Chris has worked in the biotech industry for over 20 years, primarily in autologous cell therapy. He earned his BS in Biotechnology from Ferris State University (1994) and has held positions at large pharma, cell therapy and medical device companies. Chris’ professional experiences include R&D, Quality Control, and manufacturing in support of clinical trial stage cell therapies (Phases I – III). In his current position, he oversees commercial production of both a FDA approved biologic and medical device (HDE). In the late 1990’s, he began working in autologous cell therapy and was captivated by the concept of using the body’s own cells to remediate health issues. He has since remained in this field.