Bioenterprise Brochure Book

Unlock the Potential of agri-technology

Unlimited Opportunity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Innovation, Accelerated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Entrepreneurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Get the know-how you need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Corporate Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Zero in on outstanding possibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Industry Front-Runners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Cement your leadership in the agri-technology sector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Sector Domain Expertise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Global Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Thought Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Demonstrated Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

AbCelex Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Anatis Bioprotection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CENNATEK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connect With Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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challenge

Take a drive through the countryside and youll still see plenty of cows grazing and fields of wheat growing tall. Delve a little deeper, however, and youll discover an agricultural revolution underway.

The worlds growing population currently 7 billion is putting more pressure than ever on the earths finite resources. We need to feed, clothe and shelter those billions of people while petroleum supplies shrink and climate change increases the risk of droughts, floods and other extreme weather.

The agricultural sector is stepping up to the challenge.

Unlimited oPPortUnity

Today, environmentally responsible advances are increasing crop yields, saving precious water and helping producers farm more efficiently. Nor does it end there. As well as food, farmers are growing the ingredients for everything from bio-based jet fuels to car parts and cancer treatments.

At Bioenterprise, we see a sector with outstanding growth potential. We see blue-sky investment opportunities. We see bold ideas generating new products and entire new industries.

But were not just spectators. As one of North Americas leading agri-business accelerators, were right in the thick of it, driving a wave of innovation that is transforming agriculture, manufacturing, medicine and a whole lot more.

dave smardonPresident and CEO, Bioenterprise Corporation

4 | BIOENTERPRISE | Unlock the Potential of agri-technology

At Bioenterprise, our business is accelerating innovation. Since 2003, weve been helping new agri-technology ventures get off the ground and established companies reach the next level. We transform cutting-edge ideas into commercial success and connect investors to high-potential opportunities.

Looking for unbiased business advice? Need help pulling together a due diligence package? Want to invest in a promising venture or attract funding for your global expansion? Bioenterprise has what youre looking for.

Because we focus exclusively on agri-technology, we know the sector inside and out. We bring a wealth of scientific and technical expertise, industry knowledge, business savvy and connections that span the globe.

so pick up the phone, send us an email or drop by our office. it could be the best move you make this year.

innovation, accelerated

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Get the know-how you need

At Bioenterprise, we help entrepreneurs and established enterprises achieve more success, faster.

Our services cover the gamut of business development.

know-howentrePreneUrs

bUsiness Plan assistance market and comPetitive analysesfUnding aPPlication gUidance financial strategy develoPmentmarketing strategy direction management team establishmentstrategic Partner identification investment PreParationsoUrcing investment caPital ongoing advice and coUnsel


Get the know-how you need

programsWeve put together programs that are tailor-made to get your vision off the ground and into the marketplace.

innovation Portfolio Looking for financing? Our Innovation Portfolio presents highly promising technologies and companies to corporate members of Bioenterprise looking for investment, licensing and distribution opportunities.

entrepreneur reality check Put your ideas to the test. Well convene a group of industry experts to scrutinize your business plan and uncover its weaknesses and strengths.

due diligence Make sure your innovation has commercial potential. Our team of analysts will examine your market, your competition and the size of your global opportunity.

bioenterprise global network Tap into our international networks. We connect innovators with investors, ideas with experience, and science with business savvy.

mentor match Get experience on your side through one-on-one coaching with industry veterans.

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corPorate PartnersZero in on outstanding possibilities

Corporate MeMbership The bioenterprise corporate membership Program gives you access to our carefully vetted Innovation Portfolio: a selection of companies with unique and compelling innovations and technologies in the agri-technology sector all primed for growth and with high potential for global impact. As a Corporate Member, you can also take advantage of our industry experts, science advisors and due diligence reports. And to help you find the innovation that gives your company an edge, we act as technology scouts, provide technology assessments, and make introductions to leading entrepreneurs, companies and their innovations and technologies.


Our corporate sponsorship Program boosts your visibility, connects you with emerging products and companies and keeps you on top of the latest trends and innovations. As a Bioenterprise Corporate Sponsor, you enjoy recognition in our marketing and communication materials. You receive invitations to participate in Bioenterprise entrepreneur programs and meetings. Plus, youre connected to our extensive network of contacts, ranging from cutting-edge researchers and start-ups to investors, executives and industry analysts. Corporate SponSorShip

indUstry front-rUnnersCement your leadership in the agri-technology sector

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To deliver top-notch services, you need a top-notch team. Our in-house analysts have the business experience youre looking for, while their industry-specific knowledge spans the full range of agricultural technology.

sector domain exPertise

Our Board of Directors includes leaders from the investment sector, academia and major multinationals. Together, they bring expertise in legal affairs, intellectual property, regulatory issues, financing and research.

And for in-depth understanding of the research that underpins the latest agri-technology innovations, you cant beat the breadth or credentials of our Science and Innovation Advisory Committee. Weve recruited leading authorities from both academia and industry: food scientists, bioresource engineers, environmental biologists, applied chemists, human health specialists and more.

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In a globalized world, weve got the connections to make things happen. Weveestablished formal partnerships with dozens of industry organizations, business accelerators and research institutes at home and abroad. But thats just the beginning. Our contact lists are overflowing with investors, business leaders, entrepreneurs, mentors and technology transfer specialists in every agri-technology field you can name.

Whether youre looking to forge a relationship down the street or halfway around the planet, theres no better place to start than Bioenterprise.

global connections


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thoUght leadershiP

As industry insiders, were often called on to share our insights, lead discussions and sponsor events.

Were regulars at all the major agri-technology conferences around the globe the Ag Innovation Showcase, the Agri Investment Forum, the Global AgInvesting Conference and more. Look for our booth at tradeshows and our staff and board members on the podium.

Weve also earned coverage in major media and trade publications, including Canadian Business Journal, Global AgInvesting Quarterly and Biotechnology Focus.


Put all the Bioenterprise advantages together and what do you get? In a word, success. Since we opened our doors in 2003, weve helped hundreds of clients launch their business or take their company to a new level.

Weve brokered million-dollar financing deals, sharpened marketing strategies, put together management teams and guided clients through a host of regulatory mazes.

Working with Bioenterprise has been extremely important in our business development. All of our progress in the last 3 years would not have been possible without their help.

- silvia todorova, Ph.D., CEO, Anatis Bioprotection

demonstrated sUccess

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How We HelpPercentage of bioenterprise services used in support of clients

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sales strategy Channels Distribution

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AbCelex Technologiessafer chicken, coming right upEach year, millions of North Americans fall ill after eating chicken, thanks to Campylobacter. The corkscrew-shaped bacteria infects more than half the raw poultry sold in the U.S., making it one of the biggest causes of foodborne illness in the Western world.

To tackle the problem, AbCelexs Dr. Saied Babaei turned to the camel families. These desert creatures have a unique type of antibody that is small, stable and cheap to produce. Babaei and his partner, Dr.AliRiazi,settoworkcreatingfragmentsoftheseantibodies so-called nanobodies targeted at Campylobacter.

They knew any cost-effective livestock treatment must be delivered in feed. In the course of the last three years, the pair successfully engineered nanobodies that can withstand the high temperatures used to process animal feed and the low pH and enzymes in the chickens digestive system.

Thats when they turned to Bioenterprise. We connected them to industry players, conducted market analyses, and put together product costings. Bioenterprise came to the rescue, says Babaei. It was perfect timing.

As a result, AbCelex struck a $2 million venture capital deal and attracted high-profile partners. If field trials prove successful, safer chicken could be just around the corner.

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Anatis Bioprotectionattacking aphids the natural wayAphids infesting your tomatoes? Whiteflies wreaking havoc on your cucumber crop? Anatis Bioprotection has the solution.

For 20 years, Dr. Silvia Todorova worked to identify the perfect strain of parasite to control greenhouse pests one that was aggressive enough to obliterate whiteflies, thrips and other assorted nasties but wouldnt wipe out beneficial insects like ladybugs or bees.

The result was BioCeres: an all-natural insecticide based on a fungus called Beauveria bassiana.

Then came the challenge of lining up suppliers, manufacturers and distributors and clearing all the regulatory hurdles. Throughout that journey, Anatis leveraged the expertise of Bioenterprise. We helped Anatis put together a business plan, build financial models and connect them with industry partners.

It was a good fit, says Jean-Bernard Glinas, the companys director of marketing and business. They helped the company to get on track.

Now, Anatis is focused on full-scale commercialization for 2015. While theyre currently targeting farmers, the team has its eye on other markets that could benefit from their bio-insecticide: lawn care professionals, pest control companies, bed bug exterminators and more. Almost every week, someone asks us if we have tested the product against that insect or that other insect, says Glinas.


CENNATEKspinning straw into goldEvery week, 52 weeks a year, the Highline Mushrooms plant in Ontarios Prince Edward County discards 600 tonnes of spent mushroom compost. According toCennateksMohammadRahbari,thatwasteispotential gold.

Cennatek has developed technology to extract minerals from biomass including the wheat and straw in mushroom compost and turn them into high-value liquid fertilizer.

Lab experiments and field trials proved highly successful,butRahbarididnthavethebusinessexpertise to commercialize his technology. Thats where Bioenterprise came in.

Our experts knew exactly how to put together due diligence packages. We helped secure initial funding, conducted regulatory research and introduced Cennatek to investor groups. Bioenterprise was very crucialtousinanumberofways,Rahbarisays.

On April 1, 2014, Cennatek cemented a deal with Highline Mushrooms to establish a facility to process their spent compost. At full capacity, the plant will produce four million litres of liquid fertilizer a year and employ 20 people.

And thats just the beginning. What excites me the mostisthewide-scaleopportunities,saysRahbari.He envisions applying Cennateks technology to different feedstocks in the future, building facilities to take local sources of biomass, convert them into useful products and create local jobs at the same time.

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Bioenterprise is a founding member of the Agri-Technology Commercialization Centre

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