Nicolle Fuller
Senior Partner
Founder/ Principal: SayoStudio
Graphics Design
Pauliina Junttila
Sales Consultant - EU
Researcher turned sales professional with background in pre-clinical in vitro diagnostics. I have over six years of experience in biotech research, including four years in a deep-tech start-up developing innovative pre-clinical tools and working closely with academic and industrial research partners.
Areas of expertise:
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Customer-focused sales: Proven experience in advisory roles supporting existing partners to achieve their research objectives, as well as in proactive sales, marketing state-of-the-art research platforms to new prospective customers.
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Scientific knowledge: Extensive hands-on expertise in optimizing and applying novel microphysiological systems. This foundation enables a deep understanding of the customer perspective and the ability to anticipate and address concerns, particularly when overcoming barriers related to unfamiliar technologies.
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Communication efficiency: Skilled in clear, targeted, and persuasive communication with diverse stakeholders. Capable of translating complex scientific concepts into accessible formats and facilitating trust and confidence with new deals.
Consulting focus
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Providing comprehensive sales support with targeting, reach-out and responsive follow-up for new leads to ensure efficient lead conversion and sustainable growth for clients in biotech sector.
Hoang-Tuan Nguyen, PhD
Senior Partner
Technology and Scientific Consultant
Microfluidics, Organ-on-Chip
Diagnostics & Bioinstrumentation
Scientist-engineer hybrid with 10 years in medical technology development including 6 years in leadership as CTO of a deep-tech startup. I combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic insight to help clients translate scientific innovation into real-world bio-inspired engineering solutions.
Areas of expertise:
• Technology development: Led interdisciplinary teams to transform bioengineering concepts into scalable systems for diagnostics, organ-on-chip, and point-of-care testing platforms
• IP-driven innovation: Co-inventor on 13 patent families in microfluidic design, biosensor integration, and assay automation.
• Translational research & productization: Skilled at moving technologies from lab to market with emphasis on usability, manufacturability, and compliance.
Consulting focus:
• Advise medtech and biotech teams on early-stage technology validation, system integration, and strategic planning for development and industrialization pathways.
• Bring in technical talent and capabilities to support hardware, software, and production service needs throughout the development lifecycle.
John Hill, PhD
Senior Scientific Advisor
Founder/ Principal: Biophysics Consulting
Aff. Ass. Professor University of Washington
Dep. Bioengineering & Med. Chem
Drug discovery, preclinical development, and development scientist with over 25 years of leadership experience in applying biophysical, analytical, biochemical, bioengineering, biological, pharmaceutical/formulation, and material science approaches to interdisciplinary research and development problems in the biopharma and academic settings.
In-depth expertise in
• Analytical and biophysical development activities, supporting Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC) operations in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) setting.
• Method transfers from analytical development to Quality Control (QC) and the clinical phase-appropriate qualification and validation of methods in support of GMP release and stability analysis activities.
• Evaluation and oversight of CMC activities at contract research organizations (CROs) and contract drug manufacturers (CDMOs).
• Author and reviewer of regulatory documents for clinical phase IND and BLA submissions.
• Analytical and biophysical expertise includes novel approaches to isolating and characterizing cells, viruses, and extracellular vesicles.
• Highly experienced leader in formulation development for liquid-, cryo-, and solid state materials, as well as high-concentration protein formulations.
www.seattlebiophysics.com
Alejandro Echeverria
Senior Partner
Data Analysis
Software and Data Solutions Consultant
My work is grounded in helping organizations translate complex data into actionable insights—an essential capability for startups navigating growth, regulatory milestones, and market entry.
Provides key insights and support during scale-up of data operations and technical infrastructure:
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Design and implementation of ETL/ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data
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Custom software solutions that support scientific workflows and operational decision-making
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AI/ML model implementation for predictive analytics, automation, and biological data interpretation
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Clinical data infrastructure designed to support early trial workflows with scalability and compliance in mind
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Cloud-native architecture guidance to transition from ad hoc systems to secure, scalable environments
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Analytics solutions for operational efficiency.
Let's discuss how we can tailor these offerings during our next meeting.
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Elizabeth Madonick
Senior Partner
Marketing & Liaison
A science-savvy powerhouse and born liaisonist with a vast professional network, Elizabeth blends deep expertise in oncology, biotech, and specialty metals analysis with bold creativity in marketing, strategy, and business development.
Elizabeth Madonick is a seasoned business development strategist with a background in life sciences, medtech, and analytical services. Her expertise spans relationship-building, operational leadership, market expansion, and strategic communication. She brings over two decades of experience supporting startups and established companies through commercialization planning, client engagement strategies, technical sales, and strategic partnerships. Elizabeth also offers guidance in marketing and messaging, pitch development, and cross-functional coordination.
Key Services:
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Business development strategy & execution
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Client services & relationship management
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Messaging and market entry strategy
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Internal process development for scaling sales efforts
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Marketing collaboration (content direction, campaigns, positioning)
Nicolle Fuller
Senior Partner
Founder/ Principal: SayoStudio
Scientific Communications/ Graphics Design
Expertise, Science Communication:
As SayoStudio’s founder and director, I bring science visual communication expertise.
Our studio creates custom illustration, animation and design, to clearly explain research-backed companies' value proposition.
We help bring attention, understanding and support, with the end goal of increasing funding and adaptation of new technologies.
Our services go beyond custom graphics, with strategic consultation services to highlight where visuals will have the most impact.
https://sayostudio.com/
Chia-Yung Wu, PhD
Senior Partner
Founder/ Principal: Lima Hui BioConsulting
Scientific Consultant
Strategic analyses and scientific consultation on preclinical development of next-generation T cell engagers and T cell therapies.
14+ years preclinical research experience with T cell therapeutics.
9+ years leading preclinical immuno-oncology R&D programs in biotech & pharma.
7+ years engagement in external research partnerships/business development.
Service provided:
• Analysis of competition landscape
• Analysis of primary literature relevant to client's T cell engager, CAR-T, or TCR-T assets.
• Consultation on in vitro and in vivo assays.
• Review hypotheses, strategies, timelines, milestones, critical vs optional activities, go/no-go decisions, risk mitigation options, etc.
Tailor client's preclinical data packages for greater business impact.
https://limahuibio.com/
Lyndsey Burton, MD
Senior Partner
Commercialization
Technology executive and physician with 16+ years of experience driving outcomes for the largest technology, pharmaceutical, and healthcare organizations.
Board certified radiologist, fellowship trained in musculoskeletal imaging/
Key competencies in strategy, commercialization, and business development.
Track record of success across industries:
• Healthcare, life sciences, technology, startup
• Analytics, and advertising
International keynote speaker on healthcare, life sciences, AI, data analytics, cloud, imaging, and innovation (60+ events).
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Sebastien Mosser, PhD, MBA
Senior Partner
Founder/ Principal: Organo-Consulting
Business Development
8 years of industry leadership in the biotechnology sectors, including experience as Founder and Chief Scientific Officer and successful exiting a grown company,
My consulting services are directed toward biotech companies, pharmaceutical firms, and investors involved in the preclinical life sciences, with a particular focus on the in vitro drug testing market.
My areas of expertise include:
• Business development
• Strategic marketing, and sales
• Scientific advisory and technology assessment
• Supervision, training, and management of sales and scientific teams.
https://www.organo-consulting.com/
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