Keel Labs
Keel Labs is a sustainable materials innovation company that develops climate-friendly textile solutions using ocean-based resources, primarily seaweed, to reduce the environmental impact of the fashion industry.
At a Glance
- Fashion and Apparel
- Textile Manufacturing
- Sustainability-focused Brands
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Latest News
Outerknown To Release Its Iconic Blanket Shirt In A First-Of-Its-Kind Seaweed-Based Fiber
Keel Labs and Mr. Bailey Unveil Starboard Vest Made from Seaweed Fiber
Keel Labs Unveils First-Ever T-Shirt Made From Seaweed-Based Kelsun™ Fiber
Stella McCartney presents Sustainable Market of material innovations at COP28
Products & Services
A 100% bio-based and biodegradable fiber made from seaweed-derived biopolymers, designed as a sustainable replacement for cotton and synthetics.
A collaborative product debut with designer Mr. Bailey featuring Kelsun fiber.
Market Position
Positioned as a 'plug-and-play' sustainable fiber innovator that leverages regenerative marine resources to bypass the environmental pitfalls of land-based agriculture.
Leadership
Founders
Aleksandra Gosiewski
Co-founder and CEO. Alumna of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in Fashion Design. Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree.
Tessa Callaghan
Co-founder and former CEO. Alumna of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree.
Aaron Nesser
Co-founder. Industrial Designer and expert in biomaterials.
Executive Team
Aleksandra Gosiewski
Co-founder & CEO
Fashion Design expert and entrepreneur, leading Keel Labs' strategic vision.
Chris Mekeel, PhD
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Expert in material science and chemistry, leading the development of seaweed-based biopolymers.
Founding Story
Keel Labs was founded by design students Tessa Callaghan and Aleksandra Gosiewski at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) to address the issue of textile waste. They sought to transform material science by using seaweed-derived biopolymers to create a regenerative, low-impact fiber alternative to conventional textiles.
Business Model
Revenue Model
B2B fiber supply to the fashion and textile industry through brand partnerships and licensing.
Target Markets
- Fashion and Apparel
- Textile Manufacturing
- Sustainability-focused Brands
- Sustainable fashion apparel
- Knitwear and woven textiles
- Replacement for conventional cotton and polyester fibers
- Luxury and mass-market fashion applications
- Outerknown
- Mr. Bailey
- Stella McCartney