BUGPRODUCT DEVELOPER | M.SC. FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY

JAMINA ZAUGG

Tell me something about yourself in 3-5 sentences.

In short: I love life. I like to be on the go, I can't sit on the sofa at home and I'm open to new experiences. Be it work, sport or being out with friends.

How did you come up with the idea of ​​BugBell?

The basic idea was not to use insects as an alternative! Just making healthy food. There
But the question arises: What does healthy mean? The wealth of information and the lack of transparency in the feed declaration makes it almost impossible for pet owners to understand. Therefore we dealt with the topics: Which food is really good for my dog? And can't I do more for the environment at the same time?

What is important to you personally?

Bringing the conscious use of resources closer! And
not only for us humans, but also for our furry friends. We're still a few years behind.

What do you enjoy most about your work?

Being able to have an overview of the whole: That means
track, adjust and optimize everything from concept to happy customer.

What is your favorite thing to do in your free time?

Browse through Get Your Guide (free advertising 😉), experience crazy promotions & turn them into memories.

BUGPOINT COUNTER | MA GENERAL MANAGEMENT

ARNE MUES

Tell me something about yourself in 3-5 sentences.

I originally come from the automotive industry and worked as an engineer and department head. There I was responsible for the global planning of complex production facilities. I am an absolute globetrotter. So I lived in Mexico for a total of 2 years and in China for 3 years.

How did you get to BugBell?

When I came back from Mexico after my two-year stay, I really wanted to do something with insects. Insects have long been socially accepted in Asia and Mexico. When I told this idea to a friend, she replied: “I know another crazy person who wants to make dog food with insects.” Since I am an absolute dog person, I was hooked. That's how I came to BugBell in 2017.

What is important to you?

When I got Aya, I asked myself what the right dog food was. I was very overwhelmed and didn't know which food I could trust. It is therefore important to me to offer dogs food that is healthy and 100% transparent. An open declaration (which often does NOT exist in the pet food industry) is the basis.

What do you enjoy most at work?

Since I previously worked in a corporation, I really appreciate the flexibility and versatility that BugBell brings. In a young startup, everyone ultimately has to do everything, from logistics, production, sales to marketing, etc. Making your own ideas come true is something great.

What do you like to do most in your free time?

I love being active! Kitesurfing, diving, gym, cycling. I also recently became a dad and I really enjoy playing with my little “minime” and being out and about with him.

BUGMARKETING MANAGER | MA MEDIA CULTURE AND GLOBALIZATION

CHRISTINE LUX

Tell me something about yourself in 3-5 sentences.

Hello, I am a Christian, from Bremen, dog crazy and in love with nature. Since the beginning of 2023 I have been working as a Junior Online Marketing Manager for BugBell. After completing my training as a wholesale and foreign trade clerk, I studied communication and media sciences as well as media culture and globalization.

How did you get to BugBell?

Luckily for me, BugBell offered a position in online marketing right after I finished my studies. Bugtastic! What could be better than a job related to dogs, nutrition and sustainability?

What is important to you?

I have grown up with dogs since I was a child, so I know how important nutrition is for a dog's healthy and long life.
The topic is so vast and complicated that it should gain more attention and transparency. BugBell's products represent what is important to me as a dog owner: feeding my four-legged friend according to their needs, 100% transparent declaration and sustainability.

What do you enjoy most?

Working with the friendly BugBell team and developing new creative content for social networks. This includes, among other things, planning and creating content, such as taking photos, shooting videos and writing texts.

What do you like to do most in your free time?

In my free time, I like to spend time with our BugFeelGoodManager Nala and go hiking in nature with her and our dog friends.

BUGQUALITYMANAGER

AYA

Tell me something about yourself in 3-5 sentences.

I'm snowy, when Arne rides his bike, I run ahead like lightning. And I'm always hungry! I'm looking for something tasty to eat all day long. If necessary, I also eat rabbit bait.

How did you get to BugBell?

Arne thinks he brought me to BugBell... but it was the other way around. It has been my plan for a long time to work in the pet food industry and produce good dog food! And then eat!

What do you enjoy most at work?

I am responsible for quality control and test BugBell products every day. When I'm done with it, I take a break from my stressful job or make sure Arne gets a break and go out with him.

What do you like to do most in your free time?

Eat! Sleep! Run! Play!

BUGFEELGOODMANAGER

NALA

Tell me something about yourself in 3-5 sentences.

I'm Nala and, according to my dog ​​mom Christin, I'm the best, sweetest and most well-behaved dog in the whole world. Personally, I see it very differently that I can be really annoying sometimes 😉 I was born in 2021 and was adopted by Christin when I was no longer wanted in a family. But I now have a really great dog life with lots of love, great cuddles and varied hiking tours.

How did you get to BugBell?

Because my dog ​​mom started at BugBell (which, by the way, has the best and healthiest dog biscuits in the world), I was able to immediately start my career as a BugFeelGood Manager. I sometimes cause a bit of turmoil in the team, but the work has to remain exciting.

What is important to you?

First and foremost - snack on bug cookies - my favorite flavor is banana & chia seeds, so that I can do my important job as BugFeelGood Manager at full speed.
Apart from that, the health of my fellow dogs is of course important to me. I want to do my part to ensure that all of my dog ​​friends can live long and healthy lives.

What do you like to do most in your free time?

In addition to long hiking tours with my dog ​​parents, I love the German North and Baltic Sea coasts. It's so much fun playing in the sand with my dog ​​friends. But I have no objection to long naps with lots of cuddles.