TMBS E218: Michael Carr and Dr. Travis Frey; Calyxt Plant-based Solutions

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Incredible interview of how artificial intelligence is creating the future of plant supplies through Bio-Factory Calytx and PlantSpring. Mark’s guests explain how the future of plant-synthetic biotechnology is critical for corporations in the future.

About Michael Carr

They share a very exciting initiative, how they are using AI and machine learning, and why plant-based solutions will be a driving force in the goal of sustainability in the future.

Michael joined Calyxt as a Director and was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer in July 2021. Michael brings more than 20 years of business, financial, and operational leadership experience to Calyxt.

He was previously the Vice President of M&A, Strategy, and Innovation at Darling Ingredients, Inc., a global developer, and producer of sustainable natural ingredients and renewable energy. He obtained his M.B.A. from the Graziadio School of Business and Management at Pepperdine University, and he also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from California State University – Northridge.

About Dr. Travis Frey

Travis brings over 15 years of experience in the agricultural industry and technology innovation to Calyxt.

Travis received his B.S. in Horticulture from Penn State University, M.S. in Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics from the University of Wisconsin, Ph.D. in the Plant Biology and Biotechnology Program at the University of Delaware and DuPont/Pioneer, and an M.B.A from the University of Chicago – Booth School of Business. Prior to joining Calyxt, Travis held science and innovation leadership roles at major U.S-based agricultural corporations.

For more information, please visit: calyxt.com/

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