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Our Team

Founded by highly experienced executives from the life sciences industry, we apply our collective industry knowledge, experience and professional network to accelerate the commercialization of our Client's products and technologies. Each team member possesses deep knowledge of biosciences and high technology industries supported by a broad understanding of the business issues therein. In fact, with many decades of technical and business experience within both small and large companies, we have helped companies from the idea level through to initial public offerings or acquisition in the following segments of the life sciences industry:

  • Stem Cell Biology & Regenerative Medicine
  • Cancer Research
  • Molecular Diagnostics
  • Bio-Manufacturing
  • Drug Discovery - Drug Delivery & Toxicology
  • Medical Devices

Our extensive management experience and skills in the life sciences industry range from functional areas of general management and business development to commercial operations, cGMP manufacturing, technology development and information technology. Additionally, we have expertise and experience in both domestic and international markets working with: researchers, process development teams, operations professionals in research institutions, start-up technology businesses, emerging biotechnology companies and established pharmaceutical firms.

 

Founding Partners
 
Eric CornavacaEric Cornavaca
Partner

With over 19 years in the Life Sciences industry, Eric possesses detailed knowledge of process sciences, intellectual property, licensing, manufacturing operations and strategic business development necessary to commercialize innovative discoveries.

 
Anthony JohnsonAnthony Johnson
Partner

Anthony's ability to assess product concepts and market potential brings confidence to the opportunity evaluation process. With considerable experience in sales and marketing business strategy, early stage funding, collaboration and joint ventures, he brings a creative perspective to achieving desired results for each opportunity.

 
Vic NoleVic Nole
Strategic Advisor

Having over 20 years of experience in the Life Sciences industry, Vic has continually created and implemented business plans to significantly improve and define competitive advantage in the marketplace. An accomplished strategist, he has actively led or participated in product licensing, business acquisition/integration and major capital expansion projects.

 

Associates
 
 Aldona Cytraus, Strategic Associate

Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property:  With a wealth of experience in research administration, leading research resource facilities and facilitating technology transfer, Aldona is often recognized for her unique ability to implement operating plans, facilitate change and build long lasting businesses arising from academic technologies. As a seasoned, versatile finance and operations executive and a certified public accountant, she provides expertise in areas such as: strategic business planning, budgeting and valuation, operations design and start-up, management, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and process reengineering.

 
 Ellen Hassett, Strategic Associate

Technology Education & Training:  With over 20 years experience providing strategic consulting and training programs, Ellen works with senior management from public and private sector Clients on issues related to strategic planning, market research, competitive intelligence and business development support. An authority on implementing action plans and sales/marketing tools, she is deeply aware of the key trends fueling growth and expansion in markets such as: High-Technology, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Environment, Financial Services and Government Markets.

 
 Greg Remy, Strategic Associate

Product Research & Development:  Greg brings over 18 years of Life Sciences industry experience spanning research, product management, operations, marketing and business development. His technical understanding of biopharma, medical devices, oncology, cardiology, IVF and diagnostics plays an integral role in advancing product development from concept to commercialization.

 
 Shawn Smith, Strategic Associate

Cell Biology:  With detailed knowledge of both technical and commercial aspects of biotech/biopharma, Shawn has extensive relationships with some of the leading Life Sciences companies. He's been involved in biological drug markets from the beginning of mAB therapy. His ability to mix scientific fundamentals with business acumen makes him a unique resource when moving from lab to market.

 

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