With over 30 years of experience in the health, wellness, and consumer product industries, I am the CEO and co-founder of Synergy Life Science, Inc., a company that provides high purity ingredients and breakthrough technologies for the hemp CBD market. As a hemp CBD expert, I have developed a deep expertise in extraction, isolation, distillation, and formulation of high quality and compliant hemp CBD products and derivatives. My mission is to leverage the power of hemp CBD and other natural ingredients to create products that enhance the well-being and quality of life of our customers.Before founding Synergy Life Science, I was the CEO of SkinHealth Technology, LLC, a consulting and innovation company that focused on skin care products, formulations, sensors, and intellectual property for the personal care and topical pharmaceutical markets. I successfully integrated SkinHealth Technology into Synergy Life Science, expanding our portfolio and capabilities in the skin health sector. I also co-founded and served in various roles at Essential Ingredients, Inc., a leading distributor and supplier of quality products for the cosmetic and related markets. I co-developed and patented a novel form of benzoyl peroxide for acne treatment, and managed the company's intellectual property and product innovation strategies. I am a proud veteran of the US Army, where I earned the Airborne and Ranger certifications, and served for 11 years before exiting at the rank of captain.