2020-12-1029 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E8] Forward-looking food“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” Watch game-changers focused on challenging the status quo. Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows, MJ Kinney, Food Product Development Scientist and Plant-Based Protein Expert, and Adelmo Monsalve-Gonzalez, Scientist, Researcher, Associate & Partner at CJB and Associates, LLC, hosts two passionate game changers in next gen proteins: Maija Itkonen, CEO and Co-Founder at Golden & Green Foods Ltd., and Dan Riegler, Co-Founder at Karana. . On the STARTUPS side:  1)   ➜ Golden & G...2020-12-0846 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E5 ] Next gen food and animal feed from insects"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" What are some of the potentially most promising developments in the next gen proteins space ahead in food and animal feed? Watch bright abundant thinkers sharing their intel on this insightful discussion hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, experts and influencers of global reach, Alex Drysdale, TEDx talker, founder of Crik Nutrition and co-founder of hi!, Marina Rubio Benito, Biotechnologist, PhD Student specialized in fish nutrition and physiology, and Martin Zorrilla, CTO of Nutrition Technologies, explore key aspects...2020-12-0845 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E4 ] Groundbreaking waste-to-protein“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” What if “waste” is turned into delicious protein? Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows, Elaine Simon, expert and influencer in the food industry in various categories in retail grocery and manufacturing, Navneet Neora, food engineer with a PhD from Indian Institute of & IT, hosts entrepreneur Thiago Rosolem, co-founder and CEO of Sottile Alimentos, a groundbreaking plant-based and waste to protein initiative in Brazil. .    On the STARTUPS side:    1)  &nb...2020-12-0729 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E3] Next gen proteins in the mainstream"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" What makes a legit problem-solver in the next gen proteins space? Watch passionate entrepreneurs sharing their intel on this flavorful discussion hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures: Navneet Deora, food engineer with a PhD from Indian Institute of & IT, Tony Martens, Co-Founder of Plantible Foods, and Elaine Simon, expert and influencer in the food industry in various categories in retail grocery and manufacturing, answer. . 1) Navneet Deora ➜ Food engineer ...2020-11-2532 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E4 ] More is more in next gen proteins"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" Hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, experts and influencers of global reach, Einav Gefen, Corporate Executive Chef at Unilever Food Solutions, North America, Jinesh Shah, serial entrepreneur, YCombinator-Alum, advisor and mentor to several Alt-Protein startups, and Denis Chereau, CEO of Improve, Europe’s first research and development platform dedicated to next gen proteins, elevate the discussion to new levels. . 1) Jinesh Shah  ➜ YCombinator-Alum   2) Denis Chereau  2020-11-2435 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E3] Waste-to-protein and next gen edible insects“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” . Can we feed emerging economies with what was doomed to go to waste? Watch Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows, Paulo Silveira, founder and CEO of FoodTech Hub in Brazil, Navneet Deora, food engineer with a PhD from Indian Institute of & IT, and entrepreneurs George Thorpe, CEO and co-founder of MagProtein, West Africa’s first waste to protein initiative, and Kevin Wu, CEO and founder of ento, a startup in Malaysia, that rolls out protein from i...2020-11-2442 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E2] Two worlds in next gen foods"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" Next gen proteins have gone mainstream, but how can they fit in our diet? Check the answer watching this delicious conversation hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Paul Shapiro, four-time TEDx speaker, best-seller, entrepreneur and CEO of The Better Meat Co., Christopher Kong, co-founder, head of business development of Better Nature, Ltd., and serial entrepreneur Dror Tamir, Co-Founder & CEO at Hargol. . 1) Paul Shapiro ➜ CEO of The Better Meat Co. ...2020-11-1137 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E1] Startling upcoming next gen proteins"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets" In a dynamic and insightful discussion hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Ron Shigeta, PhD, an expert, early investor in alt-proteins, Walt Duflock, SVG venture executive innovation leader, and Joshua Nixon, co-founder and CTO of Prime Roots, highlight a broad range of next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for entrepreneurs in the industry. . 1) Ron Shigeta  ➜ PhD, an expert, early investor in alt-proteins.  2) Walt Du...2020-10-3035 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E1] Tempeh in the mainstream & next gen seafood“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” . What are some of the main problems in the food system that next gen proteins startups are genuinely keen to solve? In this episode, hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, watch industry fellows, Neel Vora, VC, PE, LP, Strategic Investments & Corporate Finance, Israel Rossi, Strategic Pricing Analytics at JBS, the largest (by sales) meat processing company on earth, entrepreneurs Christopher Kong, Co-Founder and Head of Business Development of Better Nature, Ltd., and Jacek Prus, Co-Founder and CEO of K...2020-10-2840 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E11] - Food service evolution and Edible Insects in the next gen proteins space“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” . Game-changers present purposeful initiatives in next gen food. Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellows MJ Kinney, Food Product Development Scientist, an expert in Food & Beverage Industry and next gen proteins, and Nathan Preteseille, Consultant in Agriculture and Food ASEAN and Europe, hosts two passionate entrepreneurs in the next gen proteins space: Esra Serbes, Entrepreneur, Biologist, founder of Naturansa and Funa Foods; and Jonathan Netzky, Engineer, food production expert and Co-Founder/CEO of Local Alternative Foods and...2020-10-2051 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | Ep.10] Algae and insects in the next gen proteins space“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” . Groundbreaking science and tech nurturing innovation in the next gen space. Watch Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellow, Ron Shigeta, PhD, Scientist, Advisor and Investor in FoodTech, hosts two passionate entrepreneurs in the next gen proteins space: Jeff Banas, a Biochemist with extensive experience in enzymes, DNA and molecular research, Co-Founder at Sun Coast Naturals, an inventive food ingredient company that produces clean, natural, healthy, and sustainable next gen protein ingredients; and Raavee Shanker, Co-Founder of Asia...2020-10-0843 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E10 ] A promising path ahead for the food system"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets"      In a dynamic and insightful discussion moderated by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Dan Riegler, Co-Founder and CEO of Karana, Brian West, Accomplished Chef and Board of Advisors at IFMA, and Daniela Arias, Co-Founder and COO of Sibö, highlighted key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for emerging players. . 1) Daniela Arias  ➜ Co-Founder & COO at Sibö: http...2020-10-0246 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E6] Inspiring next gen food“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” . What makes an extraordinary value proposition in the next gen proteins space? Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, along with industry fellow, David Benzaquen, Consultant and investor for plant-based food companies, hosts two passionate game changers in alt-protein: Florence Leong, Founder, Director at Kosmode Health Singapore Pte Ltd., and Griffin Spolansky, co-founder and CEO of Mezcla. . On the STARTUPS side: 1) ➜ KOSMODE HEALTH SINGAPORE: http://kosmodehealth.com/  ➜ Presented by Florence Leong, C...2020-09-2236 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E7] How can next gen food fit in our diet?"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets"   In a dynamic and insightful discussion moderated by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, panelists Sujala Balaji, food scientist, an early entrepreneur in alt-proteins, Shardul Dabir, innovation specialist at GFI India, and Kabir Chowdhury, animal nutritionist and nature believer, highlighted key aspects of sustainability, nutrition and innovation on next gen proteins as well as opportunities and challenges ahead for emerging players.   . 1) Sujala Balaji  ➜ Food scientist, an early entrepreneur in alt-proteins.  ...2020-09-2147 minCorpor8Corpor8[Virtual Coffee | S2:E6] Next gen proteins have gone mainstream"Virtual Coffee, a curated panel of industry fellows that discuss how to future-proof traditional markets"  Hosted by Tommaso Di Bartolo, founding partner of Awesm Ventures, experts and influencers of global reach, Andrew Ive, Founder and GP of Big Idea Ventures, Jeff Banas, a Biochemist with extensive experience in enzymes, DNA and molecular research, and Kati Ohens, CEO and Co-Founder of Plantcraft, explore sustainability, nutrition and entrepreneurship in food of the future related topics. . 1) Kati Ohens ➜ Co-founder and CTO of Plantcraft ➜ PLANTCRAFT: https://plantcraft.com/ 2...2020-08-0642 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E5] Alternative Protein brought you by SiliconVal.ly and Awesm Ventures“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows” In this episode, we focused on the topic of next-gen protein and we had a tremendous line up of entrepreneurs and industry fellows: .  On the STARTUPS side:  1) NUTRITION TECHNOLOGIES: https://www.nutrition-technologies.com | Presented by Martin Zorrilla, CTO  Nutrition Technologies offers sustainable insect-based solutions to support the global food supply chain.  The company produces high quality protein and oil for the animal feed and pet food sector and uses their co-products to form...2020-07-2145 minCorpor8Corpor8[Topfloor | S2:E2] Alternative Protein brought you by SiliconVal.ly and Awesm Ventures“Topfloor, where handpicked startups present sector-specific innovations to a jury of industry fellows”. In this episode, we focused on the topic of next-gen protein and we had a tremendous line up of entrepreneurs and industry fellows: . On the STARTUPS side:  1) PRIMEROOTS: https://www.primeroots.com | Presented by Joshua Nixon, Co-Founder and CTO. Prime Roots (formerly Terramino Foods) is revolutionizing protein. Using fungi superprotein as the base of our delicious high protein products that are good for you and the world. The company's roots start at UC Berkeley in the...2020-07-2136 min