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Standing Ovation

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Standing Ovation produces animal-free casein, the main protein in milk, using a patented process that replicates the structure and amino acid sequence of cow, goat, or sheep casein without livestock farming. Its casein powder is sold to food-industry manufacturers to make dairy products such as cheese, yogurt, and ice cream, including hybrid and fully plant-based, lactose-free versions with a reduced environmental footprint.

Founders & leadership

RCRomain Chayot
Romain ChayotCo-founder, Board Member & President

Investors · 14

Also in the syndicate · 8

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$34.2M disclosed across 1 of 3 rounds · 2026

Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Standing Ovation do?
Standing Ovation produces animal-free casein, the main protein in milk, using a patented process that replicates the structure and amino acid sequence of cow, goat, or sheep casein without livestock farming. Its casein powder is sold to food-industry manufacturers to make dairy products such as cheese, yogurt, and ice cream, including hybrid and fully plant-based, lactose-free versions with a reduced environmental footprint.
Who founded Standing Ovation?
Standing Ovation was founded by Romain Chayot.
Who are Standing Ovation's investors?
Standing Ovation's investors include Astanor Ventures, Big Idea Ventures, Seventure Partners, Angelor, Bpifrance, PeakBridge VC.
How much funding has Standing Ovation raised?
Standing Ovation has disclosed $34.2M raised across 1 of its 3 known rounds.