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Mike brings a wealth of experience to Advent Bioservices, having held several senior clinical and scientific positions within the NHS and in academia. He has spent 30 years in the field of cellular therapy and has co-authored more than 90 papers. Mike has Masters’ degrees in haematology and immunology and his PhD was in the area of stem cell biology. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology, a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists and holds a visiting Professorship at Anglia Ruskin University. 

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Cristina is responsible for the Quality Management System underpinning all Advent Bioservices activities and services.

 

Cristina has previously held the role of Quality Director in a cell therapy manufacturing MHRA and HTA licensed facility and was overseeing the manufacture of umbilical cord derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs) and viral vectors.

 

​Before becoming a Quality Manager, Cristina was a post-doctoral scientist studying the molecular and cellular biology and clinical applications of MSCs. Cristina holds a PhD in Life Sciences obtained from the Haematology Department of Imperial College London, a BSc and MSc in Medical Biotechnology from Padua University Medical School (Italy), and a Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Quality and Regulation from University College London.

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Alessandra is responsible for Process Development and R&D activities at Advent Bioservices.

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Alessandra brings over 20 years of experience in R&D, PD, CMC and regulatory affairs gained in the private and academic sectors in cell and gene therapy, immune-oncology and immunology. Alessandra holds a PhD in Molecular Immunology obtained at the National institute for Medical Research and sponsored by UCL, and studied Biological Sciences at the University of Padova (Italy).

 

Alessandra has authored several papers, reviews, and posters and has spoken at numerous conferences and webinars. Alessandra is a member of the BSGCT Partner Forum, an advisory body to the British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy.

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Lee is Head of Information Technology. He has established and is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of Advent Bioservices operational and business support system, including mission-critical applications and technology to support the Company’s long-term goals. 

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Lee brings over 15 years of IT experience in Information systems and IT management. He has a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Management and Business as well as being a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer.

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Kelly is a member of the Advent Bioservices senior management team responsible for overseeing the efficient and effective production of cellular therapy products, ensuring that Advent Bioservices achieves operational excellence, and delivers high-quality products to patients. Kelly oversees all aspects of manufacturing operations as well as client and stakeholder engagement.

Kelly joined Advent Bioservices from a private London Hospital where she worked as Quality Manager for their Transplant Service, and Stem Cell Laboratory Manager prior to this.  With over 20 years experience in the field of Haematology, Stem Cells and Cryostorage Kelly is considered an expert in her field and holds an MSc in Biomedical Science and a Diploma in Management and Leadership.  Kelly actively engages in ongoing CPD that positively impact both Advent Bioservices and the wider Advanced Cellular Therapies environment.

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Jon is responsible for the Quality control laboratories which support product testing and release services for manufacturing activities at Advent Bioservices. Jon has 16 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry and has worked within GMP and QC functions throughout his career.

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Jon joins Advent from a CAR T-cell therapy manufacturer where he was responsible for the development and operation of the QC function spanning multiple laboratories. Prior to this Jon has worked within vaccine manufacturing and with biological product manufacturing.

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Jon holds a BSc in Biotechnology and is a member of the Royal Society of Biology.

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Phil is responsible for Engineering and Facilities activities at Advent Bioservices with the remit of ensuring all GMP facilities and engineering systems support GMP manufacturing and laboratory operations.

 

Phil brings over 30 years’ experience of working within engineering and facilities in the Pharmaceutical sector, predominantly within sterile manufacturing.

He has previously held senior engineering positions with a viral vector manufacturing CDMO and Gene Therapy manufacturing facilities. He has worked in the Cell and Gene Therapy sector for the past 10 years, helping organisations to develop and implement Engineering systems and processes, as well as facilitating the construction of manufacturing clean rooms and laboratory facilities.

Phil holds a BSc in Engineering and Management.

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Jo is a Member of the CIPD and has many years’ experience in Human Resources leadership.  A significant amount of her experience has been working in the life sciences sector throughout international locations.   

 

Much of her work includes start-ups and integration from M&A activities, supporting companies to implement systems and processes, along with creating an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.   

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She also holds a CMI Diploma in Management Coaching & Mentoring.

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