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[74]The Startup Entrepreneur Who Solved The Alcohol Morning-After Effects
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"I didn't start a company to cure hangovers...there was this incredible technology that allows us to engineer a bacteria to perform a function that people will benefit from."
Join me for an exciting conversation with a young scientist with a Ph.D. in microbiology. We'll discuss his journey into entrepreneurship and his mission to utilize science and the body's natural processes to enhance lives. Specifically, we'll dive into his work on developing a remedy for the effects of excessive alcohol consumption or a hangover.
Zach openly discusses why he became an entrepreneur despite negative publicity and marketing against genetic engineering. He shares his business startup challenges, including raising money, scaling, and building a solid team (emphasizing the need for a co-founder who complements his lack of business knowledge).
Highlights:
☛ Why is our microbiome so underrated?
☛ How ZBiotics aims to change perceptions of GMOs (Genetically Modified
Organisms) by creating products people want and understand.
☛ Genetically engineered probiotics can provide specific health benefits, such as
breaking down alcohol byproducts.
☛ The science behind alcohol metabolism.
☛ Zach's decisive moment about becoming an entrepreneur.
☛ The source of the stigma associated with genetic engineering.
☛ Building a solid partnership with trust and open communication is essential for
startup success.
☛ Zach's takeaways on start-up challenges.
☛ The key to surviving and thriving against the odds.
Connect with Zach:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/zaabbott
Web: https://zbiotics.com/
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