Julia Gil N. Martin, a food science intern at Hoxton Farms, shares her journey in alternative proteins and her passion for animal welfare and the environment. She discusses her work at Hoxton Farms, focusing on cultivated fat research and making animal-free products appealing. She offers advice on finding strengths and pursuing impactful opportunities in the alternative protein space.

Sophia Retchin is the first student on the podcast. She tells how she was able to intern at multiple alternative protein companies and organizations during her studies including Improved Nature, The Good Food Institute, Aleph Farms, Peace of Meat, and MeaTech. She also started the Chapel Hill Alt. Protein Project. Her advice is to reach out to different organizations in this field and offer to do volunteer work or a side project for them as well as express your passion.

Nicole Cheng shares her experience trying to find a job in the alternative protein field right after graduating from university to eventually becoming an Associate Process Development Engineer at Perfect Day. She explains how learning as much as you can about the companies in the alternative protein industry can help you to get a job and how you should not be afraid to pursue your dreams.Also, here is a link to the GFI alternative protein company database.

Andrew Sayles shares his journey about how he eventually was able to land his current job as a Business Operations Manager at Mission Barns. He tells how he carefully followed the alternative protein industry and developed his skills while patiently waiting for the right time for the industry to require someone with his skills. His advice to immerse yourself in this industry and reaching out to others is a fantastic way to get started in this field. Also, here is a link to the Cambridge University Alt. Protein Society Alternative Protein Fundamentals Programme where I first met Andrew.

This episode is an introduction to the Cultivating Careers in Alternative Proteins Podcast and provides context and background information about the podcast.Here is a link to the Career Guide for Ending Factory Farming, which this podcasts serves as an extension to.