Rick Williams Joins The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Board of Directors
Summary
Quotes: “Rick has done an excellent job of helping me to create the new Global Biosciences Gateway for Translational Research and Business Development,” said Dr. William F. Greenlee, president and CEO of The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences.“He will provide the Board with a unique perspective on what The Hamner needs to fulfill its vision.” New Media Content: The Hamner’s Twitter page www.twitter.com/thehamner Details: - Working in conjunction with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, CED (formerly the Council for Entrepreneurial Development) and university business schools and entrepreneurial programs, Williams provides guidance to emerging companies as they develop their initial technology, commercialization and funding plans.The partnership also allows companies in North Carolina to access new and growing markets in China.The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences board of directors is responsible for guiding the success of the organization’s mission — to serve as a neutral and independent fourth party, bringing together key stakeholders in academia, industry, and regulatory agencies to proactively collaborate on the development of improved chemical risk assessments, as well as new and safer medicines.Quotes:“Rick has done an excellent job of helping me to create the new Global Biosciences Gateway for Translational Research and Business Development,” said Dr. William F. Greenlee, president and CEO of The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences.“He will provide the Board with a unique perspective on what The Hamner needs to fulfill its vision.”New Media Content:The Hamner’s Twitter pagewww.twitter.com/thehamnerDetails:- Working in conjunction with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, CED (formerly the Council for Entrepreneurial Development) and university business schools and entrepreneurial programs, Williams provides guidance to emerging companies as they develop their initial technology, commercialization and funding plans.- Greenlee and Williams have also developed strategies to utilize The Hamner’s translational research and business development model in building new global partnerships.- Williams has more than 25 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical field, having worked at a leading pharmaceutical company, the first biotechnology company, a commercial-outsourcing company and a venture capital-backed scientific startup.About The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences:The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences is a nonprofit research organization located in the heart of Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC.The Hamner continues to grow its campus through partnerships with academia, industry, and government and remains dedicated to positively impacting public health.