Charles W. Pemble Iv Email & Phone Number

Raleigh, Nc, Us

Bangalore, Karnataka, In

Advisory Board Member● Advisory Board Member for a rapidly expanding pharmaceutical contract research organization (CRO) committed to empowering early-stage biotech teams, bridging essential resource gaps, expediting drug discovery and pre-clinical advancement, and optimizing operational efficiency, all while prioritizing data integrity and personalized support● Leveraging comprehensive scientific and Biotech background, marketing acumen and commercialization prowess to advise on commercial and business development strategies to drive revenue growth across the USA and Europe

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER● Advisory Board Member for an AgBiotech, microbiome-based startup whose vision is to enhance agricultural health and sustainability through innovation and science-driven product solutions● Leveraging AgBiotech background, IP expertise, and product commercialization prowess to advise on product and R&D design, intellectual property strategy, and commercial and business strategies for AGRITX’s probiotic formulations aimed at improving the health of the poultry farming industryAGRITX is reimagining the future of sustainable agriculture, bringing nature back to the poultry farm. Our mission is to harmonize microbial ecosystems through groundbreaking natural microbiome therapies, enhancing agricultural health and viability. We are on a mission to revolutionize industrial poultry farming steering clear of traditional antibiotics and their overuse. At AGRITX, we lead the charge with a pioneering, science-backed approach to embryonic microbiome development. Our therapeutic products, rooted in nature, allow beneficial microbiome flora to thrive while effectively eliminating pathogenic microbiota—offering a paradigm shift from conventional methods. Our vision extends beyond innovation; we strive to create a sustainable future for poultry farmers, infusing resilience, durability, and forward-thinking within the global poultry ecosystem, all while mitigating environmental impact.

Chicago, Il, Us

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERAdvisory board member for a technology-based organization whose software platform enables data owners to prevent unauthorized data leaks, trade secret threats, loss of intellectual property, and revenue loss across a variety of industries by tracking and tracing excessively large-scale data distributions.● Spearheaded new MedTech vertical with compliance and risk considerations driving go-to-market strategies, brand awareness, ICP sales pathways, product market fit, and revenue growth● Discovered data value chains in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors, such as a structure-based drug discovery (SBDD) and quality assurance (QA) in the manufacturing of drugs, vaccines, and biologicso Designed sales, marketing, and pitch deck presentations for SBDD, manufacturing QA, and merger and acquisition● Advise on marketing and sales functions across FinTech, Media & Entertainment, MedTech, and AI LLM data markets

Raleigh, North Carolina , Us

cIV Studios was established to provide unique graphic designs, logo and brand designs, multimedia, and stylistic art for individuals, public & private businesses, non-profits, and STEM communities.

Raleigh, Nc, Us

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERCEO of a tech-focused startup and led from inception to commercialization of an intuitive and modern cloud-platform providing global intellectual property (IP) lifecycle services and IP asset maintenance to businesses. Set company vision, business plan, go-to-market, and commercial strategies. Oversaw operations, tech development, sales, marketing, and controlled all strategic aspects to drive revenue growth, profitability, and company value. Managed 20+ direct reports, including FTEs and contractors.SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS● Oversaw the P&L, directed all departments, drove customer success, and operational excellence while fostering strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders● Along with the duties of the Chief Commercial Officer and Vice President positions, these duties included setting the strategic direction and vision of the business and overseeing all facets of scaling revenue growth, profitability, and value o Developed strategies and implemented compliance action plans that cut operational expenses by 25% o Architected strategic plans for building a robust, high-performant cloud-based software by reorganizing dev-ops and resource allocation, making process improvements, resulting in platform delivery in less than three months o Reached target timeline for MVP product launch, saving 75% of time compared to the prior scope of development and 63% of overall costs● Led agile product development and commercialization, successfully building from 0-to-1 and scoped innovative strategic plans for implementing enhanced product features

Raleigh, Nc, Us

CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICERServed as CCO and second in command to the CEO overseeing the objectives and implementation of all commercial sales, marketing, and operational strategies. Led revenue operations and product development, managing 20+ cross-functional team members and five strategic business partnerships from inception to successful commercialization.SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS● Oversaw all commercial, revenue operations, and marketing strategies as the CEO's deputyo Led company formation, channel sales strategies, product management & innovation, HR, legal, and financing strategy while inspiring 20+ cross-functional team members (FTE and contractors) and strategic partnerships toward successful commercializationo Developed a people-centric culture and a cooperative team environment while steering the business through COVID and integrating commercial sales, marketing, and operational departments● Formulated and led the organization's go-to-market strategy, business plan, and vision ● Achieved 380% revenue growth in less than one year and 100% CRR since the company’s founding in a two-year period● Spearheaded organizational rebranding, saving $150K+ in costs, and obtaining trademarks for the company● Led sales operations, channel economics, marketing programs, competitive analysis, and value proposition design, resulting in a 60% increase in partnerships, 1500%+ growth in sales, and an 85% reduction in CAC● Reduced operational costs by 25%, including HR, FTE benefits, payroll, and workers’ compensation● Established five key strategic partnerships and developed strong stakeholder relationships that led to successful product launches, brand & marketing rollouts, and sales expansion

Raleigh, Nc, Us

VICE PRESIDENT OF SALESResponsible for overseeing all aspects of commercial sales strategy to generate revenue and achieve sustainable growth. Spearheaded market research to assess trends, consumer behavior, and competitor landscape, creating internal tools for analysis. Led sales, marketing, operations, and communications, setting goals and directing project management. Provided oversight for product development and identified areas for continual improvement. Managed seven direct reports, including FTE and contractors.SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS● Oversaw all aspects of commercial sales strategy to generate revenue and achieve sustainable growtho Negotiated multiple strategic partnerships, contracts, and employment agreements, including two full-time employees, legal, HR, product engineers, operations, marketing, and sales functionso Evaluated trends, customer behavior, and competition analyses through market research, enriched internal development strategies, and analyticso Set objectives, oversaw projects, and assigned responsibilities to others while leading product marketing communications, revenue operations, and product management roleso Provided oversight for product development and identified areas for continuous improvemento Managed seven direct reports consisting of full-time employees and contractors● Forged the mission, vision, and values of the company and established strategic revenue operations, workflows, and partnerships to drive the company's successful commercialization● Introduced and optimized processes and workflows that improved employee engagement and fostered collaboration● Designed SaaS business model, sales process strategies, and pricing models while spearheading a differentiated value proposition focusing on the customer experience● Led the development of the company's website, sales materials, marketing collateral, multimedia content, and communication strategies

Tokyo, Shibuya, Jp

EAST COAST ACCOUNT MANAGER, SCX SBUAccount manager of an organization that leads in the innovation of scientific high-tech instrumentation; instrumental in driving the entire sales cycle across the eastern half of North America for a $4M annual sales goal and growth. Engaged with public and private sector decision-makers, including major global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, government and defense, and academia. SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS● Acquired new customers and retained and grew the existing base for products related to Single Crystal X-ray diffraction of proteins, small molecules, and biological X-ray scattering (BioSAXS).o Created field sales training programs and marketing materials to foster collaboration and boost brand recognition and expansiono Took charge of sales enablement by coaching and mentoring newly hired team members on the West Coast, resulting in securing $2.5M in sales from academic institutions and Fortune 500 biotech and pharmaceutical companieso Enabled 50%+ market share growth in new and emerging technologies impacting chemical crystallography X-ray diffraction systems (SMX) and increased SMX sales pipeline and conversion rate by 6X across the regiono Consistently exceeded annual sales goals and quotas by 107-143%; consecutively awarded annual Top Sales Executive globally, three consecutive years● Acquired new customers, retained, and grew the existing base for products related to Single Crystal X-ray diffraction of proteins, small molecules, and biological X-ray scattering (BioSAXS)

Raleigh, Nc, Us

SCIENTIFIC CONSULTANT, AG-BIOTECHOffered scientific consulting services and expert guidance on manufacturing techniques and technologies for producing environmentally friendly and high-yield fiber from renewable bamboo crops.SELECT ACHIEVEMENT• Leveraged extensive Ag-Biotech network to evaluate potential partnerships and suppliers in advanced plant tissue culture, cloning and propagation at scale; efforts led to successful negotiations and execution of an exclusive contract between National Bamboo and AgriStarts• Built an infrastructure of private sector research labs and suppliers, leading to commercial production estimates of 6K plantlets yearly and reducing production costs by 50%FUNCTIONS & SKILLS: Laboratory Procedures, Ag Tissue Culture, AgTech Research, Project Management, Data Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Cost Analysis, Plant Propagation and Cloning

Durham, North Carolina, Us

MANAGER & RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 80% effort, position held concurrently with DHVILaunched and managed the Duke University Macromolecular X-ray Crystallography Center. Ensured cross-team collaboration among scientists and affiliated labs. Provided project management and strategic consulting on Duke research initiatives and co-authored publications/grants. Maintained $1.7M capital equipment and administered all server IT systems while keeping up-to-date with emerging research/technology/automation robotic trends. SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS• Launched Duke Macromolecular Crystallography Center, established laboratory operations and SOPs to enhance Life Science research and development initiatives for faculty and students.• Increased clientele by 113% in ten months and co-authored a grant resulting in $100K funding.• Appointed to Duke research faculty and served on two doctoral graduate student dissertation committees.• Provided project management expertise and mentorship to >25 faculty and students on all scientific research and drug development initiatives established with the Duke Crystallography Center, resulting in >40 medically relevant protein structures and 14 peer-reviewed articles, including Nature, as a corresponding author.

Durham, North Carolina, Us

RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 20% effort, position held concurrently with Duke University Medial CenterCollaborated on research projects as part of a vaccine development pipeline targeting HIV, influenza, and other emerging infectious diseases. Directed and performed all aspects of protein production, purification, macromolecular X-ray crystallography and assisted with preparing publications, grants, and presentations.SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS• Led multiple structural biology projects concurrently, resulting in two co-authored peer-reviewed publications.• Directed and performed all aspects of macromolecular X-ray crystallography, including protein production (bacterial and mammalian systems), purification, crystallization & optimization, diffraction data collection, structure determination, modeling, refinement, validation, and interpretation.

Memphis, Tn, Us

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWResearched the discovery of novel antibiotic therapeutics for translation into the pediatric oncology clinic. Investigated the interactions and molecular structures of key protein targets from several category A priority human pathogens.SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS• Managed multiple projects concurrently and successfully published two peer-reviewed articles in PLoS One and Structure.• Researched protein targets involved in folate production from the biowarfare agents Francisella tularensis and Yersenia pestis for the development of broad-spectrum anti-infectives.• Investigated atomic-level structures of PlsC and PlsB, peripheral and integral membrane enzymes involved in phospholipid metabolism. • Supported fragment-based drug discovery efforts by determining high-resolution structures of liganded-complexes.• Supervised junior staff scientists, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and technicians, resulting in co-determining the structures of DNA helicase proteins and antigenic glycoproteins from the H5N1 influenza virus strain.

Winston-Salem, Nc, Us

GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWInvestigated the molecular details of a key drug target involved in fatty acid metabolism, crucial for the growth and survival of many human cancers.SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS• Managed multiple project goals and successfully published two articles regarding the crystal structure of the thioesterase domain of human fatty acid synthase (FAS) bound to inhibitors, including a first-author paper in Nature Structural and Molecular Biology.• Directed lab technician and junior graduate students in the design and execution of biochemical and crystallographic experiments as part of our drug discovery program.• Developed pipeline for lead-compound advancement through IND enabling studies and helped establish collaboration with the Office of Innovation and Commercialization.• Developed a high-throughput fluorescence assay to monitor enzyme function and lead compound evaluation and optimization.• Contributed to the scientific knowledge base regarding the thioesterase activity of human fatty acid synthase (FAS) in humans and the development of FAS as a new direction for clinical oncology.

Gainesville, Florida, Us

RESEARCH ASSOCIATEResearched innovative solutions that help improve agricultural traits and floriculture biotechnology – laboratory of Dr. Dave Clark.SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS• Investigated the enhancement of floral longevity in ornamental cultivars by genetically modifying ethylene perception.• Honors Thesis: Tissue specific control of ethylene perception to enhance floral longevity: a histochemical analysis of promoter specificity in Petunia hybrida.• Assisted senior lab technician and several graduate students on multiple projects concurrently, including research from the laboratory of Dr. Harry Klee that involved understanding fruit flavor quality at the molecular level in order to drive better tasting crop traits.

Ph.D., Biochemistry And Molecular Biology | Structural Biology

B.S., Microbiology And Cell Science | Plant Molecular & Cellular Biology | Chemistry