Foodtech entrepreneur with 25 years in the food industry as a food scientist and a master’s in Food Biotech. She previously co-founded Current Foods (YC) and is a recognized expert in alternative proteins and product innovation, as well as being a mentor and advisor for several global startups.
Rosalia Rubio
CFO
Seasoned finance executive, with 25+ years’ experience across multinationals, SMEs, and high-growth organizations, including R&D&I environments. Strategic yet hands-on, with experience scaling organizations and driving teams towards operational and financial performance goals.
Dr Gala Morena
R&D Lead
PhD in Polymers and Biopolymers, degree in Biotechnology and an MSc in Advanced Microbiology. Authored 16 peer-reviewed publications, and is co-inventor of two patents related to bioactive hydrogels and protein extraction from algae. Serious bird watcher on the weekends.
Dr Débora Cerdá
Research Scientist
Biotechnologist with a PhD in Food Science and Technology, Débora has 10+ peer-reviewed scientific publications in high-impact journals. Recognized with several awards for her academic excellence and early research career.
Robert Calvo
Scale Up Scientist
Biotechnologist specialized in scaling up protein extraction and food fermentation processes for industrial applications with expertise across fermentation, strain engineering, and industrial biotechnology.
Carolina Kyvik
Commercial Applications Manager
Product developer who combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving, with an academic background in food innovation, biodesign, and industrial design engineering. She is also a FoodHack Ambassador in Barcelona.
