AscentX Medical is a privately held Medical Technology Company focused on the clinical development and marketing of novel, minimal-invasive endoscopic injection procedures designed to address unmet medical needs amongst both patients and physicians and help cure various debilitating and socially isolating medical conditions of the growing aging population.

Waystone Pharmaceuticals is a development-stage pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, CA, dedicated to creating safer and more effective treatments for chronic inflammatory conditions. Our lead program focuses on developing a first-line therapy for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) within the broader area of inflammation and immunology (I&I), aiming to improve upon the safety profiles of existing treatments. Additionally, we are tackling the critical issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), striving to deliver innovative solutions to combat drug-resistant infections.Our approach leverages Host-Directed Therapeutics (HDT), utilizing a proprietary small molecule library designed to enhance the body’s immune response and restore balance. Central to our strategy is the targeting of G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs) and endocannabinoid system (ECS) agonists, which play crucial roles in modulating immune function and maintaining homeostasis. By focusing on the underlying mechanisms of disease, we aim to develop therapies that are not only effective but also reduce the risk of adverse side effects and resistance development.

Mindset Organics was created to bridge the gap between traditional cannabis users and the new normal brought on by the tide of legalization. With hearts of hippies, minds of scientists and the discerning taste of gourmet chocolatiers, we aim to lift the stigma long associated with Mother Earth’s most loving plant. Peace, Love & Happiness.

Clients included Mast Biosurgery, Transdel Pharmaceuticals, Imprimis Pharmaceuticals, Hisamitsu, PrimaPharm, Noven, Pharmatek & Catalent.

• Joined the company as their third employee, managed nine rounds of private financing, financial audits and successfully took the company to IPO on Nasdaq.• Acted as company spokesperson with media, managed KOL, public and investor relations.• Managed multi-site clinical trial, data collection and investigator relations.• Worked with Regulatory to complete FDA PMA submission and assisted in presentation at Panel Meeting.

Managed fundraising campaigns included MS Walk & Auction Gala.