Team Core Team: Connor Thalrose and Mike Bouwer are the co-founders of FENDR, a company born from their shared mission to reduce single-use waste and revolutionize global logistics through circular design. Their complementary skill sets, real-world sustainability experience, and entrepreneurial grit make them uniquely equipped to lead FENDR from startup to scale. Connor Thalrose — Co-Founder | Strategy, Product & OperationsConnor drives FENDR’s overall vision, strategic direction, product innovation, and operational execution. With a background in sustainable systems and logistics, he oversees the design and implementation of the FENDR box, from materials and durability testing to courier integration and supply chain optimization. His ability to align big-picture sustainability goals with practical, scalable infrastructure makes him central to the company’s mission. Strengths: End-to-end product devel