# Tiba Tempeh

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/tiba-tempeh

- Industry: Food
- Headquarters: Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
- Website: www.tibatempeh.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.7M
- Latest round: Seed (Dec 24, 2021)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Tiba Tempeh is a producer of high-quality tempeh, specializing in plant-based protein options crafted from soya beans, live cultures, and water, catering to health-conscious consumers in the UK.Established in 2019, Tiba Tempeh is dedicated to producing tempeh, a traditional Indonesian food. The company is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, and has successfully completed one funding round. In March 2025, Tiba Tempeh raised GBP 1.1 million in venture funding led by Maven Capital Partners. The founder's previous entrepreneurial experiences have contributed to the company's innovative approach.Tiba Tempeh specializes in producing tempeh, an all-natural Indonesian superfood crafted from three primary ingredients: soya beans, live cultures, and water. This plant-based protein is presented in a versatile format that enhances a variety of dishes, aiming to deliver nutritional benefits such as increased energy and satisfaction to consumers. The company's core product offerings revolve around tempeh, which serves as a protein alternative for a health-conscious clientele, including vegetarians, vegans, and anyone seeking to incorporate more plant-based options into their diet. Tiba Tempeh’s products are marketed and sold across the UK, with availability extending to online platforms for direct home delivery as well as through various retail locations, thereby catering to a wide demographic of health-oriented consumers.Tiba Tempeh generates revenue primarily through direct sales of its tempeh products, which are offered to both individual consumers and retailers. The transaction structure encompasses B2C sales through their online platform, where customers can order products for home delivery, and B2B partnerships with grocery stores and health food outlets. Pricing structures for products are designed to be competitive in the health food market, reflecting the high-quality, natural ingredients used in their offerings. Tiba Tempeh's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its B-Corporation certification, aligning with a growing consumer trend towards socially and environmentally responsible purchasing decisions.In March 2025, Tiba Tempeh raised GBP 1.1 million in venture funding led by Maven Capital Partners. The funding will be utilized for further growth and development, including the design and launch of new tempeh products aimed at expanding the product line. The company is strategizing to enter new markets within Europe, with plans for expansion by late 2025. Tiba Tempeh's initiatives aim to strengthen its presence in the health food sector and diversify its offerings.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Dec 24, 2021, $0.7M — Lever VC

## Investors

- Lever VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lever-vc) — Seed