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Funding Announcement! 🎉🇨🇭 We are excited to announce PeakBridge’s continued support in BE WTR's CHF 39 million Series C funding round. 🤝 As BE WTR’s first investor back in 2020, we’ve witnessed incredible milestones, including the official launch of their fully automated and circular BiG bottling plant in Paris, B-Corp certification, becoming the water sponsor for Bocuse d'Or, partnering with Accor, and leading the charge in sustainable water solutions.💼 This new investment will help BE WTR scale their circular bottling operations across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia. 🌎 BE WTR's innovative circular bottling system is revolutionizing the industry—bottles are washed, refilled, and reused up to 200 times, drastically reducing waste and emissions. Delivered and collected by electric vehicles, this process ensures a minimal environmental footprint while promoting responsible water consumption. No plastic bottles, just beautifully crafted glass that’s cleaned, filled, and sealed for premium water delivery. ♻️ “Our investments focus on industries where sustainability, innovation, and impact meet. We are proud to renew our commitment to BE WTR, a company disrupting the bottled water industry and democratizing water consumption with a proven business model. By eliminating the need for bottled water and offering sustainable alternatives, BE WTR is setting new global benchmarks for environmental change. Their vision to protect the planet aligns perfectly with ours, and we are excited to support their continued success in transforming a category that needed disruption,” said Erich Sieber, Managing Partner at PeakBridge. At PeakBridge, our mission is to invest in companies that drive meaningful change. BE WTR is a shining example of impact-driven innovation, and together, we are reshaping industries, reducing environmental footprints, and scaling sustainable solutions globally. 🌱 Let’s continue making every drop count! 💧 And here’s a throwback to Mike Hecker’s BE WTR tasting at our 2021 PeakBridge summit in Greece! 📸 #sustainability #impactinvesting #watertech #circulareconomy Startup Nation Central StartLife Edmond de Rothschild The Good Food Institute Sweden Foodtech NC Food Innovation Lab KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub Edible Planet Ventures EIT Food Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Emilia Molin✨ Nadim El Khazen Convent Capital Brune Poirson 

🌟 Innovating Foodtech: Expert Insights on Sustainability and Growth 🌱♻️🚀 As part of the Foodtech Bootcamp Program, we had the privilege of hosting three incredible sessions featuring industry experts who are shaping the future of sustainability and innovation. Here’s a snapshot of their invaluable contributions:   🌱 Sustainability 101 with Shauna Sadowski Shauna Sadowski, a seasoned expert in sustainability with over two decades of experience, delivered an inspiring session on building a more sustainable food system.Drawing from her leadership roles at Improvin', IKEA, Clif Bar & Company, Simple Mills, and General Mills, Shauna shared practical strategies to embed sustainability across the food value chain. Her expertise empowered our cohort with tools to drive meaningful change. 🌟   ⚙️ Scaling Up Foodtech  with Johan Agrell Johan Agrell from Alfa Laval shared thought-provoking presentation on Next-Generation Food and the possibilities of scaling up in the foodtech sector. He highlighted innovations from Alfa Laval’s Food & Water Division, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and advanced technology in building a sustainable and efficient food system. 🌍💡   ♻️ Sustainable Packaging with Lars Palm Lars Palm from Lund University provided valuable insights into the latest regulatory developments in sustainable packaging. His session offered actionable knowledge on navigating regulations and adopting innovative solutions to meet future sustainability goals. 🌿📦   A heartfelt thank you to Shauna, Johan, and Lars for inspiring the next generation of food innovators with tools, insights, and practical strategies to transform the foodtech landscape! 💚   #Sustainability #FoodtechBootcamp #Innovation #ScalingUp #FoodTech #SmiLeVentureHub #Leadership #FutureOfFood #SmiLeCommunity #Improvin' #AlfaLaval #LundUniversity #StartupsInSweden  

🌟 FoodTech Innovation: Bridging Sustainability and Growth 🌱🚀 Reposting this incredible highlight from the FoodTech Bootcamp Program, where industry leaders shared their invaluable expertise. As someone deeply invested in sustainable innovation, I found these sessions truly inspiring: 1️⃣ Sustainability 101 with Shauna Sadowski Shauna’s ability to connect strategy with actionable insights for embedding sustainability across the food value chain is a game-changer. Her experience from companies like IKEA and Clif Bar resonated deeply with me, especially her focus on systems-wide transformation. 2️⃣ Scaling Up Foodtech with Johan Agrell Johan’s emphasis on collaboration and next-gen technology from Alfa Laval truly underlines how scaling innovation can drive systemic impact. It’s a reminder of the vital role partnerships play in building an efficient, sustainable food system. 3️⃣ Sustainable Packaging with Lars Palm Packaging is such a critical yet complex piece of the puzzle. Lars brought much-needed clarity on navigating regulations and adopting forward-thinking solutions to meet sustainability goals. 💡 My Takeaway: Sustainability isn’t just an add-on—it’s the foundation of future-proofing the foodtech industry. Sessions like these are essential for equipping startups and innovators with the right tools to make impactful change. A huge thank you to Shauna, Johan, and Lars for inspiring us to keep pushing boundaries! 💚 How do you see sustainability shaping the future of foodtech? #Sustainability #FoodTech #Innovation #ScalingUp #FutureOfFood #SmiLeCommunity #Leadership #Collaboration

Forward Fooding presents FoodTech 500 for AgriFoodTech Companies The FoodTech 500 is the world’s first list of entrepreneurial talent at the intersection between food, technology and sustainability. Their mission is to raise the public profile of FoodTech, and give visibility to the most innovative companies in the sector, showcasing their efforts in tackling the challenges in the sector. Benefits: ✅ Industry Prestige: Gain recognition as one of the top players in the AgriFoodTech industry. ✅ Global Exposure: Access a vast network of industry stakeholders (20K+ industry contacts), including C-level Executives at Fortune 500 F&B companies, international investors and government representatives among others. ✅ Showcase Awesomeness: Be featured on the official FoodTech 500 website and the Official White Paper, putting your brilliance on display for the world to see, with over 350K+ downloaded reports on their website. ✅ Highly-curated Industry Events: Get the opportunity to be a speaker or exhibitor at international gatherings, conferences, and meetups, where you’ll get to network with the best innovators and industry experts out there. Apply https://lnkd.in/eMP64QU #entrepreneurship #triiftafrica #smallbusinesses #businessloans #loanapps #businessmoney #businessfunds #businessgrowth #businesscommunity #thrivewithtriiftafrica #supportsmallbusiness #smallbusinesstips

The 100+ Accelerator is committed to finding solutions for some of the most pressing environmental and social challenges of our time and to do business the right way, not the easy way. Over the past years, our program has accelerated 148 companies in 38+ countries. These startups have developed a myriad of innovative solutions and services to address critical sustainability challenges in corporate supply chains: water stewardship, circular economy, sustainable agriculture, climate action, inclusive growth, health and wellness and biodiversity. Sustainability is a top priority for us. Not only on #WorldNatureConservationDay but every day 🌏 AB InBev The Coca-Cola Company Colgate-Palmolive Danone Unilever #Sustainability #100Accelerator #NatureConservation

Hats off to PepsiCo for this idea - as they're putting some proper investment into start-ups as part of the Greenhouse Accelerator Program. The strategy offers mentorship, funding, and access to PepsiCo's network, accelerating the growth of participating start-ups while potentially benefiting from their cutting-edge solutions. Full story in Food Digital from Kitty Wheeler Antonio E., Senior Vice President of Emerging Business for PepsiCo Foods North America:  "With access to quality mentorship, resources and a platform designed for growth, this programme not only supports the expansion of these innovative ventures but also brings forth products that meet consumers' evolving tastes for unique and dynamic offerings, driving forward both their success and industry innovation as a whole." Daniel Grubbs, Global Chief Venturing & Investment Officer and Head of PepsiCo Ventures Group:  "By leveraging the deep expertise within our organisation, including the invaluable guidance from our PepsiCo mentors, we are helping to identify and foster the success of these great entrepreneurs and companies." #Food #Beverage #SupplyChain #Sustainability https://lnkd.in/eWu55mPc

🌟 Exciting News! Circular Powder Selected for Two Prestigious Accelerator Programs! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that last month Circular Powder was selected as one of only 50 startups to join the prestigious EIT Food Seedbed Incubator! 🎉 At the same time, we have also been selected for the OIST Innovation accelerator program, amplifying our global presence and impact. Our mission to innovate and create sustainable solutions in the food & beverage industry has taken a significant leap forward. As part of these programs, we will be transforming residues and surplus production from each region into functional powders, adding value and reducing waste. 🌱✨ Our Three Core Pillars: - 🔄 Circularity: We are committed to reducing food waste and upcycling byproducts that would otherwise be discarded. - 💪 Health: Our products harness the functional properties of local ingredients, removing negative side effects (like alcohol in wine). - 🌿 Diversification: Starting with wine and shikwasa, we aim to blend the Okinawan and Mediterranean diets to create Blue-Zone longevity powders and products. Our motto: Think Global, Act Local - 🌎 Our diverse team is proudly located in Argentina, Spain, and Japan, working together to make a global impact. We’re incredibly grateful for these opportunities and look forward to collaborating with experts and fellow innovators in the agri-food sector. A big thank you to EIT Food and OIST Innovation for their support and for believing in our vision. Stay tuned for updates on our progress and exciting developments! #EITFood #SeedbedIncubator #CircularPowder #Sustainability #Innovation #Winemaking #Upcycling #CircularEconomy #AgriFood #EcoFriendly #WineIndustry #BlueZone #Longevity #GlobalTeam #OIST #Okinawa #MediterraneanDiet

Fuel your growth with NZFIN's innovation hubs. Ready to bring your food or beverage business to the next level? Our hubs across New Zealand give you access to expertise, cutting-edge technology, and tailored support. Whether you’re perfecting a recipe, scaling up production, or preparing for export, we’re here to support your next big step—no matter your business size. 📩 DM us to find out how our hubs can power your growth!

I recently attended and spoke at Future Food-Tech San Francisco with leading investors, startups and food companies. This year's event focused on strengthening sustainable and nutritious food systems in the context of a tough macro environment for innovation. Here are four of my key takeaways: 1. Sustainability alone doesn't sell 2. Offer consumers "what they want" AND "what they need" 3. Novel foods are focused on nutrition 4. Investors reset expectations Read more in my blogpost below. Thanks, Chloe Nunn and team for another great conference!

How open innovation is revolutionizing the food industry? The food industry is at a crucial turning point. It faces significant challenges such as: ✅ sustainability, ✅ changing consumer expectations, ✅ the need for rapid innovation. To address these issues, it must reinvent its practices. Open Innovation has emerged as a key solution, providing companies new ways to collaborate and innovate. 3 reasons to download our Open Innovation study: 1️⃣ Understand industry trends Gain detailed insights into how food companies adopt Open Innovation to tackle current challenges. 2️⃣Discover best practices Get inspired by industry leaders who leverage collaboration with external partners to innovate more quickly and effectively. 3️⃣Identify transformation levers Find concrete solutions to accelerate innovation within your company and stay competitive in a constantly evolving environment. Download our study to learn more about Open Innovation and the best practices adopted by the global food industry: https://lnkd.in/epVHCp74 Thank you to our partner @SprintProject!