| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|
Kezar co-founder Christopher Kirk, Ph.D. began his work on the unique function of the immunoproteasome at Proteolix in 2005, while working on the compound that would become the successful multiple myeloma drug KYPROLIS™ (carfilzomib). As VP of Research at Onyx Pharmaceuticals, which acquired Proteolix in 2009, Christopher led the efforts to develop the first selective inhibitors of the immunoproteasome and designed multiple studies demonstrating their profound immunomodulatory effects. In parallel with this work, Christopher and Kezar co-founder Jack Taunton, Ph.D. collaborated on several research projects involving protein secretion. This collaboration inspired a belief in the strong synergies between protein degradation and protein secretion, two fertile areas for drug discovery with platform potential. In 2014, Christopher and Kezar co-founder John Fowler began developing the business plan for Kezar, acting on a longstanding desire to work together and build a world-class company. In 2015, John and Christopher raised $23M and negotiated a worldwide, exclusive license agreement with Amgen for the Onyx immunoproteasome inhibitor patent estate. Now underway, John and Christopher are excited to leverage their complementary skill sets to build Kezar into a leader in small molecule drug development.
Affigen was founded in 2016 by Frameshift, a firm that ideates, translates and launches life sciences companies that have the potential to fundamentally shift the metabolic rate of the industry. In February 2017, Affigen completed its Series A funding, led by Black Beret Life Sciences on behalf of its affiliate BBLS Immunotherapy, LLC. Black Beret Life Sciences is the life sciences investment management arm of the Houston-based Bosarge Family Office. The firm was established in 2014 by Dr. Ed Bosarge to organize and manage investments in potentially game-changing technologies and companies in areas related to regenerative medicine, anti-aging and immunotherapy. Black Beret Life Sciences’ portfolio of managed investments includes companies and research across an array of disease areas, including diabetes, neurodegeneration, osteoarthritis, cancer immunotherapy and various conditions related to aging.
Ultivue develops innovative reagent-based solutions that maximize the biological information available from cells and tissue samples. The company`s technology is being used to elucidate biological pathways and to validate clinically-relevant biomarkers. Ultivue is based in Cambridge, MA. Our culture provides an exceptional work environment fostering innovation and collaboration to make a difference collectively. Ultivue`s employees are bright, flexible, and driven to create meaningful impact through our work. We work at a fast pace, but support each other achieve the work/life balance that helps us thrive as a company. Our entrepreneurial culture relies on contributions and input from all. Our bench of experienced managers provides mentoring and support to ensure front line staff make the most of their unique talents and energy.
ABS Lifesciences is a Plainsboro, NJ-based company in the Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Biotech sector.
Tunnell Consulting is one of the leading companies in the Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, & Biotech sector.