Enzymes of America - extracting enzymes from human urine

Enzymes of America

The company Enzymes of America, originally focused on extracting enzymes from human urine for medical research, faced challenges after the 1987 stock market crash. Despite this setback, the company managed to survive by maintaining a core business that generated revenue. Earl Braxton, the founder, eventually shifted his focus to portable toilets and created Porta John Industries Inc. as a new entity. The company's journey from urine enzymes to portable toilets showcases the resilience and adaptability of entrepreneurs in the biotech industry.1