Bee Partners Welcomes Jed Dean as Venture Partner

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

Pathfinders – Ep. 2: Technology Not Searching for a Problem

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

Pathfinders – Ep. 1: Building a Minimum Viable Ecosystem

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

New Culture ♥ Mozzarella

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

CNBC Spotlight on InnerPlant: Tech that Talks to Plants

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

Navigating the Pre-Series A Marathon

Investor interactions can be a treasure trove of knowledge for refining your pitch. Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the Founder and CEO of Pow.bio, Shannon Hall, to learn about the ins and outs of raising early-stage capital. We delved into her story, and how her unique experiences taught her many lessons … Read more

Unleashing Dormant Fermentation Capacity

What is biocapacity and why is it generating a massive problem to solve within the Synthetic Biology industry? Today, we’re featuring a deeper dive into the world of fermentation with the Co-Founder and CTO of Izote Biosciences, Victor Reyes-Umaña. Victor shared his journey from meeting his Co-Founder Sam at a café to developing the cutting-edge … Read more

Revolutionary Bioluminescent Plants

What about the agriculture industry makes farmers a uniquely difficult target customer? Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the Co-Founder and CEO of InnerPlant, Shely Aronov, to learn about the future of seed technology and agricultural sustainability. We discussed the need for low-risk, consistent solutions for farmers, shedding light on the challenges … Read more

From I-Corps Program to Founder

Will we ever witness a world where incredible innovations will not have to compete with each other for scale? Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the Co-Founder and CEO of Pow.bio, Shannon Hall, to learn about fermentation and modern manufacturing. We discussed the need for capacity and data in driving efficient processes, … Read more

Redesigning Cell Function

How can we solve the scale-up dilemma with traditional, aerobic fermentation processes? Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the CEO of Izote Biosciences, Victor Reyes-Umaña, to explore a revolution, quietly unfolding, that is reshaping how we produce everything from natural products to groundbreaking proteins. If any of the above questions piqued your … Read more