LEADERSHIP Committed to improving the life-long health of all infants, Evolve brings together an exceptional leadership team of innovators in the areas of nutrition, health and life sciences. David Kyle, PhD Chief Scientific Officer Dr. David Kyle, CSO of Evolve Biosystems Inc, is a 35-year veteran of biotechnology, having co-founded biotech companies in the fields of nutrition and health (including Martek Biosciences, which was acquired in 2011 for $1.1 Billion). At Martek, Dr. Kyle led R&D and Commercial Development for over 15 years through multiple private financings and an IPO in 1993. Martek’s DHA and ARA products are now found in virtually all infant formulas around the world. In 2000 he co-founded the US Chapter of the Mother and Child Foundation, a philanthropic organization headquartered in London, UK, dedicated to preserve and protect the health of pregnant women and their children through better nutrition. In 2013, David joined Evolve BioSystems as employee #2 and has led the Company as Managing Director and then CEO through several private equity financings and finally moving to Chairman of the Board in 2017 when Tim Brown took over as CEO. David combines a distinguished scientific background with significant commercial acumen, has published over 70 scientific articles, edited two books, is the named inventor on over 350 patents, of which over 100 have been issued worldwide, and was inducted into the US Technology Hall of Fame in 2009, for his contributions to Science and Industry. Sandy Argabrite Chief Financial Officer Serving as CFO of Evolve BioSystems, Sandy brings over 25 years of finance experience in consumer goods, most recently as CFO for Quest Nutrition, makers of top-selling Quest Protein Bar. He has extensive overseas experience with Procter & Gamble as CFO for their Japanese business and other leadership positions in China. He played major roles in key acquisitions and divestitures, as well as major brand launches including Prilosec OTC. Sandy graduated from ULCA and received his MBA from Cornell. Grady Grant, RPh SVP, Medical Sales Grady is an experienced executive with over 25 years of leading sales, marketing, and operations in the Biotechnology Industry. He has a broad executive leadership background across sales and sales operations, integrating the execution across functions and delivering sales performance. He offers expertise in building sales teams and effectively integrating execution across each key function in major corporations. In his career, which spans from Eli Lilly and Company along with Mead Johnson Nutrition, he has held responsibilities for the B2B segments, Hospital, Chain Pharmacy, Wholesalers, and Nursing Homes, launching multiple successful brands in various therapeutic categories. Grady is a graduate of Temple University. He earned a degree in pharmacy, Executive Education training, General Management Program, Duke Fuqua School of business, Executive Education Corporate Governance, Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Business. He serves on the boards of Aptevo Therapeutics and the Board of Visitors at Temple University School of Pharmacy. Dr. Minhthy Nguyen, PhD SVP, Research & Development Dr. Minhthy Nguyen brings over 20 years of scientific leadership, with numerous peer-reviewed publications, funded grants and patents. He has led research programs in academic and industry settings, including the development and global commercialization of both consumer-packaged goods and medical nutritionals. Prior to joining Evolve, Dr. Nguyen held leadership positions at Mead Johnson Nutrition, DuPont Nutrition & Health, Solae, LLC and Abbott Nutrition. Dr. Nguyen received his bachelor degree in Biochemistry from the University of California, Davis and his doctorate in Food Science & Nutrition from Ohio State University, where he examined the role of food processing on the bioavailability of dietary carotenoids as a USDA Fellow. Samara Freeman, PhD Director, IP & Regulatory Affairs As an Evolve co-founder, Samara brings 15 years of experience in gastrointestinal physiology research. In her previous role as Assistant Director of Business Development at the UC Davis Foods for Health Institute, Samara helped launch the Milk Bioactives Program, lead research collaborations both in the US and internationally, and continues to serve as an invited speaker at numerous conferences world-wide. Robin Flannery Director, Clinical Development & Operations Robin began her career as a bench scientist, while her interest in patient outcomes guided her to Clinical Operations. She has applied her passion and expertise to start-up through global companies such as Novartis. Robin was part of the clinical team that developed the world’s first approved stem cell drug, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of clinical trials coordination and an expertise in unique regulatory pathways. Michael Russell, PhD Sr. Director, Technical Operations Michael has 15 years of leadership experience in the probiotics, pediatric nutrition and dairy ingredients industries, with leading companies such as Land O’Lakes, Mead Johnson Nutrition and DuPont. He has managed multi-million dollar collaborations in new ingredient development and fundamental scientific studies and has commercialized new prebiotic and probiotic technologies in the pediatric nutrition space. Jason Marrone Director, Ecommerce & Customer Service Jason brings over 20 years of digital marketing and ecommerce experience to Evolve, with expertise in digital retail and merchandising, analytics, channel development, and demand building, as well as customer service and support. Before joining Evolve, Jason directed the digital strategy for Clavis Insight, Meyer Cookware Corporation, and Jelly Belly Candy Company. Brian Ostrer, MBA Director, Brand Marketing Brian brings more than 15 years of experience building and managing brands with leading consumer packaged goods companies such as Unilever, The Sun Products Corporation, and Spectrum Brands. While successfully growing brands such as Vaseline, Axe, Snuggle, and Armor All, Brian’s work was recognized with two Effie Awards for driving overall business results. Bethany Henrick, PhD Director, Immunology & Diagnostics Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Nebraska Lincoln Bethany is an immunologist with extensive experience investigating maternal and infant immunity as well as a decade of experience designing, optimizing and bringing to market rapid point-of-care diagnostics focused on improving the lives of individuals globally. In addition to her position at Evolve Bio, Bethany also serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Food Science and Technology Department at the University of Nebraska Lincoln. Prior to joining Evolve, she managed international, multi-discipline scientific projects at UC Davis as Associate Director of the Foods for Health Institute. Bethany received her PhD in Medical Sciences, specializing in Infection and Immunity, from McMaster University. Patrick Cormier, CPA Director, Finance & Corporate Controller Patrick Cormier is a finance leader with over 10 years of experience in various accounting and finance roles. Before Evolve BioSystems, he spent five years with Deloitte's audit practice. He oversaw engagements of all sizes and industries, including public and private companies in biotech, media, clean energy, and CPG industries. Since joining Evolve, Patrick has led the accounting and finance functions and assisted the executive team through fundraising activities. Patrick received his Bachelor’s in Accounting from California State University, Sacramento, and is currently earning his MBA from UC Berkeley. Maria Brooks, MBA Senior Director, Business Development, Animal Health & Strategic Alliance Maria brings over 20 years of building new markets and launching new products in food x medicine with deep strategy and business development expertise. She recently contributed to the growth of Aimmune Therapeutics and its launch of Palforzia®, leading to the acquisition by Nestle Health Sciences. Maria managed Cargill's partnership with The Coca-Cola Company to launch Truvia®, creating a new natural sweetener category globally. She also led Cargill's $1.4B acquisition of the Australian Wheat Board in 2011. Maria spent her early professional years as a bench molecular biologist stratifying genetic breast cancer signatures. Maria graduated from Bowdoin College and earned her MBA from Chicago's Booth School of Business. Palavi Fancy, ASQ, CQE Director, Food Safety & Quality Pallavi Fancy is a 20-year leader in directing Food Safety and Quality management activities in the Food and Supplement manufacturing industry to ensure Regulatory Compliance with various CPG companies, including General Mills, Diageo, and Constellation Brands. She has managed labs in a wide array of food manufacturing environments, led GFSI Food Safety and NSF Dietary Supplement certification efforts, and championed co-manufacturing & co-packing operations commissioning through effective qualification management. She brings this expertise to Evolve BioSystems to provide successful approaches and strategies for meeting the Biotech requirements for FDA, E.U., and International Conference for Harmonization (ICH) regulatory compliance. Pallavi earned her degree in Food Biochemistry at the University of California, Davis, and is currently pursuing certification as a Biopharmaceutical Development Certified Professional through the Center for Professional Innovation & Education (CfPIE). CONTACT Evolve BioSystems mailing address: 2121 2nd St., Suite C108 Davis, CA 95618 info@evolvebiosystems.com GET STARTED Home About Science News Resources Careers NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Evolve. Subscribe SUBSCRIBE © 2019 EVOLVE BIOSYSTEMS. 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