Symbio Bioculinary is pleased to announce that Travis H. Wyman, Ph.D. has joined our advisory board, bringing a rare combination of formal genetics expertise and hands-on personal practice in koji and mold-based fermentation. Travis holds a doctorate in genetics and has spent his career studying the molecular and genomic underpinnings of living systems. His experience…

Elliott Notrica is the Founder and CEO of Symbio Bioculinary, a precision fermentation startup based in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. Founded in 2022 from a deep passion for microbial fermentation, Symbio deploys on-site biorefinery systems that convert food manufacturing waste into high-value ingredients. At the heart of Symbio’s technology is Aspergillus oryzae, a food-safe fungus with centuries…

Symbio Bioculinary LLC, a precision fermentation company transforming food waste into high-value ingredients, today announced that Charles Ross, Vice President & General Manager, Americas at Natara, has joined its advisory board. With more than 25 years of experience commercializing food and specialty ingredients, Mr. Ross brings a proven record of building go-to-market organizations, scaling start-up…

Symbio Bioculinary is excited to introduce Nikolai Valencia Glushchenko, a dedicated chemist who is making strides in the realms of sustainability and sales at our company. With a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from St. Ambrose University, Nikolai brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to the team. His motivation to pursue a career…

Omar holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, which gave him a strong grounding in microbiology and laboratory sciences. That foundation sparked a lasting curiosity about biological systems — how they work, how they fail, and how they improve — ultimately drawing him toward fermentation as both a discipline and a craft. At Symbio, he builds…

Symbio Bioculinary LLC, an Illinois-based precision fermentation startup pioneering food waste upcycling through engineered biological systems, today announced the addition of Andrew Lusk, Esq. to its advisory board. Mr. Lusk brings a distinguished track record in technology, M&A, corporate finance, and real estate, further strengthening Symbio’s leadership as the company scales its operations and pursues…

Symbio Bioculinary is proud to announce the appointment of Jonathan Finau to its Advisory Board. A veteran of the food and bioscience industries, Jonathan brings a unique dual perspective: the rigorous operational excellence of global food giants and the agile strategy required for ‘0-to-1’ biomanufacturing.  Jonathan’s career is defined by his leadership in high-volume food…