The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Angela Ivanova, co-founder and CEO of LAM’ON
Join us for an interview with Angela Ivanova, the co-founder and CEO of LAM’ON Compostable Films, a Bulgarian company at the forefront of sustainable packaging solutions. Angela shares her journey of addressing one of the most pressing environmental challenges: the 1.2 million metric tons of laminated paper wasted annually. LAM’ON has developed bio-based, compostable laminating […] The post The…
In an interview with the EU-Startups Podcast, Angela Ivanova, co-founder and CEO of LAM’ON Compostable Films, discusses the company's mission to tackle the pressing issue of 1.2 million metric tons of laminated paper waste generated annually. LAM’ON has created bio-based, compostable laminating films and packaging foils that seamlessly integrate with paper recycling, providing a circular economy solution that doesn’t compromise quality.
Angela reflects on the challenges of building LAM’ON from the ground up, including navigating the gender gap in entrepreneurship and her personal motivation to focus on biodegradable materials. She also touches upon the difficulties encountered during product development, industry adoption, and scaling the startup within Bulgaria.
The conversation further delves into the real-world impact of LAM’ON's innovations. Angela shares insights on how companies are transitioning to compostable films, the obstacles to widespread adoption, and the question of whether customers are motivated by genuine environmental concern or regulatory pressures.
Looking ahead, Angela examines the role of technology, infrastructure, and consumer behavior in making compostable packaging mainstream within the next five years.
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