Consumer tech is hard, but few people do it better than Matt Rogers, co-founder of Nest and now founder of Mill, a new startup that aims to turn dinner scraps into planet-saving treasures.
The Mill shot to fame last year after spending some time quietly refining an easy-to-use kitchen accessory: a trash can, hiding the complexities of its hardware and software. Matt Rogers' latest product turns food waste into compost by breakfast time, which can then be spread in your garden or sent back to the Mill to feed chickens, creating a circular economy.
Matt Rogers will bring his trademark energy and insight to TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, taking place in San Francisco from October 28-30.
Who is Matt Rogers?
His résumé says it all: After a stint at Apple working on software for the iPod and early iPhones, he co-founded home automation startup Nest, which was soon sold to Google for $3.2 billion, reinventing household staples like thermostats and smoke detectors in the process.
Now, together with Mill, he continues his mission to bring joy to forgotten parts of the home. In this fireside interview with Matt Rogers, we discover the secrets behind making great consumer products, uncover Mill's plans to reduce the home's carbon footprint, and hear why climate tech is one of the most important sectors of the century.
About TechCrunch Disrupt 2024
TechCrunch Disrupt is where you'll find innovation at every stage of your startup journey. Whether you're a budding founder with a revolutionary idea, a seasoned startup looking to scale, or an investor looking for the next big thing, TechCrunch Disrupt provides unparalleled resources, connections, and expert insights to drive your venture forward. This year's event will take place in San Francisco from October 28-30, and will attract more than 10,000 startup leaders.
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