Like food innovators creating cultured protein for human consumption, biotech startup Wild Earth is developing clean high-protein pet foods that are healthier, better for the environment, and more humane than conventional products. Wild Earth is built by pioneers in cellular agriculture led by chief science officer Ron Shigeta, Ph.D., an experienced business team led by chief executive officer Ryan Bethencourt, and Dr. Ernie Ward, known as 'America's Pet Advocate.' Investors include VegInvest, Felicis Ventures, Mark Cuban (Radical Investments), Mars Petcare, Stray Dog Capital, Founders Fund, and Thiel Capital.
Date | Amount | Type | Investors | Valuation |
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05/22/19 | $11,000,000 | Series A |
Bits X Bites Felicis Ventures Founders Fund Mark Cuban Mars Petcare P.O.V. Vectr Ventures VegInvest | undisclosed |