FTW Ventures
Venture capitalSan Francisco · Pre-Seed–Series A · 3 people tracked
Investment thesis
FTW Ventures targets the $12 trillion food and agriculture sectors to address outdated methods, resource depletion, and climate impact. The firm backs disruptive science and technology—from biotechnology and supply chain sensors to automation and demand prediction software—that modernizes food production while preserving natural resources. The investment thesis centers on leveraging 21st-century science and technology to sustainably feed 10 billion people by 2050, creating value for profit, people, and planet.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from the firm's websiteFounder and General Partner of FTW Ventures with expertise in technology and food sectors. Previously led three venture-backed companies to successful exits and held product leadership roles in communication, mobile, social, and AI/ML at both startups and Fortune 500 companies across a 20-year career.
Seasoned entrepreneur with four decades of experience in food and restaurants, co-founder of José Andrés Group and World Central Kitchen. Founded FoodTech Angels to support early-stage technology-driven food companies and advises FTW portfolio companies.
Investor at FTW Ventures focused on climate solutions, sustainable packaging, and health and wellness innovation. Former Senior Associate at Kraft Heinz's Evolv Ventures corporate venture fund, with prior culinary and hospitality management experience.
What they invest in
from 7 of 42 portfolio companiesAgTech ×4Biotech ×4FoodTech ×4AI & Machine Learning ×3Circular Economy ×2SaaS ×2B2B Marketplaces ×1Climate Tech ×1
HQs:United States×2United Kingdom×1
Investments · 42 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathPhytoform Labs develops GM-free genome editing tools and trait engineering technologies for crop improvement, with a focus on potato and tomato varieties. The company works at the intersection of biotechnology and agricultural research to advance sustainable crop breeding.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningBiotechHarpenden, GB
Brilliant Harvest is an AI-powered helpdesk platform designed for equipment dealers that streamlines customer experience through automated technical support, knowledge management, and cross-departmental collaboration.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningSaaS
Remi Schmaltz(CEO and Founder)
Debut combines artificial intelligence and biotechnology to develop novel skincare and haircare ingredients. The company uses an AI discovery platform to decode genomic-level insights and translate them into proprietary molecules and formulations for the beauty industry.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep Tech
FreshFry makes plant-based pods that clean and extend the life of cooking oil in commercial kitchens, keeping food quality high and operations safe. The company diverts restaurant waste from landfills by repurposing food scraps into a sustainable cleaning product for foodservice operators.
Circular EconomyFoodTechLouisville, US
Jeremiah Chapman(Co-Founder & CEO)Jacob Huff(Co-Founder & COO)
Quorum Bio develops genetic engineering tools for precision fermentation, enabling the production of complex natural products using engineered non-model microbes. The company targets the food, beverage, wellness, and agriculture industries with nature-based ingredients and biocontrols to replace synthetic chemicals.
AgTechBiotechFoodTech
Sudharsan Dwarknath, Ph.D(Co-Founder & CEO)Yasuo Yoshikuni, Ph.D(Co-Founder & Advisor)
Spoiler Alert helps businesses with global supply chains reduce food waste and sell surplus inventory, addressing food insecurity and environmental sustainability challenges. The company uses data-driven analytics to maximize profitability while diverting organic waste from landfills.
B2B MarketplacesCircular EconomyClimate TechData & InfrastructureFoodTechLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSBoston, US
Plantible Foods redesigns the food supply chain to advance health for people and the planet. The company operates in the foodtech and agtech sectors.
AgTechBiotechFoodTechImpact & Social Good
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does FTW Ventures invest at?
- FTW Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does FTW Ventures focus on?
- FTW Ventures focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cleantech, Climate Tech, FoodTech.
- Where is FTW Ventures located?
- FTW Ventures is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
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