Paulig | PINC

corporate vcCo-investsLeads rounds

◆ Check Size

$0.2M→$1.0M

◆ Location

Finland

◆ Portfolio

13 companies

◆ Activity

Statusactively investing

◆ Links

Website ↗

◆ Investment Thesis

Early stage investments in the future of food with high degree of innovation in Taste, Health, Sustainability or Availability

◆ About Paulig

PINC is the corporate venture capital arm of Paulig, investing in pre-seed and seed-stage startups across the agrifood value chain to foster a sustainable food system. They focus on innovations that improve planetary health, diet, agriculture, food security, ingredients, and climate tracking, prioritizing societal, strategic, and financial impact. PINC takes a hands-on approach, offering operational support, network access, and potential collaboration with Paulig.

◆ Sectors

FoodtechAgtechAlternative ProteinCPG & BeveragesSustainable Materials

◆ Stages

pre-seedseed

◆ Geography Focus

EuropeNordics

◆ Team

Name	Title	Role	Links
Rosemari Herrero	Senior Investment Manager	Senior
Marika King	Head of PINC	Head	in 𝕏

◆ Notable Investments

MycoverseBlueRedGoldGlenntexScindoRainbow CropsElanitiOlsAroAmateraImprovinWinWinEvodia BioFor Real FoodsMelt & MarbleKaffe Bueno

◆ Traits

Leads rounds

Co-invests

◆ FAQ

What does PINC invest in?

PINC invests in Foodtech, Agtech, Alternative Protein, CPG & Beverages and Sustainable Materials at the pre-seed and seed stages.

Which geographies does PINC focus on?

PINC focuses on Europe and Nordics, and is headquartered in Finland.

What is PINC's typical check size?

PINC typically writes checks of $0.2M to $1M.