# Maricel Saenz

> Founder Compound Foods and Minus Coffee - First Beanless Coffee Brand

Founder and CEO with over a decade of experience building startups at the intersection of food, climate, and biotechnology. I founded Compound Foods, a venture backed company developing sustainable alternatives to climate vulnerable commodities such as coffee and cocoa, and raised more than $10M from leading investors.

My expertise includes fundraising, startup strategy, partnerships, commercialization, storytelling, and navigating the realities of building a company from zero to scale. I have experience working with large CPG companies, developing strategic partnerships, building high performing teams, and bringing innovative products to market.

As one of the few Latina solo female founders to raise significant venture capital in food tech, I am also passionate about supporting founders through the personal side of entrepreneurship, including resilience, leadership, and mental health.

## Offerings

- Video call (15 min): $100.00

## Links

- [Expert profile](/MaricelSaenz)
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