The Zymergen Mafia
7 people came through Zymergen and went on to found or lead other companies.
Alex RosayProduct Operations ManagerFounded Cascade Biocatalysts +1David BeyerInvestorFounded ChartioMatt OckoDirectorFounded DcvcKarthik RamanSenior Product Manager, AutomationFounded Persist AIChristopher ShelnerStaff Program ManagerFounded Persist AIYongjin ParkScientist IFounded 1849 bioDavid BeyerInvestorFounded Chartio
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Zymergen mafia?
- The Zymergen mafia is the network of 7 people who came through Zymergen and went on to found or lead other companies, including Cascade Biocatalysts, Chartio, Dcvc, Persist AI, 1849 bio.
- Who is in the Zymergen mafia?
- Notable members include Alex Rosay (Cascade Biocatalysts), David Beyer (Chartio), Matt Ocko (Dcvc), Karthik Raman (Persist AI), Christopher Shelner (Persist AI), Yongjin Park (1849 bio), David Beyer (Chartio).
- What companies did Zymergen alumni found?
- Companies founded by Zymergen alumni include Cascade Biocatalysts, Chartio, Dcvc, Persist AI, 1849 bio.






