PLANT CEO

In this episode we speak with Vivek Kothari Co-Founder of CurcuBlast. After studying bio-medical science and then working for a pharmaceutical company he decided in 2017 to create a sports supplement company. The twist that includes curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric root.  Which studies have shown to have health benefits such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, effective fat loss and...

In this episode we speak with Leonard Lerer Founder of Back of the Yards Algae Sciences. Leonard and his scientist colleague made an accidental discovery in Paris when researching the creation of algae. They found a way to extract a natural blue colourant. So genius that Leonard is, he shipped off to Chicago to go pitch it to Mars for them to use it for their blue M&M's.  As Mars are look...

In this episode we speak with Scott McCulloch CEO of The Vegan Kind. Within 7 years they become the leading online supermarket in the UK which caters to the growing demand of vegan's and flexitarian's.  Hear about Scott's background and his partner Karris's and their inspiration to start with subscription boxes, which now also make a significant part of their business. They  hustled hard...

In this episode we talk to Vikas Garg, Founder and CEO of abillionveg.  We talk about how dish reviews on his app is helping to provide vital donations to animal charities worldwide.  Hear about is background, what the app does and what's it's like creating a startup in Singapore.  www.abillionveg.com App download links:  Apple Store Google Play About PLANT CEO  More peopl...

In this episode we have a deep and insightful chat with Ryan Bethencourt CEO of Wild Earth. Wild Earth is a plant based pet food company. Wild Earth's growth was spurred on from appearing on Shark Tank and gaining investment from Mark Cuban.  We talk about his background and about how he pitched Peter Thiel. His views on cell based meat alternatives and psychedelics being used for healing. &n...

In this episode we talk to Tom Watkins Co-Founder of Mighty Pea. Having launched their pea based milk alternative only a year ago and to now being available in over 3,000 stores. We talk about his inspiration to create the company with his brother Nick Watkins. The nutritional benefits of split yellow peas - including the high protein levels.  The new product range and plans for future growth...

In this episode we talk to Andrew D. Ive, Founder and General Partner of Big Idea Ventures.  We talk about his background in marketing from his early years at Proctor and Gamble. His passionate plea to combat climate change and invest in plant based companies. We also learn about the innovative companies which have secured invested from the Big Idea Ventures New Protein Fund.   www.bigid...

Welcome to PLANT CEO. In this episode we meet Claire Smith Founder & CEO of Beyond Investing.  Claire is the ultimate vegan, learn about her background, companies in her portfolio, the ETF ticker: VEGN.  Also learn about her new platform Beyond Animal for vegan business startups, investors and networking.   https://www.beyondinvesting.co/   https://www.veganetf.com/  ...

Welcome to PLANT CEO. In this episode we meet Kartik Dixit Co-Founder & CEO and Shraddha Bhansali Co-Founder & COO of Evo Foods in India.  They are creating a liquid egg protein alternative that is 100% plant based, sustainable, with no cholesterol, antibiotics and cruelty.  Hear more about how they came about to create the company, about the plant based market in India and about...

Welcome to PLANT CEO. In this episode we meet Jessica Harris Chief Bandit of Little Bandits.  Little Bandits makes natural and delicious dairy free yogurts for kids and families. Every product is developed with all kids in mind, ensuring that parents and children have healthy, fun, great tasting options. No dairy, no soya, no worries. Jessica's mission is to make life easier for families and...

Welcome to PLANT CEO, in this episode we talk with Lisa Gawthorne the Managing Director and Owner of Bravura Foods.  Lisa is also a Team GB Duathlon athlete for her age group and is also training for the World Championships in Holland this year. We discuss about her performance as a result of her being on a plant based diet, nutrition, supplementation, running and cycling. Her views on  ...

Welcome to PLANT CEO. In this episode we meet Hakeem Jimo Co-Founder of Veggie Victory. Veggie Victory is Nigeria’s 1st Vegan food company.  Bringing a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle to Nigeria through plant-made food.  An inspiring talk with insights into the vegan market in Africa and Nigeria. Hakeem has already achieved to create an affordable protein alternative.  Hear...

Welcome to PLANT CEO. In this episode we meet Chris Conklin CEO of Perfect World Ice Cream.  Perfect World makes delicious, healthy vitamin fortified plant based ice cream with no added sugars.  Hear from Chris why he created the company and more about his range of flavours.  Where the stocks his products and in which countries.  What the health attributes are and more about hi...

Welcome to Plant CEO. In this episode we meet Vanita Badlani CEO of LaBante London. LaBante produces sustainable, ethic, vegan handbags. Hear from Vanita why she started the business, the materials she uses, her marketing strategy and the advice she gives to new entrepreneurs looking to enter this space.  https://labante.co.uk/ More people are choosing to follow plant-based diets. Exciting ne...