Listen "Zeroing In: Superbrewed Foods Path from CO2 Emissions to Protein Pioneers with CEO Bryan Tracy"
Episode Synopsis
Have you ever imagined that bacteria could revolutionize the protein in your next burger? This may soon be a reality thanks to one pioneering start-up.In this episode, meet Bryan Tracy – the CEO of Superbrewed Food and an entrepreneur developing the world's first commercial bacterial food ingredient. Through fermentation, his company cultivates microbes into a protein-packed biomass. Through fermentation, Brian cultivates microbes into an 85% protein-rich biomass. But the journey from lab to grocery stores has not been easyHear how Brian overcame regulatory hurdles to gain FDA approval for this unprecedented ingredient. Discover the challenges of partnering with big food brands and finicky investors.Now, Bryan is partnering with leading food companies to incorporate his microbial macronutrient into everyday products. Soon, you might find it enhancing your snacks, beverages, and meat alternatives.Tune in to discover how one entrepreneur is on a mission to turn microbes into a mainstream nutrition source. Explore Bryan's ambitious vision to produce this sustainable protein on a global, industrial scale. Don't miss this fascinating conversation on Leaders on a Mission.Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:24 Bryan’s professional journey05:39 Making a microorganism a valuable product09:12 Selling bacteria biomass as a nutritional food ingredient11:05 Superbrewed Food and its vision14:51 The challenge of developing a market for a product18:01 Postbiotic cultured protein as macronutrient ingredient21:06 How can postbiotic cultured protein be used?22:42 Partnerships to bring the product to the market26:51 Challenges in partnering with big corporations and investors30:52 Innovation and growth in the food industry35:28 Plans for the next 10 years
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