Chinova Bioworks CEO wins award at 2022 RBC Women of Influence awards
by CM Staff
The Innovation Award showcases a forward-thinking female entrepreneur who has recognized a new market, product, service, technological advancement, or opportunity and led the way.
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FREDERICTON — Chinova Bioworks announces that Natasha Dhayagude, CEO and Co-founder, is the recipient of the Innovation Award at the 2022 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards. Presented by Women of Influence, and now in their 30th year, the awards recognize the country’s leading female entrepreneurs who have made contributions to the local, Canadian or global economy.
“We are honoured to recognize the incredible achievements of this year’s award recipients,” says Alicia Skalin, Co-CEO & Head of Events, Women of Influence. “The economic impact they have had on our country during turbulent times has been nothing short of remarkable.”
Natasha Dhayagude was one of seven recipients celebrated at this year’s awards gala on November 23, following a nomination drive that saw over 9,000 nominations across the country. The Innovation Award showcases a forward-thinking female entrepreneur who has recognized a new market, product, service, technological advancement, or opportunity and led the way.
“Thank you, RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards and the Women of Influence, for naming me the 2022 Innovation winner. As a female role model, I want to empower women to become impactful leaders, especially in STEM, and encourage them to do the same. I have been able to foster that throughout Chinova,” said Natasha Dhayagude, CEO and Co-founder of Chinova Bioworks. “My co-founder and I started the company to make a difference in the food industry by developing natural, clean-label food and beverage ingredients that reduce food waste. It is truly amazing to receive this honour and see these wonderful organizations recognize our hard work.”
Chinova upcycles the stems of white button mushrooms, usually thrown away by farmers, to develop Chiber™ (mushroom extract), a preservation ingredient. Manufacturers using Chiber™ reportedly improve their finished products’ quality while providing value throughout the supply chain.
