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Isabelle Steichen (she/her)
F&B Founder and Strategic Advisor
Isabelle Steichen is an Operating Partner at Torana Group, a company that brings expertise in finance, business strategy, governance, consumer-facing industries, and impact investment.1 Here are some key details about her background and experience:
Professional Experience
Isabelle has a diverse professional background spanning entrepreneurship, customer experience, and business development:
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Co-Founder and CEO of Lupii: She co-founded Lupii, a plant-based protein snack company that utilizes lupini beans.24
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Founder of The Plantiful: Isabelle created a plant-based vegan podcast and blog focused on health, wellness, and promoting a vegan lifestyle.2
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Director of Customer Experience at Sawyer: She held this role for over a year and a half.2
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Market Expansion Manager at IfOnly: Isabelle was responsible for NYC expansion and business development.2
Entrepreneurial Journey
Isabelle's entrepreneurial spirit is evident in her ventures:
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She moved from Europe to the US in 2013 and worked closely with founding teams for various early-stage VC-backed startups in NYC, particularly in the food and tech sectors.5
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Her company Lupii focuses on creating plant-based protein products using lupini beans, an ingredient with a long cultural and culinary history in Europe.3
Background and Skills
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Education: Isabelle studied at Cornell University.2
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Languages: She is proficient in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Luxembourgish, Spanish, Portuguese, and Chinese at various levels.2
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Public Speaking: Isabelle has spoken at vegan events across the US, including The Seed, NYC Veg Fest, and the Miami Seed Food and Wine Festival.2
Personal
Isabelle Steichen's diverse background in entrepreneurship, plant-based nutrition, and business development has led her to her current role as an Operating Partner at Torana Group, where she likely contributes her expertise in consumer-facing industries and impact investment.
