Tom Holm is an accomplished senior level manager with over twenty-five years experience in the application of molecular biology and molecular genetics to gene discovery, identification, and genetic diagnostics. He has a proven track record in the development and implementation of Business Plans for life science-based technology companies looking to enter new diagnostic testing markets, including; product development, market planning, product portfolio management, product branding strategy and implementation, market segmentation, sales management and customer support. Tom has an outstanding record in developing productive working relationships with clients and employees as well as demonstrated leadership in the management of cross-functional teams to successfully meet or exceed corporate goals and objectives. Tom has substantial experience in the submission and management of clinical research trails. His expertise includes planning and strategy development, writing study documents including protocols, Informed Consent Forms, recruiting materials and IRB submissions; managing IRB communications/regulations, screening and recruiting participants, study budget management, study data management and reporting. Major Career Accomplishments:• Pioneered application of genomic discovery and DNA-based testing to enhance livestock health, breeding and production• Established the first company in the United States to offer DNA-based diagnostic testing services in animal agriculture for individual identification and genetic disease testing• Collaborated with FBI and the RCMP on the initial development and application of DNA markers for forensic testing and human identification• Established first contact with the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology for providing DNA-based forensic testing to ascertain the identify of casualties of Desert Storm• Participated in the development of the first human DNA marker linkage mapSpecialities: Business Development, Sales, Marketing, General Management, Customer Relations