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Ruby

San Carlos, US · Founded 2022 · 15 known investors

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Ruby Bio develops biosynthesis technology and scale-up solutions for specialty chemicals, biofuels, and alternative proteins. The company serves manufacturers and food producers seeking sustainable, bio-derived alternatives to traditional chemical and protein sources.

Founders & leadership

Ruby was founded in 2022 by Charlie Silver and Pavan.

CSCharlie Silver
Charlie SilverCEO/Co-founderCo-founder and CEO of Ruby Bio, which develops biosynthesis technology and scale-up solutions for specialty chemicals, biofuels, and alternative proteins.
P
PavanCo-founder
KY
Kevin YanosExecutive
M
MarkExecutive (role not specified)
A
AnaExecutive (role not specified)
H
HarshalExecutive (role not specified)
C
ColinExecutive (role not specified)
PK
Pavan KambamNamed on SEC filing
CS
Charles SilverNamed on SEC filing

Board

VK
Vaibhav KumarBoard director
BR
Brian RigertBoard director

Investors · 15

Also in the syndicate · 4

DFG GroupGlobal Coin ResearchMaverick Global VenturesOcean Foundation

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$13.1M disclosed across 2 of 3 rounds · 2022–2025

▶$8MraisedJun 2025 · 22 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kevin YanosExecutive Officer
  • Vaibhav KumarDirector
  • Pavan KambamExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Charles SilverExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Brian RigertDirector
Offering amount
$9M
Amount sold
$8M
First sale
May 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2022
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$5.1MraisedAug 2023 · 14 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • PAVAN KAMBAMDirector
  • CHARLES SILVERExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$6.5M
Amount sold
$5.1M
First sale
Sep 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2022
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does Ruby do?
Ruby Bio develops biosynthesis technology and scale-up solutions for specialty chemicals, biofuels, and alternative proteins. The company serves manufacturers and food producers seeking sustainable, bio-derived alternatives to traditional chemical and protein sources.
Who founded Ruby?
Ruby was founded by Charlie Silver, Pavan in 2022.
Who are Ruby's investors?
Ruby's investors include Alumni Ventures, Earth Venture Capital, Fusion, Joyance Partners, Kicker Ventures, Social Starts, The Venture Collective, D1 Ventures and 3 more.
How much funding has Ruby raised?
Ruby has disclosed $13.1M raised across 2 of its 3 known rounds.
Where is Ruby headquartered?
Ruby is headquartered in San Carlos, US.