Marc Evanchik

Senior Director DMPK, Assembly Biosciences

Pharmacologist and experienced drug discoverer/developer in Silicon Valley. Proven track record of building value within newly formed companies. Helped transform MyoKardia from ideation to fully integrated research and development company with multiple clinical assets, disease research, and discovery pipeline. Over 15 years of experience discovering and developing life-changing small molecule drugs in oncology, inflammation, and cardiovascular disease. Important contributions to the advancement of 6 drugs into clinical development including 3 drugs in pivotal registration trials. Inventor on numerous issued patents and patent applications.

Jason Valentine

CEO, Agilex Biolabs

As the CEO of Agilex Biolabs, and previously the founding CEO of CPR Pharma Services, Jason’s passion for scientific excellence ensured that Agilex Biolab’s exacting scientific standards are maintained.

Jason is the driving force behind Agilex Biolab’s ethos of excellence in customer service and Quality Assurance, and he maintains close relationships with existing and potential customers. With over 15 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Jason brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the company.

Winner of the 2008 BioInnovation SA Young Achiever of the Year Award, Jason is highly skilled in the management of service provision facilities. He has a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.

Heather Heading

Scientific Study Manager, LCMS

Heather has worked in the field of bioanalysis for over 10 years and has significant expertise in regulatory compliance.

Heather has a Bachelor of Science with Honours and a Bachelor of Technology in Forensic and Analytical Chemistry. Starting with Agilex Biolabsin 2009, Heather has spent her career working in different areas of the company until starting her role as Scientific Study Manager – LCMS in 2019. With a keen interest in both the compliance and technical aspects of the work performed across the laboratory, Heather has a high commitment and passion for providing the best service possible to Agilex Biolabs customers.