Brian Ridout is a 25-year veteran of the Life Sciences industry focused on the development and manufacture of novel biological medicines for patients with unmet medical needs. He has worked with innovator and contract companies allowing him to appreciate the requirements of drug development and impact to patients and their families. He has a strong balance of both technical and business acumen allowing him to translate these skills to other parts of his professional and personal life. Brian has a 15-year-old son with autism and is impressed each and every day with the strengths exhibited by his son as well as persistence for growth of his peers and their families. He has a passion for assessing challenges, developing strategies, and collaborating for positive outcomes. In his spare time, Brian enjoys being outside in nature, fishing and spending time with his family.