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Maija Itkonen
Alternative Protein Pioneer | Precision Fermentation & Sustainable Food Technology
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Maija Itkonen is a serial entrepreneur transforming the global food ecosystem through innovative biotechnology. As co-founder and CEO of Onego Bio, she leverages her extensive design and innovation expertise to produce sustainable egg proteins using precision fermentation technology.
Having successfully built and exited two tech companies, Itkonen brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial strategy and scientific vision to the alternative protein sector. Her work represents a critical intersection of design thinking, biotechnology, and sustainable food systems, demonstrating how cutting-edge science can address global nutritional challenges while reducing environmental impact.
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Maija Itkonen, Co-founder & CEO, Onego Bio | Slush 2025
Sustainability—Cutting Carbon, Not Corners: Maija Itkonen, Co-founder & CEO, Onego Bio Slush is the most founder-focused event on Earth, delivering actionable company-building advice while...
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