WE'RE PIONEERING THE KELP-VOLUTION.
We've created the world's first plant-based meat alternatives out of kelp, the superfood of the sea, and other whole foods. Using just a few ingredients, our products are some of the cleanest on the market. Not only are they packed with essential vitamins and minerals, but they're as good for the planet as they are for you!
Continue readingTHE JOURNEY SO FAR
AKUA’s co-founder Courtney Boyd Myers (aka CBM) first learned about regenerative ocean-farming through the Connecticut based non-profit GreenWave. She had long been hip to the health benefits of eating seaweeds and when she learned about the environmental and economic benefits too, she was hooked on getting more people to eat this virtuous sea vegetable.
On a mission to make kelp mainstream, we launched our first product “Kelp Jerky” in 2019.
With the pandemic underway and Kelp Jerky no longer new to the market, we rolled up our sleeves and got to work creating the Kelp Burger! The world's first plant-based burger made from KELP!
As May 2021 rolled around, we finally released our beloved Kelp Burgers to the world. They quickly became our top selling product, and from there we knew we were ready to start venturing into retail!
The Kelp Burger became available in retail stores and restaurants all over the US. And by July 2022, our newest product, the Krab Cake, was born!
We launched 4 new Kelp Burger skus to join the world's first Kelp Burger on retail shelves, including our AKUA x Nickelodeon SpongeBob SquarePants Kelp Patties in original and BBQ flavors.
THE AKUA TEAM
We're a woman-founded and women-led team on a mission to make kelp the new kale in order to improve the health of the planet and population for years to come.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’s climate fund just donated $100 million dollars to study the positive envinromental effects of seaweed farming
We launched our first product on Earth Day in 2019
we created the world's first kelp burger
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’s climate fund just donated $100 million dollars to study the positive envinromental effects of seaweed farming
We launched our first product on Earth Day in 2019
we created the world's first kelp burger
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’s climate fund just donated $100 million dollars to study the positive envinromental effects of seaweed farming
We launched our first product on Earth Day in 2019
we created the world's first kelp burger
Courtney Boyd Myers (Founder & CEO of AKUA) is an entrepreneur, environmentalist, writer, and new Mama to Romy Ocean. Prior to launching AKUA, she helped build the Summit Community, a global network of founders, creatives, and innovators. Previously, she helped market companies such as Four Sigmatic and Unframed Ice Cream. She began her career as a journalist at Forbes Magazine and The Next Web and has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business. She currently serves as an advisor to GreenWave.
Essi was born and raised in Finland but moved to New York after finding her dream job with an Organic Food Distributor over a decade ago. She has worked with CPG Startups ever since then and has a passion for all better for your products. Essi is a mama of 2 and is all about efficiency. You can find her “passive multitasking” at all times, like taking walking calls or listening to an audiobook while running. When offline, she loves to spend time with her family or travel to the tropics!
Prior to joining the AKUA team, Peter built and led product development and optimization for restaurants such as Burger King and Dennys. He worked to bring new and enhanced products to market including the Angus Steakburger, TenderCrisp Chicken Sandwiches, and Burger King's first Value Menu.
Doris started her career in the shipping industry as part of the Operations handling Buying and Procurement of raw materials. She is an accomplished and goal-driven manager with more than 20 years of experience in FMCG and the start-up world. Her favorite part of her job is knowing she is directly impacting the team's growth and helping customers enjoy a smooth experience.
Chess is AKUA's retail and food service sales expert. From restaurants to grocery stores, AKUA products are on shelf and in-stock thanks to her passion and diligence.
Brendan Coffey, co-founder of GreenWave, is a social entrepreneur with a background in building sustainable businesses. He holds a degree from Enstitute, where he apprenticed under the leaders of Shelby.tv and Sandbox. Previously, he ran business development for a cooperative of over 30 sustainable businesses and has been profiled by Forbes and CNBC.
As AKUA's first celebrity influencer, partner, and investor, Chelsea Kauai has shown us how impactful influencer partnerships can be. Her passion for human and environmental health, love for the ocean, and like-minded community has helped our brand reach millions.
World-renowned ocean-conservationist, environmental activist, and Sony Artisan & National Geographic contributing photographer, Cristina Mitty acts as an advisor to AKUA regarding our ocean-conservation efforts. As the co-founder of SeaLegacy, a conservation expedition bringing together the world's leading scientists, educators, influencers, and filmmakers to showcase the power of ocean solutions, Cristina provides AKUA with an unparalleled perspective.
Jarret Christie is a venture investor and board advisor focused on the future of food. His unique investment framework combines expertise in markets, nutrition, and consumer goods. Prior to providing capital and advisory services to entrepreneurs full-time, Jarret spent 14 years in the alternative investments industry at Bank of America, Citadel, and Cornerstone Macro.
Vegan chef, food allergen expert, and champion for the planet, Leslie is leading the plant-based movement that refuses to sacrifice deliciousness for sustainability. Walking the vegan path since childhood, the Italian American and Southern California native shares her meatless mindset on television and by creating award-winning, plant-based food programs hotels all over the world.
Grace Ramirez has become a world leader who brings her Latin American heritage and charisma to the vast audiences of Oceania and the Americas. A blend of celebrity power and rooted knowledge of the culinary complexity of Latin American tradition, Grace has made a life of her own design. She is committed to shaping the future with authentic vibrancy and sustained care for nourishment.
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