Dr. Mark Post: Recognized for creating the world’s first lab-grown beef burger, Dr. Post’s work at Mosa Meat focuses on scaling up clean meat production. He is often regarded as a pioneer in the cultured meat industry.
Uma Valeti, MD: As the co-founder and CEO of Memphis Meats, Valeti leads one of the most prominent companies in the clean meat space. His vision emphasizes health, sustainability, and animal welfare.
Josh Tetrick: The CEO of JUST, Tetrick’s company isn’t just about egg replacements. They’re also researching clean meat, and under his leadership, they’ve showcased cultured chicken nuggets as a glimpse into the future of poultry.
Niya Gupta: Co-founder and CEO of Fork & Goode, Gupta’s firm specializes in producing cultured pork. Her commitment is to create delicious, sustainable meat without the drawbacks of industrial farming.
Didier Toubia: As the CEO of Aleph Farms, Toubia aims to offer steaks grown directly from non-GMO cells of a cow. Aleph Farms stands out with their focus on replicating the full muscle tissue, rather than just minced meat.
Lou Cooperhouse: Leading BlueNalu, Cooperhouse is a pivotal figure in the realm of cell-based seafood. His company focuses on producing seafood that helps combat overfishing and the ecological impacts of fish farming.
Benjamina Bollag: As the co-founder and CEO of Higher Steaks, Bollag is working on producing cultured pork meat, aiming to provide a sustainable and cruelty-free alternative to conventional pork products.
Mike Selden: Selden’s company, Finless Foods, is at the forefront of creating lab-grown fish meat. His endeavor addresses the looming crisis of overfishing while ensuring our favorite seafood remains on the menu.
Brian Spears: The CEO of New Age Meats, Spears emphasizes transparency and sustainability. His company works on pork sausages and aims to make clean meat that’s both tasty and environment-friendly.
Isha Datar: As the executive director of New Harvest, Datar supports and funds research in the field of cellular agriculture. She’s an advocate for science-driven solutions to food security and sustainability.
