26th North American Mushroom Conference  |  20th Congress International Society for Mushroom Science

Gavin McIntyre

Gavin McIntyre

Co-Founder & CEO
Ecovative

Gavin McIntyre, co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Ecovative, is building a  bridge between groundbreaking mushroom science and everyday consumer needs. Under his guidance, Ecovative has emerged as a leading force in weaving mycelium technology into a diverse range of products and industries at global scale. Through collaborations with renowned brands, Gavin seamlessly integrates fungal technology into sectors like proteins, fashion, protective packaging, and construction. A mechanical engineer by training, Gavin was instrumental in Ecovative’s foundational research, and his ingenuity is reflected in the company’s numerous patents. Gavin is an advocate for the transformative power of mycelium in steering manufacturing toward sustainable practices that harmonize with nature.