Lewis & Clark AgriFood
Growth equitySt. Louis · Series A–Late Stage · 2 people tracked
Also known as LEWIS & CLARK EQUITY PARTNERS, LLC
Investment thesis
Lewis & Clark AgriFood provides growth capital to market leaders improving how the world produces and consumes food. Acting as business builders, the firm leverages domain expertise and an industry partner network to support companies across four verticals: applied AI and discovery science across the agri-food value chain; food technology spanning functional ingredients, processing, and packaging; supply chain innovation including logistics, advanced materials, distribution, and digital traceability; and plant science and animal health covering feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, crop technologies, and biological inputs. Its team combines industry leaders, scientists, and founders with a track record of building transformative companies.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 25, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 2 of 4 portfolio companiesNew Materials ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1Circular Economy ×1Cleantech ×1Climate Tech ×1Construction Tech ×1
HQs:United States×4
Investments · 4 tracked
founders shown can be your intro path
Charlottesville, US
Ameer Hamza Shakeel(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Payam Pourtaheri(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inDavid Reese Blackwell III(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Yelda ?nal(Director)
BoardCarl M. Casale(Director)inRobert Fraley(Director)in
Co-investorsCavallo VenturesOspraie Ag ScienceZebra Impact Ventures
Digital infrastructure platform providing business intelligence, workflow solutions, and financial tools across the grain and agriculture value chain.
Fargo, US
Jake Joraanstad(Executive Officer)Ralf Mehnert-Meland(Executive Officer)Eric Flyen(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsGermin8 VenturesContinental Grain Company
Lingrove designs and manufactures Ekoa, a bio-based composite material made from flax and plant resins used as wall protection, wall coverings, ceilings, and millwork for hospitality, healthcare, and workplace interiors, as well as automotive interior applications.
CleantechConstruction TechNew MaterialsSan Rafael, US
Joseph Luttwak(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardTalley Goodson(Director)Thomas Crow(Director)Stephen P. Welker(Director)
Co-investorsBoro CapitalCool Climate CollectiveDiamond Edge VenturesSoundboard Venture Fund
NFW (Natural Fiber Welding) develops plant-based, plastic-free materials including a leather alternative (MIRUM), engineered textiles (CLARUS), footwear outsoles (PLIANT), and biobased foam (TUNERA) for use by fashion, footwear, and consumer brands.
Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyClimate TechNew MaterialsPeoria, US
Luke Haverhals(Founder and Chemist)inSteve Zika(CEO and Co-founder)Rob Salter(CFO)Robert E. Turner(Director)Rob Goldman(Executive Officer)Chad Stamper(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsCommunity Development Venture Capital AllianceEthos VCScrum VenturesAiiM PartnersAscendo VenturesBMW i Ventures+4 more
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Lewis & Clark AgriFood invest at?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood invests at the Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What is Lewis & Clark AgriFood's typical check size?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood typically writes checks of $2M – $10M.
- What sectors does Lewis & Clark AgriFood focus on?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Climate Tech, FoodTech, Logistics & Supply Chain, New Materials.
- Where is Lewis & Clark AgriFood located?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood is headquartered in St. Louis, US.
- Does Lewis & Clark AgriFood lead rounds?
- Yes, Lewis & Clark AgriFood leads investment rounds.
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