Ben Lamm is the CEO of Colossal Biosciences. Lamm is based in USA. Lamm has held the role since 2021. Lamm was born in 1981 in Texas.
Ben Lamm is an American billionaire entrepreneur. He is best known for partnering with George Church on the idea for de-extinction and founding a venture capital-backed startup known as Colossal to support Church's work in the development of genetic engineering and reproductive technology. As of 2026, his net worth is $3.9 billion.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Colossal Biosciences' expansion of de-extinction and genetic preservation initiatives, including the development of artificial womb technology, establishment of a global genetic vault to preserve multiple species, and a new federal partnership framed as a "modern-day Noah's Ark." The company has also attracted significant venture funding, with a Series C round valuing it at $10.2 billion, while Ben Lamm has simultaneously launched an AI spinoff company valued at $3.8 billion that is targeting aging-related challenges.
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- 1981 · Texas
- Citizenship
- United States
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Ben Lamm: FAQ
- Who is Ben Lamm?
- Ben Lamm is the Co-Founder & CEO of Colossal Biosciences, based in USA.
- What company does Ben Lamm lead?
- Ben Lamm is CEO of Colossal Biosciences, a role held since 2021.