Tasneem Karodia is the co-founder of Mzansi Meat Co, a biotechnology startup who recently created Africa's first ever lab-grown beef patty. The goal of the business is to shift our meat paradigm through the introduction of cultivated meat - a process which utilises cutting edge science to bring us meat so tasty you won't notice a difference.
Tasneem's journey to co-founding Mzansi Meat Co is an interesting one, having studied accounting at university this former strategy consultant had no experience or expertise in sustainable food or biotechnology. Which begs the questions - how did she manage to co-found Mzansi Meat Co and develop Africa's first lab-grown beef patty within THREE years?
As Tasneem recounts her story its clear to see the underlying passion and purpose that motivates her and drives her team, it also doesn't hurt that their is an unmistakable intelligence that has allowed her to methodically navigate an industry she has had to learn on the fly.
As a Self Starter Tasneem's success highlights that not having an understanding of "how things work" is not an adequate excuse. Additionally, we learn why having a deep sense of purpose and ownership of your own venture can change the way one frames the stressors of working life, such that you have more time and energy than ever before.
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