Andreas Heyl

Supporting Bold Ideas & Investing into the Future

Neustadt an der Weinstrasse, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

About

With over 25 years of experience in the chemical, biochemical, and food ingredient sectors, combined with the insights gained from building a successful and well-funded synthetic biology start-up, I am now dedicated to giving back to the community. My extensive journey enables me to bridge the gap between industry, investors, and founders. My core competencies as an advisor and consultant include: Comprehensive Analysis of: + Strengths of Technical Teams and Set-Ups + New Product Value Propositions + Chemical and Biochemical Processes + Cost Structures + Applications and Go-to-Market Strategies Acceleration & Strategic Partnerships: + Translating analysis into actionable improvement proposals + Setting priorities to speed-up developments + Enhancing ideas by identifying and recommending the right partners Focus on Outcomes: + Coaching teams to achieve excellence + Ensuring effective implementation + Celebrating successes and milestones

Experience

  • CTO at Formo
    Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    Rebuilding dairy to create a just and resilient food system.

  • Executive Principal at Dr. Andreas Heyl Consulting & Coaching
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • Board Member at DigiChem
    Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Innovation Manager at SPRIND - Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen
    May 2025 - Dec 2025 · 8 mos

  • CTO & Co-Founder at Insempra
    Nov 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Building the foundation and driving the further development of an efficient and market oriented bio-tech start-up. Bringing together technologies, top talents and customers to fulfill the increasing need for sustainable solutions.