Taimio Team

Lars Nyman

Chief Gardener

Lars is a startup veteran, former marketing consultant and ex-Googler with a background in both science and business. Having mentored hundreds of businesses ranging from early stage Techstars startups to Fortune 500 companies, he’s helped bring countless products & strategies to light in the SaaS, education, FMCG space. Lars also has a lifelong passion for gardening & agriculture, and is in fact known to eat entire lettuces in one sitting.

Valeria Nyman

CPO

A seasoned UX & product designer, Valeria has crafted comprehensive product frameworks for a diverse array of companies, ranging from industry giants like P&G and Walmart to innovative climate-tech startups. With a robust technical and web-centric background, she not only excels in her field but also mentors aspiring designers. Additionally, Valeria is an accomplished illustrator, known for her unique habit of sketching apples and pears before savoring them.

Ivica Angelovski

Scientific Advisor

Ivica is a dedicated professional agronomist with over a wealth of experience in the field of agriculture production. He is currently engaged as Advisor Officer for Plant Health in the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Economy in the Republic of North Macedonia. An expert on organic farming, horticulture, vegetable production, integrated pest management, seed technology and soil management, his full list of qualifications run as tall as his cornstalks.