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66. From Waste to Wardrobe: Tomtex's Ross McBee on Spinning Sustainability into Style
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Episode Description: Ross McBee, co-founder and CSO of TomTex, takes us into the innovative world of biomaterials, showcasing his commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly solutions. By turning waste shrimp shells into versatile, biodegradable materials, McBee is not just proposing an alternative to traditional textiles but is pioneering a future where fashion and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. This discussion zeros in on the potential of biomaterials to reshape industries, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to sustainability that includes both ecological care and fair employment practices. McBee's vision for a more sustainable and ethically conscious world is both inspiring and a call to action for industries to adopt more regenerative practices.
Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?
Learn more at www.messaginglab.com/groweverything
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Dive into the World of Biomaterials
- 00:01:14 - Recap & Insights on Biomanufacturing
- 00:03:00 - The Indian Bioeconomy: A Closer Look
- 00:05:46 - AI’s Role in Society & the Job Market
- 00:10:26 - Meet Ross McBee & The Vision Behind TomTex
- 00:12:00 - Unveiling TomTex: The Science of Sustainable Materials
- 00:16:18 - Traditional Textiles vs. TomTex’s Sustainable Solutions
- 00:20:31 - Origin Story: How TomTex is Changing the Game
- 00:29:07 - Envisioning the Future with Biomaterials
- 00:32:49 - Innovation in Action: Designing New Materials
- 00:34:51 - Navigating the Challenges of Global Supply Chains
- 00:37:33 - The Journey to Biodegradability with TomTex
- 00:43:05 - Embedding Sustainability in Business DNA
- 00:48:11 - TomTex’s Breakthrough in Fashion Sustainability
- 00:54:04 - The Boundless Potential of Biomaterials
- 00:59:43 - Wrapping Up: TomTex’s Sustainable Vision & Impact
Episode Links:
- Tomtex (link)
- Breaking The Cost Barrier on Biomanufacturing (link)
- Ankur Capital Deep Tech Report (link)
- Erum’s 23andMe LinkedIn post (link)
- Scott Galloway’s Corporate Ozempic (link)
- Newlab (link)
- Brooklyn Navy Yard (link)
Get $300 off Synbiobeta tickets (May 6-9 in San Jose, CA) using promo code: Grow Everything
Topics Covered: biomaterials, sustainability, biodegradablility, compostibility
Have a question or comment? Message us here:
Text or Call (804) 505-5553
Instagram / TikTok / Twitter / LinkedIn / Youtube / GrowEverything website
Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com
Support here: Patreon
Music by: Nihilore
Production by: Amplafy Media
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Manage episode 404017996 series 3458919
Episode Description: Ross McBee, co-founder and CSO of TomTex, takes us into the innovative world of biomaterials, showcasing his commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly solutions. By turning waste shrimp shells into versatile, biodegradable materials, McBee is not just proposing an alternative to traditional textiles but is pioneering a future where fashion and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. This discussion zeros in on the potential of biomaterials to reshape industries, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to sustainability that includes both ecological care and fair employment practices. McBee's vision for a more sustainable and ethically conscious world is both inspiring and a call to action for industries to adopt more regenerative practices.
Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?
Learn more at www.messaginglab.com/groweverything
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Dive into the World of Biomaterials
- 00:01:14 - Recap & Insights on Biomanufacturing
- 00:03:00 - The Indian Bioeconomy: A Closer Look
- 00:05:46 - AI’s Role in Society & the Job Market
- 00:10:26 - Meet Ross McBee & The Vision Behind TomTex
- 00:12:00 - Unveiling TomTex: The Science of Sustainable Materials
- 00:16:18 - Traditional Textiles vs. TomTex’s Sustainable Solutions
- 00:20:31 - Origin Story: How TomTex is Changing the Game
- 00:29:07 - Envisioning the Future with Biomaterials
- 00:32:49 - Innovation in Action: Designing New Materials
- 00:34:51 - Navigating the Challenges of Global Supply Chains
- 00:37:33 - The Journey to Biodegradability with TomTex
- 00:43:05 - Embedding Sustainability in Business DNA
- 00:48:11 - TomTex’s Breakthrough in Fashion Sustainability
- 00:54:04 - The Boundless Potential of Biomaterials
- 00:59:43 - Wrapping Up: TomTex’s Sustainable Vision & Impact
Episode Links:
- Tomtex (link)
- Breaking The Cost Barrier on Biomanufacturing (link)
- Ankur Capital Deep Tech Report (link)
- Erum’s 23andMe LinkedIn post (link)
- Scott Galloway’s Corporate Ozempic (link)
- Newlab (link)
- Brooklyn Navy Yard (link)
Get $300 off Synbiobeta tickets (May 6-9 in San Jose, CA) using promo code: Grow Everything
Topics Covered: biomaterials, sustainability, biodegradablility, compostibility
Have a question or comment? Message us here:
Text or Call (804) 505-5553
Instagram / TikTok / Twitter / LinkedIn / Youtube / GrowEverything website
Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com
Support here: Patreon
Music by: Nihilore
Production by: Amplafy Media
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