Start-ups in green biology and biotechnology: Alpha Protein

In an online event, the startup-company “Alpha-Protein”, located in Bruchsal, Germany, will be presented by its founders. With innovative approaches, “Alpha-Protein” produces and sells insect-protein as an alternative to conventional protein sources to feed and food industry. Founded in 2017 and starting with two employees, “Alpha-Protein” has developed into a successful and steadily growing company, in the meantime, with currently more than 30 employees. From the first idea to the present business success, the founders will report about their personal experiences with regard to: requirements and prerequisites for the foundation and economic growth of a startup-company, obstacles to pass, success factors, mistakes to avoid. There will also be sufficient time for questions and discussions!

The lecture is organized in the context of the CEPLAS Entrepreneurship Module.

• Speaker: Elena Werner (Alpha Protein)

Please note that the course is in English.