Michael Berolzheimer 
We are thrilled to announce that Jed Dean has joined Bee Partners as a Venture Partner, marking a pivotal step forward in our mission to support the growth and success for inception-stage startups. With his deep expertise in AI, biotech, and go-to-market strategies, Jed will play a critical role in driving value for our portfolio … Read more
By Kira Noodleman, host of Pathfinders Navigating Deep Tech and AI-Driven Solutions In the latest episode of Pathfinders, we dive into the transformative world of autonomous software with Nima Keivan, CEO of Durable. Nima shares his journey of creating a platform that allows anyone—even those with no programming experience—to build, deploy, and modify custom software … Read more
Bee Partners, a pre-seed venture capital firm with offices in Silicon Valley and Denver, today announced the promotion of Austin Grisham to Principal, Portfolio & Firm Operations. This move underlines Bee Partners as an established manager with Austin’s recent contributions in portfolio and firm support. Austin joined Bee Partners in 2022 after spending three years … Read more
By Kira Noodleman, host of Pathfinders How important is it to choose the right technology and right partners? Join host Kira Noodleman and guest Shely Aronov as they navigate the intricate landscape of DeepTech innovation in the latest episode of Pathfinders. They delve into the challenges and triumphs of DeepTech entrepreneurship, highlighting the unique obstacles … Read more
The Frontier Curve has been part of how we think at Bee Partners for nearly a decade. Today, August 13, 2024, it became an officially registered service mark.
By Kira Noodleman, host of Pathfinders What about the agriculture industry makes farmers a uniquely difficult target customer? In the world of deep tech, innovation isn’t just about having a groundbreaking idea. It requires a meticulous approach, strategic partnerships, and an unwavering vision of future market needs. This philosophy shines through in the inspiring story … Read more
Recently, we had the opportunity to discuss the keys to building a successful AI startup with Tim Smith and Joel Hladecek, the team behind Red Sky Interactive, a pioneering design agency from the 1990s. The conversation revolved around the concept of “True Use” and its critical importance in the development of revolutionary technologies. Red Sky’s … Read more
In the realms of technology and artificial intelligence, we’re witnessing a profound shift in human-machine interaction driven by Generative AI (Gen AI). This paper explores historical platform shifts, the unique nature of Gen AI, and the New Work Anatomy it proposes. It also addresses the technical foundations, opportunities, and risks associated with Gen AI, emphasizing that machines can now be true collaborative partners rather than mere tools.
When we first met the New Culture team in 2019, they were part of IndieBio’s groundbreaking startup program in San Francisco. Their mission was clear: lead the global transition to an animal-free, sustainable dairy future. Their first product: melty, stretchy, animal-free mozzarella. Their first market: the $50bn US pizzeria market. Like all of the startups … Read more
In a recent series by CNBC that covers innovative ClimateTech companies, InnerPlant was selected for the spotlight due its ability to reduce waste in the Agriculture Industry. Founded in 2018, Shely Aronov and Rod Kumimoto have thus far raised over $22M in funding from investors such as Bee Partners, Bison Ventures, MS&AD, UpWest, and John Deere. … Read more