Purple Orange Ventures

Purple Orange Ventures (POV) is a Berlin-based, entrepreneur-led impact seed fund founded in 2012 by Gary Lin. Focused on leveraging science and technology, the fund is dedicated to solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges, specifically aiming to remove animals from the global food system and ensure sustainable food production. POV targets early-stage startups that are pioneering food-tech, agri-tech, and biotech innovations across the globe. POV invests primarily in pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages, with typical investments ranging from €100K to €1.5M. The fund backs mission-driven founders developing technologies in areas such as plant-based foods, lab-grown meat, and sustainable agriculture. Its portfolio includes companies like BLUU Seafood (lab-grown fish), Omni (plant-based pet food), and Change Foods (animal-free dairy). These startups are transforming the food industry by offering sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. In addition to financial backing, Purple Orange Ventures provides its portfolio companies with business development support, operational expertise, and access to a network of industry experts to help accelerate growth and achieve market leadership. The firm’s mission reflects its commitment to creating a more sustainable, animal-free food ecosystem, positioning itself as a leader in the alternative protein and food technology sectors.