BATON Referral Network
The BATON Referral Network is a community of life science professionals committed to the growth of North Carolina-based companies.
These service providers and CEO candidates represent a vast array of business and technical expertise, and were prequalified by NCBiotech. Service providers pledge to contribute services or provide preferential pricing for referrals coming through the BATON network database.
There is no cost to qualified Service Providers to participate in the BATON program. However, participating Service Providers are expected to offer some or all of their services for referrals coming through the BATON network database under one or more of the following terms: pro bono, discounted, at cost, deferred, fixed cost, service for equity.
Search our BATON database below.
Mark Patrick
Owner
Rheology Testing Services »
We offer an array of rheological tests on materials to quickly and quantitatively model real life applications. Outputs from these tests may provide better insight into product manufacturing, handling, performance, efficacy, and sensory attributes.
Thomas Pitler
Operating Executive
Kineticos Life Sciences Consulting
Business development, executive management, preclinical and clinical development, pharmaceuticals, neuroscience; Former President, NeuroGate.
Natarajan Rajagopalan
Consultant
NR Pharma Consulting LLC
Over 40 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in both management and technical leadership roles involving development of biotechnology products, drug delivery systems, leading and managing R&D organizations and working effectively with external partners and academic institutions on projects and various technology/innovation initiatives. Broad background and expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, parenteral technologies for development and manufacture of both small and large molecules including monoclonal antibody and peptides, drug product commercialization and knowledge of regulatory expectations for registration of pharmaceutical products in global markets. Understanding of the genetic medicine field with experience in development of lipid nanoparticle delivery systems for gene therapy products and development / manufacture of mRNA based formulations. Expertise in the areas of ADME and biopharmaceutics as applicable to both small and large molecules as well as understanding of subcutaneous absorption of macromolecules and its application to development of patient self-administration delivery systems for biologics. Extensive experience in partnering and collaborating with academic institutions, national research institutes, participating in various consortiums and industrial partnerships to drive the innovation agenda for the organization. Broad experience in conducting due diligence evaluations for assessment of new technologies and in-licensing of both early and late phase clinical assets.
Er Ralston
Executive Coach & Trainer
Ralston Excellence »
Er Ralston brings over thirty years of experience in numerous business improvement interventions. He is an accomplished coach, trainer, and advisor, specializing in operational excellence and planning to facilitate growth and profitability.
Steven Raphael
Senior Account Executive
Pavion »
Pavion is a low voltage integrator that installs security, Audio-visual, Access control, Structured cabling, Network closet gear and configuration, WIFI and WAPs, Cameras, Intrusion detection, and fire systems.
Larry Robbins
Partner
Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP »
Life sciences; Business law; Securities law; Mergers, acquisitions & divestitures; Taxation; VC & private equity financings
Kathryn Roberts
CEO
The Bluewater Group Inc. »
The BlueWater Group, Inc. helps Organizations LAUNCH, GROW and SUCCEED by providing Strategic Planning, Manufacturing, Quality Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Auditing and Training Services.
David Saravitz
Partner
Williams Mullen »
Patent preparation & prosecution; AgBiotech, diagnostics, biologics, biofuels, biomaterials, genome editing, protein expression systems & genetic engineering; legal opinions, due diligence, counseling & portfolio mgmt; corporate R&D experience
Steven Schneier
President
Square Hill LLC »
Square Hill is a healthcare consulting company that offers advertising and commercial management services, management consulting, and web and technology solutions.
Jim Sheegog
President
Providing scientific and technical leaders with company-tailored management and team development resources since 1995. Leadership assessment resources, High potential development programs, Corporate culture advisory, Action-based leadership initiatives with executive leadership, and Managing workplace tensions
Cyrus Stacey
Consultant
Bosphorus LLC
0+ years of scale-up & tech transfer experience for Biologics from pre-clinical to commercial manufacturing; Biologics manufacturing, tech transfer/process development, lab validation, regulatory communication; Ex-Apex Biosciences/, Diosynth, Eisai. TG Therapeutics
Drew Stuck
Managing Director, Life Sciences
docs24 »
We help create the essential documents for your study.
ISF Binders – Pharmacy Binders – Regulatory Binders
Mini Protocols – Patient ID cards – Study Manuals
Leaflets & Brochures – Patient Diaries
We also have global regulatory submission expertise including coordination of wet ink signatures.
John Taylor
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
North Carolina Biotechnology Center »
Company builder in the therapeutics space, extensive experience in product and portfolio management, licensing, M&A, business and corporate development, and fund-raising.
Melanie Trull
Partner and Co-Founder
Bioscience Information Partners LLC »
Experienced, professional consultant delivering a unique combination of technical and business information in all areas of life science: market research; business plan writing; strategic information & intelligence; federal grant preparation.
Patrick Walsh
Chief Business Officer
Immunic AG »
Currently serving as CBO for small biotech company, accountable for partnering / licensing / M&A, strategy, financing, commercial activities, and other business needs to support research and clinical development activities for a publicly traded biotech company. Have previously served in similar companies both as an internal member as well as consulting and investment banking roles for life sciences companies (biotech, spec pharma, medtech, tools and diagnostics) both large and small
Riley Whisler
Account Director
Press Record Media »
We're an RTP-based video production studio that works heavily in the life sciences and biotech industries. Our passion is helping organizations tell their stories and communicate important information in an emotional and engaging way.
Our studio space is located off of Davis Dr. near Boxyard RTP.
Jason Wood
Partner
Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP »
Life sciences-based legal practice; Licensing & IP Transactions
Education: B.S. in Biology, Duke University; M.S. in Biology, University of California, San Diego; J.D. , University of Virginia