Karim Englemark Cassimjee, CEO of EnginZyme, on Cutting-Edge Developments in Biotechnology, Episode 77

From a KTH student to a visionary in green technology, Karim is changing the game to revolutionize eco-friendly chemical engineering for mass production. 

In this episode, Karim Englemark Cassimjee, CEO and co-founder of EnginZyme. A Swedish startup with the vision to make the chemical industry green by unlocking the potential in enzymes. Karim opens up about the growing opportunities in the biotech sector, juxtaposed with the fundraising difficulties that companies often face. Karim provides a glimpse into EnginZyme's groundbreaking technology, centered around self-biomanufacturing using enzymes. The technology aims to transform chemicals into greener alternatives, offering catalysts, processes, and end products that surpass traditional methods in terms of both cost-effectiveness and sustainability.

Karim discusses the challenges in scaling up operations and finding reliable partners, while EnginZyme remains dedicated to reducing CO2 emissions. He also talks about the company's aim to replace fossil-based products with bio-based alternatives, aspiring to become a go-to partner in the chemical industry for biosolutions.

Karim and EnginZyme are taking actionable steps to bring their vision to fruition. Listen and be inspired by the potential of EnginZyme's biosolutions in reshaping the future of the chemical industry and advancing sustainability goals.

Episode Highlights: 

• The main forces that have shaped Karim's business trajectory
• The challenges and difficulties faced by EnginZyme in raising funds in the capital market
• The novelty of EnginZyme's technology and its ability to transform the chemical industry
•  The current stage of progress in the world of industrial biotech and enzymes
• The ultimate vision of EnginZyme to have a significant impact on reducing CO2 emissions by replacing fossil-based products with bio-based alternatives is emphasized.
• The tangible action items for Karim, including continuing to scale up technology, focusing on commercialization, identifying reliable manufacturing partners, and working towards reducing CO2 equivalents.

About our Guest: 

Karim is the inventor of EnginZyme’s foundational technology and co-founded the company in 2014. He holds a PhD from KTH and a Postdoc from Stockholm University.

Links Supporting This Episode:

• EnginZyme Website | www.enginzyme.com
• Karim LinkedIn | Karim Engelmark Cassimjee
• Simon Leich LinkedIn | Simon Leich
• CS Partners Website | www.cs-partners.net