VisVires New Protein

VisVires New Protein, now known as Clay Capital, is a venture capital firm that provides funding to innovative companies operating within the food and agriculture technology sectors. The firm focuses on identifying and supporting disruptive technologies and solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of the global food system, particularly in the realm of alternative proteins and agrifood innovation. It strategically invests in businesses developing novel approaches to food production and supply.

Matthieu Vermersch founded the firm in 2014 as VisVires New Protein, driven by the insight that the global food industry suffered from acute inefficiencies requiring innovative solutions. His background in finance and deep understanding of market dynamics informed the firm’s strategy to back ventures capable of transforming how food is produced, processed, and distributed. This foundational belief guided its early investment thesis.

Clay Capital partners with pioneering food and agritech entrepreneurs across Europe and Asia, serving as a critical financial catalyst for growth. The firm's long-term vision centers on leveraging food as a primary means to address urgent global challenges, including environmental degradation, ensuring a healthier, safer, and more sustainable future for global food systems. Its forward-looking strategy seeks to foster resilience and positive impact.