With a solid foundation in cell biology and over a decade of experience in consulting and in vitro testing for the cosmetics industry, Anna leads as our CEO/CSO. She is the dynamic force spearheading product development, focusing on the safety and efficacy testing of our products. Anna's responsibilities extend to nurturing partnerships, managing investor relations, and safeguarding our intellectual property, ensuring a harmonious blend of scientific innovation and strategic business leadership.

A scientist at heart with an entrepreneur’s mindset, brings a rich background in biotechnology and bioprocess development to his role as our COO. With years of experience in commercial research and technology transfer, including insights from top WIPO experts, he is a cornerstone of our team. At the helm of operations, Mārtiņš is pivotal in ensuring the financial sustainability of our company, adeptly managing projects and administration. He also plays a key role in IP protection and oversees the coordination of our manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and innovation at every step.

At the helm of our business strategy and development, Jānis Lindermanis is instrumental in steering our company's growth trajectory. His profound understanding of market dynamics and knack for cultivating robust partnerships fuel our continuous expansion and success. Merging strategic foresight with hands-on business savvy, Jānis is the driving force behind our sustainable and progressive growth, ensuring our position at the forefront of the industry.

Aiga combines her scientific expertise in environmental science and material innovation with a strategic vision for business growth. As Sales Project Director, she leads the global introduction of our active ingredients developed through sustainable biotechnology. With a focus on cultivating long-term relationships, Aiga works closely with cosmetic brands to strengthen our international distributor network, scale the impact of our cellular farming technology, and position Alternative Plants as a trusted partner in reshaping the future of natural cosmetic ingredients.

Madara has evolved in her career and now leads as our Quality Manager, bringing her extensive experience in biotechnological manufacturing to the forefront. At Alternative Plants, she oversees all aspects of quality assurance, focusing on maintaining and enhancing our standards in line with ISO regulations. Her role is integral to ensuring the highest quality in our plant cell cultivation processes and the production of cell biomass-derived ingredients, underpinning our commitment to excellence in every product we deliver.

Volodymyr is an experienced biomedical researcher specializing in in vitro testing of toxicity, biocompatibility, and immunological properties of novel materials and bioactive compounds. With a strong background in cell biology and assay development, he focuses on evaluating cellular responses, cytokine profiles, and immune modulation to ensure the safety and efficacy of products. At Alternative Plants, Volodymyr contributes to the biological characterization of plant-derived ingredients and supports innovation through the use of advanced in vitro models for safety and biocompatibility assessment.

Equipped with a solid grounding in biology and biomedical research, Laura contributes her expertise to our product manufacturing and development. Working in tandem with our biotechnologists and quality manager, she plays a crucial role in the cultivation of plant cells and the production of cell biomass-derived ingredients. Laura's diligence is integral to our commitment to quality control and the high standard of our innovative offerings.

With a strong foundation in biotechnology and hands-on process development, Kārlis brings essential expertise to our production workflows at Alternative Plants. Collaborating closely with our biotechnologists and quality team, he plays a key role in plant cell cultivation, biomass processing, and ingredient manufacturing. Driven by genuine curiosity and a true biotechnologist’s spirit, Kārlis is deeply involved in scaling production methods and ensuring technical excellence at every step — whether in optimizing bioreactor conditions or refining downstream processes.

Aleksandrs brings microbiology expertise to the team, specialising in process optimisation within small-scale bioreactors. As a Biotechnologist Assistant, he focuses on testing and refining cultivation conditions for new, non–plant-cell ingredient platforms. Working closely with our biotechnologists, he helps transform early ideas into efficient, reproducible processes. His precision, curiosity, and hands-on approach make Aleksandrs an important contributor to the development of our next-generation biotechnological products.

Matīss Ričards Baumanis brings a results-driven mindset to his role as Sales Project Manager, combining strong communication skills with a sharp understanding of customer needs and project delivery. With leadership experience in fast-paced biotech environments and business development training from Copenhagen Business School, he ensures every sales initiative is aligned with value creation. His ability to build trust, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and drive projects forward makes him a key contributor to commercial growth.