EPISODE · May 5, 2022 · 59 MIN
#193 - Zachary Abbot, Zbiotics: Building The First Genetically Engineered CPG Product
from DTC POD: How The Best Brands Are Built · host Ramon Berrios, Blaine Bolus, Zachary Abbot
Zach Abbott maker of the world's 1st genetically engineered probiotics. Purpose-built to help our bodies handle the diets and environments of modern life joins Ramon & Blaine to discuss the science behind ZBiotics, the challenges of educating consumers on a genetically engineered probiotic, and how to lean it to being genetically engineered registered with customers. 2:02 - 8:24 Idea for ZBiotics14:57 - 20:09 The science of a hangover23:37 - 27:19 Genetically engineerings is easier than you think28:11 - 33:30 Making sure ZBiotics works35:24 - 39:19 How do you sell a genetically engineered prebiotic40:36 - 45:18 Leaning into being GMO 46:24 - 47:26 Working with a marketing and branding agency 47:57 - 49:55 Getting customer feedback49:48 - 51:14 Figuring out manufacturing52:17 - 53:48 Growing since 2021 54:12 - 56:09 The future of ZBiotics57:37 - 58:35 Where to find ZBiotics and Zach This episode is brought to you by OpenStore:Visit https://open.store to get a free, no-obligation offer for your e-commerce business from OpenStore in 24 hours. Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further? Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Follow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTok Zach Abbott - CEO of ZBioticsRamon Berrios - CEO of Trend.ioBlaine Bolus - COO of OmniPanel
What this episode covers
Zach Abbott is the CEO and cofounder of ZBiotics, the world’s first genetically engineered probiotic for consumer. ZBiotics first product is engineered to break down acid aldehyde, which is the toxic metabolic byproduct of drinking alcohol, that causes hangovers. Zach has a PhD in Microbiology & Immunology from the University of Michigan. Prior to founding ZBiotics in 2016, Zach worked at Biorasi ( a global clinical research organization) where he designed clinical trials for big pharmaceutical companies.
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