In this episode, we have Ashish Jain, Partner at WaterBridge Ventures, in conversation with Ankit Bagaria, Co-Founder, Loopworm. Loopworm specializes in extracting proteins from insects. Yes, you heard it right, protein from insects. The team wants to solve a sustainable, traceable, and scalable supply of protein alternatives. The team wants to solve a sustainable, traceable, and scalable supply of protein alternatives. Let's hear from Ankit on what it takes build, when both the space and venture is at an early nascent stage.

Key Segments:

(2:20): Ankit and Abhi as a team

(7:15): Research behind the business

(12:54): Raising money for an unconventional business

(18:55): Understanding the alternate protein space

(23:40): Environmental benefits associated with insect protein 

(29:50): Challenges associated with being category creator

(43:50): Defining scale

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Disclaimer: The information in this podcast (“Content”) is solely for educational and information purposes. The content does not reflect the views or opinions of WaterBridge Ventures and/or any of its members. The content is not intended to be legal or other expert advice or services and should not be used in place of consultation with appropriate professionals. The content shall not be reproduced, distributed, shared, or relied upon in any manner whatsoever, in whole or part, without prior written permission of WaterBridge Ventures. In no event shall WaterBridge Ventures and/or any of its members be liable for any liability, loss, injury or risk which is incurred or suffered as a direct or indirect result of the use of the contents.