About Us
Rob Kellar PhD - Founder
William Merritt PhD - Founder
Bronson Pinto PhD - Founder
Dr. Robert Kellar, an Associate Professor at Northern Arizona University, specializes in materials interfaces, biological sciences, and mechanical engineering. With over 21 years of experience, he has secured $12.3M in research funding, authored 154 scientific abstracts, 42 peer-reviewed publications, and holds 7 US patents. As a CEO, CSO
Dr. Robert Kellar, an Associate Professor at Northern Arizona University, specializes in materials interfaces, biological sciences, and mechanical engineering. With over 21 years of experience, he has secured $12.3M in research funding, authored 154 scientific abstracts, 42 peer-reviewed publications, and holds 7 US patents. As a CEO, CSO, and CTO of various companies, Kellar has raised over $100M for startups, focusing on medical device development, regulatory approvals, and regenerative medicine. He co-founded several companies and serves on multiple advisory boards, contributing significantly to biotechnology and regenerative medicine fields.
Bronson Pinto PhD - Founder
William Merritt PhD - Founder
Bronson Pinto PhD - Founder
Dr. Bronson I. Pinto, Ph.D. in Bioengineering, is a leading expert in regenerative medicine and cosmetics, currently serving as Chief Science Officer at Skinventive, where he spearheaded the launch of stem cell-based products, scaling manufacturing fivefold. As a consultant at ExpoStem and founder of Amnyo, he developed innovative stem ce
Dr. Bronson I. Pinto, Ph.D. in Bioengineering, is a leading expert in regenerative medicine and cosmetics, currently serving as Chief Science Officer at Skinventive, where he spearheaded the launch of stem cell-based products, scaling manufacturing fivefold. As a consultant at ExpoStem and founder of Amnyo, he developed innovative stem cell therapies and human birth tissue-based allografts, respectively. His extensive expertise includes stem cell research, molecular biology, and regenerative product development. Additionally, Dr. Pinto contributes to biology and anatomy education as an Adjunct Professor at Coconino Community College, demonstrating his multifaceted influence in academia and the biotechnology industry.
William Merritt PhD - Founder
William Merritt PhD - Founder
William Merritt PhD - Founder
Dr. Merritt, with degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering from Northern Arizona University, developed a polymer for treating cerebral aneurysms, leading to a medical device company. An adjunct faculty at NAU, he mentors in the Bioengineering Devices Laboratory, preparing students for careers in engineering and medicine. With
Dr. Merritt, with degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering from Northern Arizona University, developed a polymer for treating cerebral aneurysms, leading to a medical device company. An adjunct faculty at NAU, he mentors in the Bioengineering Devices Laboratory, preparing students for careers in engineering and medicine. With over 6 years in executive roles across medical devices and regenerative medicine, Merritt has extensive experience in R&D, operations, and commercialization, currently serving as the COO of Skinventive, after leadership positions at BioFlow Systems, Elevated Manufacturing, and other companies.
About Us
Mike Perko - Founder
Shaun Bennett - Founder
Shaun Bennett - Founder
Mr. Perko has 25 years of experience in the medical device industry, notably founding Lokai Medical, which introduced innovative products to cardiology and peripheral vascular sectors. His career includes significant roles at C.R. Bard as Director of Sales and Marketing, early sales management at Cardiovascular Systems Inc., and contribut
Mr. Perko has 25 years of experience in the medical device industry, notably founding Lokai Medical, which introduced innovative products to cardiology and peripheral vascular sectors. His career includes significant roles at C.R. Bard as Director of Sales and Marketing, early sales management at Cardiovascular Systems Inc., and contributions in R&D, operations, and sales at W.L. Gore & Associates, where he played a key role in developing endovascular devices like Gore AAA, TAG, and Viabahn. He holds a B.S. in Mathematics from Northern Arizona University.
Shaun Bennett - Founder
Shaun Bennett - Founder
Shaun Bennett - Founder
Shaun, with over 15 years of leadership experience in the Healthcare industry, has excelled as a Senior VP of Sales specializing in Orthopedic Manufacturing and Laboratory Diagnostics. Known for driving revenue growth and fostering strong client relationships, Shaun combines a deep understanding of the healthcare sector with a passion for
Shaun, with over 15 years of leadership experience in the Healthcare industry, has excelled as a Senior VP of Sales specializing in Orthopedic Manufacturing and Laboratory Diagnostics. Known for driving revenue growth and fostering strong client relationships, Shaun combines a deep understanding of the healthcare sector with a passion for innovative technology. His knack for spotting trends and opportunities positions him as a key asset to the TEVIVO team, where he aims to propel innovation and success.