At Happiness Capital, we back bold ideas that drive real impact. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our investment in Epoch Biodesign, a synthetic bio innovator reshaping how industries like textile, fashion and automotive recycle their plastic waste. Founded in 2019 by Jacob Nathan, Epoch Biodesign harnesses synthetic biology, generative AI, and physics-based data modeling … Happiness Capital backs Epoch Biodesign to revolutionize plastic recycling
In a world where leadership styles often dictate the success or failure of organizations, the concept of the “Invisible Leader” offers a transformative approach. Inspired by Lao Zi’s Dao de Jing, this model redefines leadership in a way that fosters trust, collaboration, and employee empowerment, leading to exceptional business outcomes. Becoming the invisible leader Lao … The power of Trust: Pioneering the Autopilot Leadership Model™
Why happiness is more than a buzzword In today’s fast-paced, high-stakes business environment, leaders often find themselves operating on “autopilot” – juggling endless tasks, driving outcomes, and striving to meet ever-increasing expectations. But what if being on autopilot wasn’t a default reaction to stress, but instead a deliberate leadership framework designed for clarity, efficiency, and … Introduction to the Autopilot Leadership Model™ (Part 1)
Hong Kong, January 16, 2025 – Happiness Capital is proud to announce that our CEO, Eric Ng, has been reappointed as a member of the Policy Research Committee of the Financial Services Development Council (FSDC) for another two-year term. His reappointment, effective from January 17, 2025, marks Eric’s second consecutive term, further affirming his impactful … Eric Ng reappointed to the Financial Services Development Council’s policy research committee
Berlin, January 22, 2025 – Happiness Capital is delighted to announce our new partnership with Project Eaden, an innovative food-tech startup utilising fiber-spinning technology to transform meats alternatives. We are thrilled to collaborate with founders Jan Wilmking and Dr. David Schmelzeisen, alongside an impressive group of investors, to bring sustainable, ultra-realistic meat alternatives to market. … Happiness Capital joins forces with Project Eaden to revolutionize plant-based meat
We’re thrilled to announce that our portfolio companies have been selected to participate in Taste of Tomorrow: What Will the World Be Eating in 2050? Opening February 10, 2025, this inaugural agrifood exhibition in London will explore the pivotal role innovation plays in reshaping food production. With a focus on addressing ecological priorities and fostering … Celebrating Innovation in Sustainable Food: Congratulations to Better Dairy, Kyomei, MicroHarvest, and Novonutrients!
As we kick off a new year, many of us are reflecting on our goals for the months ahead – often focused on improving health and happiness. At Happiness Capital, these aspirations align closely with our mission, as we work to create a world where well-being is prioritized in everything we do. For our first … Investing in impact: How Happiness Capital is creating a happier, healthier future
Last Friday, Happiness Capital had the honor of participating in ATEC2024, an inspiring hybrid event held in Hong Kong. This global gathering of innovators, investors, and entrepreneurs highlighted transformative ideas across five key categories: As a proud sponsor of the Impact Award, we were thrilled to recognize groundbreaking innovation in a category that aligns closely … Driving innovation and impact: Happiness Capital at ATEC2024
At Happiness Capital, we believe in fostering global innovation and building meaningful connections across borders. Last week, we hosted an inspiring Portfolio Week in Tokyo, bringing together nine of our Food and Material Science portfolio companies to engage with leading Japanese corporates and investors. Across two dynamic events, we celebrated cutting-edge technologies, explored new opportunities, and … Happiness portfolio week in Tokyo: A celebration of innovation and connection
The Happiness Return Framework The Happiness Return framework, developed by Happiness Capital in collaboration with industry experts, represents a paradigm shift in investment management. This innovative approach goes beyond traditional financial metrics to incorporate a look at whether the venture is contributing to or detracting from people’s well-being overall. By gauging a venture’s social and … Introducing The Happiness Return (Part 4)
