James Rogers

Founder

Co-founder and former CEO of Apeel Sciences. PhD in Materials Science from UC Santa Barbara. Stepped down as CEO in Feb 2024.

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Founder

Companies

1 company
Apeel Sciences $715M
Private Founder

Apeel Sciences develops plant-derived, edible coatings that extend the shelf life of fresh produce by slowing water loss and oxidation. Founded with a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation grant, the company's FDA-approved coatings are made from lipids found in fruit peels, enabling longer freshness without refrigeration. Used by major retailers including Costco, Kroger, and Walmart.

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