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BERKELEY, CALIF. — Upside Foods has promoted Kevin Kayser and hired Sean Edgett.
Mr. Kayser has been promoted from the company’s senior vice president of research and development to chief scientific officer. Mr. Kayser, who has been with the cultivated meat company since 2018, has led the R&D efforts for almost five years. Mr. Kayser brings with him over 30 years of experience in biotech industries and a has doctorate degree in microbiology.
In his new role as CSO, Mr. Kayser will oversee the company’s scientific strategy, all R&D efforts and collaborate with academic and industry partners.
“As I reflect upon my past four years at Upside, I’m filled with gratitude for the hard work and dedication of my team,” Mr. Kayser said. “In a relatively short amount of time, we’ve achieved scientific breakthroughs that were once deemed insurmountable. As we enter our next chapter, I look forward to continuing to help drive the innovation that will progress us toward a more sustainable and equitable food system.”
Mr. Edgett, who was the former general counsel at Twitter for 10 years, is the company’s new chief legal officer. Mr. Edgett has more than 20 years of experience in the legal profession.
In his new role at Upside Foods, Mr. Edgett will take over the legal compliances, IP, regulatory and government affairs for the company.
“Being a part of Upside Foods is an incredible opportunity to help build an innovative and sustainable food system,” Mr. Edgett said. “With their historic regulatory accomplishments and exciting launches ahead, I’m excited to help navigate the complexities that come with pioneering a new industry so that we can drive our mission forward.”
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