PACT announces the strategic hiring of Zuleyka Strasner as VP of Strategy.

Bringing the science, quality and, crucially, the impact needed to make a difference, we are focused on creating biomaterials that are truly scalable in their application. As we scale our product, we’re also excited to scale our team.

Today we’re proud to be welcoming an exceptional leader, Zuleyka Strasner, to our rapidly growing ranks.?

Zuleyka joins PACT with a track record of driving impactful and sustainable innovation. As the former Founder and CEO of Zero, a zero-waste grocery delivery service in California, Zuleyka raised $18M in funding and grew the business over five years to become the largest sustainable online grocery delivery platform in the States. She grew the company to service two cities, employing over 250 people and achieving $6M in annualized revenue. Her deep expertise in sustainability, venture capital, and entrepreneurship has been instrumental in pioneering and? scaling eco-conscious solutions.

Zuleyka’s relationship with PACT is not new. She has long been a champion and collaborator and will be pivotal in helping shape the future direction of our company. In her new role as VP of Strategy, Zuleyka will lead PACT’s strategic initiatives, helping us navigate the complex landscape of sustainable innovation and positioning us for long-term success.

Zuleyka has long been a trailblazer in the startup world, named Inc. 100 Female Founders in 2021 she went on to win the StartOut Next Generation Award, featuring on MSNBC several times and making various other media appearances.? Across her career in the technology sector working with a diverse range of startups and funds, Zuleyka has helped raise over $200 million in capital and hired over 400 individuals.

“We’re thrilled to have Zuleyka officially join PACT,” said Dr Yudi Ding, Co-Founder and CEO of PACT. “Her vision, leadership, and passion for sustainable business have already made a significant impact, and we’re confident that her expertise will continue to propel PACT forward as we scale and grow.”

Zuleyks joins as the second woman on our leadership team following the announcement of Candice Koo, VP of Growth earlier this week. With Zuleyka on board, PACT reinforces its commitment to delivering cutting-edge, climate-responsible biomaterials solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible.