Rachel Maranhão is a co-founder of MABE Bio, a biotechnology startup that merges technology with Brazilian biodiversity to create sustainable new materials such as biocouples, bioplastics, and biocomposites. MABE Bio is driven by a mission to alter the current production paradigm and foster regeneration through consumption itself. Under Rachel’s leadership, MABE Bio has focused on exploring the potential of native Brazilian plants, often considered waste, to develop alternatives like bioleather and bioplastic, contributing significantly to sustainable industrial practices. Her efforts have not only led to securing substantial investments for scaling innovative solutions but have also positioned MABE Bio at the forefront of ecological innovation in Brazil. Rachel Maranhão’s work exemplifies a commitment to environmental stewardship through the integration of cutting-edge technology and traditional knowledge, aiming to create products that exist in harmony with the environment.