Founder & Entrepreneur in Residence (gn) - Direct to Consumer (D2C) Brands @ FoodLabs, Singapore

We are open to applications from across Asia.

Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for a highly driven, entrepreneurial, and operationally strong co-founder who can validate, test, and build the next generation of consumer brands across Southeast Asia.

This is an opportunity to build a venture in the direct-to-consumer (D2C) space from scratch. As a Founder-in-Residence, you will partner with our venture studio to validate a concept and ultimately launch a scalable, venture-backed business with funding from FoodLabs. 

You will have full responsibility for building the company, from shaping the value proposition and testing go-to-market strategies to managing the supply chain, partnerships, operations, and team building. You will work closely with our studio team and benefit from deep operational and strategic support throughout your journey.

We are particularly excited about founders who understand the power of community, storytelling, and emerging digital platforms in shaping modern consumer behavior.

You can learn more about our Founder Studio here.

About FoodLabs

We founded FoodLabs with the commitment to revolutionize the food system and improve both planetary and human health. We envision a future in which the balance between humanity and Earth is restored and maintained sustainably. Our mission goes beyond traditional business limits, pushing into an area where each venture is a stepping stone towards a more resilient planet. We are driven by the pressing need to cultivate a global ecosystem of sustainable food, agriculture, and holistic well-being.

FoodLabs is a globally active venture capital investor and venture studio with a focus on food-tech, ag-tech, health, sustainability, and the future of consumerism. We back mission-driven founders solving the most pressing problems along the entire value chain of the food industry.

How We Collaborate

• We foster the art and science of entrepreneurship. As an independent entity, you hold a unique position in our program, distinct from incubators with predefined cohorts. You are the core player, and our role is to empower you. The founding team retains majority shares, ensuring our status as the sole investor.

• Our dedicated team offers comprehensive financial, operational, and strategic support to validate your business model and establish your venture. This includes expertise in Growth & Go-to-Market strategy, Fundraising and Talent Acquisition

• By joining our network, you gain access to Atlantic Labs & FoodLabs, comprising over 180+ portfolio companies. Our scientific, tech, and entrepreneurial community offers valuable advice and mentorship.

• Count on our unwavering commitment. We stand by our founders throughout the long-term journey of building a successful venture.

What We Value in a Founder

• Impact: If you're driven to make a significant impact by tackling pressing challenges and instigating transformative change in the food, pharma, or chemicals value chain, we wholeheartedly back your vision.

• Hustle: Flourishing in a dynamic, high-speed setting, you thrive on rapid iterations and have an inherent bias toward taking action. Your unwavering determination pushes you forward.

• Curiosity: Embracing ambiguity, you constantly seek new ways to challenge the status quo and revolutionize the industry.

• Experience: Your ideas and passion are complemented by hands-on experience. You have thrived in demanding commercial environments, whether in consulting, start-ups, or previous entrepreneurial ventures.