With over two decades of dynamic leadership across the biotech, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors, I am a visionary and results-oriented executive driven by innovation and strategic foresight. My journey encompasses diverse roles as a biotech entrepreneur, C-level executive, general manager, and esteemed scientist specializing in cell and molecular biology, with academic appointments at prestigious institutions including Harvard Medical School, Tufts University, and Ohio State University.Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated a unique ability to blend scientific expertise with strategic leadership, driving impactful change and maximizing revenue generation in highly competitive industries. My track record speaks to my proficiency in fostering innovation, spearheading business transformation, and delivering tangible results in the biomedical and healthcare sectors.As a serial entrepreneur, I have founded and successfully grown three start-ups in the molecular diagnostics space, guiding them to profitable exits through strategic planning, innovative R&D, and effective business operations. My experience extends beyond entrepreneurship to include strategic leadership roles at global manufacturing firms, where I have played a pivotal role in scaling operations, driving expansion into new markets, and executing strategic mergers and acquisitions to fuel growth.My leadership style is characterized by a commitment to driving excellence, fostering collaboration, and empowering teams to achieve their full potential. I thrive in dynamic environments where innovation is paramount, leveraging my keen business acumen and scientific insight to identify emerging opportunities and navigate complex challenges.
Grip Molecular Technologies Inc
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Founder, President And CsoGrip Molecular Technologies Inc Nov 2019 - Present• Founded an early-stage medical device start-up developing a next-generation, graphene-based bio-sensing diagnostics platform.• Guide the research team, leveraging knowledge in cell and molecular biology, molecular diagnostics, biosensing, and semiconductor fabrication to foster continuous improvement in the bio-sensing platform. • Apply strong business acumen to identify new market opportunities, define target demographics and strategic positioning for the product and service offering, and implement tailored commercialization plans. • Cultivate relationships with investors, regulatory agencies, and diagnostics solutions providers to support product innovation, operational scaling, and business development.
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DirectorThaddeus Medical Systems, Inc. Jan 2019 - Jan 2021Rochester, Minnesota, Us -
Chief Scientific OfficerTheoremdx Aug 2017 - Nov 2018• Drove R&D, product development, and commercialization efforts at an early-stage molecular diagnostics start-up, building a hand-held point-of-care device based on a graphene bio-molecular digital sensor.• Led the scientific team in designing and optimizing the hand-held point-of-care device, overseeing prototyping, testing, and refinement.• Collaborated with external research partners and academic institutions to advance scientific knowledge and integrate cutting-edge advancements into the molecular diagnostics platform.• Provided strategic scientific guidance to executive leadership, informing decision-making processes, and ensuring alignment with the company's vision and goals.
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Assistant Professor Business AdministrationAugsburg University 2008 - Apr 2018Minneapolis, Mn, UsI taught MBA, MAL, and MSW students Organizational Behavior, Leadership, Ethics, Entrepreneurship, and Social Entrepreneurship. I also teach Pathophysiology and Anatomy in the Physician Assistant Program -
Director Mba Program (Retired)Augsburg University May 2012 - May 2017Minneapolis, Mn, UsFull responsibility for the operation and administration of the MBA program including P&L accountability, strategic planning, curriculum content and design, accreditation, and student/faculty recruitment. -
Senior Vice President Product Research Development/Molecular DiagnosticsOvagene Oncology Nov 2015 - Aug 2017Edina, Mn, Us -
Chief Science OfficerEtta Healthcare Apr 2015 - Nov 2015
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Interim Academic Coordinator, Physician Assistant ProgramAugsburg College Aug 2013 - Jun 2014
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Advisory Board MemberCitykid Java 2010 - Apr 2014CityKid Java is a subsidiary of the Urban Ventures Leadership Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Minneapolis. CityKid Java sells premium coffee with 100% of the profits going to support the programs for inner-city youth at Urban Ventures. “Good coffee for a good cause.”
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DirectorDellwood Country Club Nov 2011 - Sep 2013Provide strategic and financial guidance and oversight on behalf of the club membership.
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Chief Revenue OfficerImi Health Jan 2010 - Jan 2011Healthcare IT and Informatics Company
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Senior Vice President Of Clinical Performance And Business DevelopmentBoundarymedical Jan 2008 - Mar 2010Minnetonka, Minnesota, UsBoundaryMedical is a Health care IT start-up providing a Web-based Clinical Outcome Measurement application targeted primarily at the Orthopedic specialty. I am part of a three person management team with primary responsibilities for all commercial activities, which includes developing and executing a strategic go-to-market plan for a new emerging market. -
Chairman/Founder/CeoHylas, Inc 2006 - Nov 2009
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PresidentAdvantek May 2003 - May 2006Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Us -
Vice President/General ManagerCyberoptics 1998 - 2003Minneapolis, Mn, Us -
Vice President/General ManagerThermo Electron 1993 - 1998Waltham, Ma, Us -
Assistant ProfessorThe Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 1986 - 1990Columbus, Oh, Us -
Assistant ProfessorTufts University 1980 - 1986
Bruce Batten Education Details
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Virginia Commonwealth University School Of MedicineAnatomy And Cell Biology -
Davidson CollegeBiology -
Harvard Medical SchoolCell Biology -
Stanford UniversityGeneral
Frequently Asked Questions about Bruce Batten
What company does Bruce Batten work for?
Bruce Batten works for Grip Molecular Technologies Inc
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Bruce Batten's current role is Founder, President & Chief Scientific Officer, GRIP Molecular Technology | Entrepreneur | Scientist |Technology Commercialization | Product Innovation | R&D | Biotechnology | Molecular Diagnostics | Biosensor Development.
What schools did Bruce Batten attend?
Bruce Batten attended Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine, Davidson College, Harvard Medical School, Stanford University.
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