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The premier global connection hub for the F&A industry

Foodbytes is a trusted connector rooted in food and ag sector expertise, industry connections, innovation trends and agrifood insights.

Foodbytes Team

Who we are

Foodbytes is an online connection hub for startups, corporates and investors, exclusive to the food and ag industry.

With a growing database of more than 1,200 verified global startups and 200 corporates and investor subscribers, we offer relevant connections, thematic insights, curated startup lists, all powered by Rabobank’s deep knowledge and network.

Over the past eight years, Foodbytes has developed unique criteria for picking winners. Our more than 450 selected startups have raised over $3.4B in funding, outpacing their peers. Using Foodbytes, corporates can solve their pain points and innovate more efficiently. For startups, Foodbytes is the entry point into Rabobank’s network, providing continuous exposure to potential partners and investors.

Foodbytes is where vetted startups, pioneering corporates and insightful investors come together to make the business of food better.

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Meet the team

Stijn Rook
Stijn Rook
Global Head
Nina Meijers
Nina Meijers
Platform Director,
NA Head
Katie Myers
Katie Myers
Brand Director
Robin Jasperse
Robin Jasperse
Product Manager
Eline Boot
Eline Boot
Corporate Engagement
Radu Moraru
Radu Moraru
Delivery Lead
Caroline Keeley
Caroline Keeley
Corporate Engagement
Trevor Sieck
Trevor Sieck
Startup Engagement
Sonia Shekar
Sonia Shekar
Insights and Analytics
Sjoerd Peters
Sjoerd Peters
Startup Engagement
Thomas Stern
Thomas Stern
UX/UI Lead
Our vision

Our vision

The right connections at the right moment in time. We know that it’s not more that corporates and investors are looking for – it’s a better fit, tailored to meet your priorities and needs. For startups, it’s access to those who can help them scale their businesses efficiently and effectively. Whether you’re an innovation-mature corporate or an innovation-curious investor, a seed or Series D startup, we aim to help those who are equipped to drive sustainable innovation find the right partners to achieve their goals.

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Our history

Since 2015, FoodBytes! has galvanized collaboration across the value chain, from partnerships, to investments and acquisitions, to R&D and piloting. What began as a pitch competition evolved into a membership-driven program in 2021 and 2022 and has grown into a more inclusive and accessible online platform, launched in February 2023. Through our new online connections hub, we aim to exponentially scale our reach and impact.

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