PLANETARIANS
Techstars '17Palo Alto, US · Founded 2013 · 5 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors
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Planetarians develops food technology to produce affordable meat alternatives, drawing on protein chemistry and process engineering to bring products to market. The company operates in the foodtech and alternative protein space.
Founders & leadership
PLANETARIANS was founded in 2013 by Aleh Manchuliantsau.
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Aleh ManchuliantsauinFounder and CEO2013–2025Aleh Manchuliantsau bootstrapped Planetarians, which raised over $10 million from investors including AB InBev and Barilla to develop alternative protein products, and previously founded and scaled multiple companies including 100%FOOD to $5 million and MOBYS to $6 million in revenue with 150 employees.
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Jin-Shan ShieinChief Protein Chemist
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Michael PasztiinCOOMichael Paszti held C-level operations and innovation roles across foodtech, renewable fuels, and electronics manufacturing at companies including Maple Leaf Foods, Carbon Critical, Celestica, and Terrapure Environmental, and currently serves as COO at Planetarians, a meat alternative developer.
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Max BarnthouseChef
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2 people who came through PLANETARIANS went on to found or lead other companies.
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Vegnews10 shared keywordsVegNews is a media company that publishes content on plant-based lifestyle, including a flagship magazine, digital properties, events, and vacations for the vegan and plant-curious audience. The company serves individuals interested in vegan food, culture, and sustainable living.
Beyond Meat9 shared keywordsBeyond Meat creates plant-based protein products, including burgers and other foods designed to provide nutritional value while supporting environmental sustainability and soil regeneration.
Plant Based News9 shared keywordsPlant Based News is a mission-driven media platform covering health, environment, and sustainability topics for conscious consumers. The company reaches approximately 80 million monthly readers through its website, social channels with over 4 million followers, and sponsored content partnerships with aligned brands.
Tastingtable8 shared keywordsTasting Table is a food and beverage media brand that publishes original recipes, dining guides, culinary news, and expert-backed content for home cooks and food enthusiasts. The publication serves a global audience through informative articles, product reviews, celebrity chef interviews, and cultural explorations of cuisine and ingredients.
Amogy7 shared keywordsAmogy develops patented ammonia cracking technology that converts ammonia into electric power for hydrogen fuel cells and engines, targeting decarbonization of heavy industries including transportation and maritime. The company offers modular ammonia-to-power systems and high-efficiency catalysts as alternatives to diesel and hydrogen fuel solutions.
Grubhub6 shared keywordsChicago-based online food ordering and delivery platform, formerly NYSE-listed, now owned by Marc Lore's Wonder Group.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does PLANETARIANS do?
- Planetarians develops food technology to produce affordable meat alternatives, drawing on protein chemistry and process engineering to bring products to market. The company operates in the foodtech and alternative protein space.
- Who founded PLANETARIANS?
- PLANETARIANS was founded by Aleh Manchuliantsau in 2013.
- Who are PLANETARIANS's investors?
- PLANETARIANS's investors include Techstars.
- Where is PLANETARIANS headquartered?
- PLANETARIANS is headquartered in Palo Alto, US.