Tessa Callaghan

Tessa Callaghan is an entrepreneur and operator with deep experience leading innovation from early-stage development through market adoption. She has built cross-sector partnerships and supply chains that enable scale, supporting impact-driven companies in refining strategy and expanding solutions that address pressing global challenges.

Most recently, Tessa was the Co-Founder and CEO of Keel Labs, an innovation platform harnessing the potential of the ocean to accelerate sustainable development. With a background in design and innovation, she spearheaded the global expansion of Keel Labs’ flagship product, Kelsun, connecting partners, brands, and manufacturers across the value chain to advance sustainability goals and transform the textile ecosystem. Her mission is to bridge disparate fields to unlock innovative, scalable solutions for a more sustainable future.

Before founding Keel Labs, Tessa worked in textile development and apparel design across multiple industries, gaining first-hand insight into the challenges and opportunities required for lasting, positive change in the sector.