No Bones About It: Brewing Human and Vegan Collagens with Geltor's Alex Lorestani.
In this episode of Grow Everything, Karl and Erum are joined by Alex Lorestani, CEO and Co-Founder of Geltor. We dive into the innovative world of collagen proteins, their applications in the beauty and food industries, and the future of sustainable product development. We discuss the importance of inclusivity in product development, catering to diverse lifestyles including halal and kosher. Entrepreneurs and new founders in the beauty and biotech space will find Alex's journey and insights particularly valuable. Lastly, we touch on the future of the livestock industry and the transformative role of biotechnology.
Topics Covered
00:00:00 Embracing Health and Outdoor Life
00:07:25 Small-scale Food Production: Beauty and Limits
00:10:34 Beyond Healthcare: The Spark of Innovation
00:15:06 Building a Protein Company: The Journey
00:19:26 Human Collagen: Exploring Biocompatibility
00:24:03 China's Pig Industry: Challenges and Issues
00:27:55 New Challenges for Family Agriculture Businesses
00:32:11 Success Factors: Innovation and Culture in Consumer Companies
00:38:36 Biotech: Unlocking Elastin Gel Market
00:42:25 Biotech's Potential in Nutrition and Skincare
00:45:30 Future Discussion: Biotech and Protein
00:48:03 Introducing Caviar Collagen: A Beauty Breakthrough
00:50:26 Impact of Simplistic Skincare on Skin Microbiome
