The Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council is a membership-driven organization. As a value to our members, we highlight their efforts and impact on the state’s advanced energy economy. Today, we highlight TAEBC Member Frederick Cawthon, Founder and CEO of Biocatalysis Creation. 

Why are you a part of TAEBC?

TAEBC brings together the ecosystem needed to accelerate energy innovation into investable, market-ready solutions. Being part of this network amplifies our shared mission to turn bold ideas into measurable impact—where clean energy technologies are not only scalable but financeable.

What value does TAEBC provide to your organization?

TAEBC connects Biocatalysis Creations LLC with influential stakeholders and forward-thinking partners across Tennessee’s advanced energy sector. This collaboration enhances our ability to bring waste-to-value infrastructure and battery technologies to market, while contributing to the state’s energy and economic leadership.

A Recent Win:

Frederick Cawthon, Founder of Biocatalysis Creations, was recently appointed by the Mayor of Nashville to the Solid Waste Regional Board, affirming his leadership in addressing regional infrastructure challenges and sustainable waste management. Biocatalysis was also selected for the Nashville Entrepreneur Center’s Twendé Accelerator Program, where the company is refining its business model, strengthening investor readiness, and advancing commercialization plans for waste-to-value and advanced materials technologies.