From Venture Capital to Vegan Proteins ft. Kristi Riordan

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿In this revealing episode, Kristi Riordan, Co-Founder and CEO of Harvest B, shares her journey from an experienced tech executive in the U.S. to pioneering sustainable protein manufacturing in Australia. She discusses the motivation behind her shift to the plant-based industry, driven by sustainability and the global talent visa in Australia. Kristi explains how Harvest B is tackling the challenges of texture and flavor in plant-based proteins, their innovative manufacturing processes, and the importance of navigating regulations in food technology. The episode delves into her strategies for building a business that not only adapts to but also advances the evolving food industry landscape.🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:00:00 Introduction and Call to Action00:27 Introduction of Christy Riordan and HarvestB01:12 Christy's Journey and Motivation to Co-Found HarvestB03:00 The Importance of Plant Protein for Sustainability06:20 HarvestB's Protein Portfolio and Building Blocks10:26 Creating Manufacturing and Infrastructure for Local Markets13:40 Navigating Challenges in the Food Technology Sector23:23 The Future of Plant-Based Protein: Local Sourcing and Diverse Protein Options27:40 Key Lessons for Entrepreneurs in the Plant-Based Space30:25 How to Support HarvestB and Be Strong Products32:41 Conclusion and Call to Action✅ Don't Forget To:Like and Subscribe for more inspiring interviews!Share this video with your network of change-makers.Comment below with your thoughts.🔗 Useful Links: https://www.harvestb.io/📲 Join the Plant-Based On Fire community and connect with us today:>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pbofpodcast>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pbofpodcast/>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pbofpodcast/>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pbofpodcast/>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbofpodcast>Twitter: https://twitter.com/pbofpodcast