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Having contributed significantly to industry leaders such as Lonza, Qiagen, Roosterbio, Emergent Biosolutions, and CBMG, Alex brings a blend of technical acumen with hands-on expertise. As a career QC scientist and growing compliance expert, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Alex holds an undergraduate degree in Biochemical Engineering from UMBC and a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Clemson University. Beyond the laboratory, she brings a global perspective, having lived abroad in China, and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Alex also enjoys rock climbing and indulges in tabletop gaming.

Having contributed significantly to industry leaders such as Lonza, Qiagen, Roosterbio, Emergent Biosolutions, and CBMG, Alex brings a blend of technical acumen with hands-on expertise. As a career QC scientist and growing compliance expert, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Alex holds an undergraduate degree in Biochemical Engineering from UMBC and a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Clemson University. Beyond the laboratory, she brings a global perspective, having lived abroad in China, and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Alex also enjoys rock climbing and indulges in tabletop gaming.

Having contributed significantly to industry leaders such as Lonza, Qiagen, Roosterbio, Emergent Biosolutions, and CBMG, Alex brings a blend of technical acumen with hands-on expertise. As a career QC scientist and growing compliance expert, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Alex holds an undergraduate degree in Biochemical Engineering from UMBC and a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Clemson University. Beyond the laboratory, she brings a global perspective, having lived abroad in China, and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Alex also enjoys rock climbing and indulges in tabletop gaming.

Gilberto Dalmaso has over 35 years’ experience in pharmaceutical microbiology and sterility assurance. During his distinguished career he led a series of technology-driven process improvements using scientific methods, while achieving GMP compliance and regulatory approvals mainly for aseptic processes and sterile products.

Today Gilberto is the Global Pharma Advisor and Subject Matters Expert for GDM Pharma Consulting. In this role he collaborates and consults with global pharmaceutical companies to develop and implement science-based strategies and processes that utilize Quality by Design (QbD) principles to monitor, control, and improve the chemical, physical, and microbiological state of various production processes.

Abby Roth, founder of Pure Microbiology, has been supporting the testing and consulting needs of the pharmaceutical, medical device, and compounding industries since 2004. Her background in pharmaceutical microbiology includes extensive knowledge of environmental monitoring.
Abby served as a USP Compounding EC member during the 2015-2020 cycle.

She is an involved member of the Controlled Environment Testing Association (CETA), serving on the Board of Directors, speaking at its annual meetings, and chairing committees for the revision of five CETA Application Guides. Abby has been invited to speak for state boards of pharmacy and for national organizations.

Vanessa Figueroa leverages her combined knowledge of the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Decives industries to provide manufacturers across the US, Europe and India with critical laboratory operations management and personnel training programs to ensure compliance with cGMPs as well as global regulatory standards.

Combining hands-on Quality Control, Sterility, Inspection, and Compliant Operations with an educational leadership approach and natural business acumen, Vanessa brings 17+ years of real-time experience to deliver transformational real-world results.

Gilberto Dalmaso has over 35 years’ experience in pharmaceutical microbiology and sterility assurance. During his distinguished career he led a series of technology-driven process improvements using scientific methods, while achieving GMP compliance and regulatory approvals mainly for aseptic processes and sterile products.

Today Gilberto is the Global Pharma Advisor and Subject Matters Expert for GDM Pharma Consulting. In this role he collaborates and consults with global pharmaceutical companies to develop and implement science-based strategies and processes that utilize Quality by Design (QbD) principles to monitor, control, and improve the chemical, physical, and microbiological state of various production processes.

Having contributed significantly to industry leaders such as Lonza, Qiagen, Roosterbio, Emergent Biosolutions, and CBMG, Alex brings a blend of technical acumen with hands-on expertise. As a career QC scientist and growing compliance expert, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Alex holds an undergraduate degree in Biochemical Engineering from UMBC and a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Clemson University. Beyond the laboratory, she brings a global perspective, having lived abroad in China, and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Alex also enjoys rock climbing and indulges in tabletop gaming.

Gilberto Dalmaso has over 35 years’ experience in pharmaceutical microbiology and sterility assurance. During his distinguished career he led a series of technology-driven process improvements using scientific methods, while achieving GMP compliance and regulatory approvals mainly for aseptic processes and sterile products.

Today Gilberto is the Global Pharma Advisor and Subject Matters Expert for GDM Pharma Consulting. In this role he collaborates and consults with global pharmaceutical companies to develop and implement science-based strategies and processes that utilize Quality by Design (QbD) principles to monitor, control, and improve the chemical, physical, and microbiological state of various production processes.

Having contributed significantly to industry leaders such as Lonza, Qiagen, Roosterbio, Emergent Biosolutions, and CBMG, Alex brings a blend of technical acumen with hands-on expertise. As a career QC scientist and growing compliance expert, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Alex holds an undergraduate degree in Biochemical Engineering from UMBC and a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Clemson University. Beyond the laboratory, she brings a global perspective, having lived abroad in China, and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Alex also enjoys rock climbing and indulges in tabletop gaming.

Sarah Boynton is a recognized expert in biologics and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP) commercial manufacturing, specializing in Human and Organizational Performance (HOP). With over 15 years of experience, Sarah has held key roles in operations, deviation management, and training management, and has also served as a consultant for large organizations in these areas.

In addition to her professional career, Sarah is dedicated to mentorship and leadership development, currently serving as the Women in Bio Capital Region MAPS Chair, where she supports programs focused on women’s empowerment.

Abby Roth, founder of Pure Microbiology, has been supporting the testing and consulting needs of the pharmaceutical, medical device, and compounding industries since 2004. Her background in pharmaceutical microbiology includes extensive knowledge of environmental monitoring.
Abby served as a USP Compounding EC member during the 2015-2020 cycle.

She is an involved member of the Controlled Environment Testing Association (CETA), serving on the Board of Directors, speaking at its annual meetings, and chairing committees for the revision of five CETA Application Guides. Abby has been invited to speak for state boards of pharmacy and for national organizations.

Vanessa Figueroa leverages her combined knowledge of the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Decives industries to provide manufacturers across the US, Europe and India with critical laboratory operations management and personnel training programs to ensure compliance with cGMPs as well as global regulatory standards.

Combining hands-on Quality Control, Sterility, Inspection, and Compliant Operations with an educational leadership approach and natural business acumen, Vanessa brings 17+ years of real-time experience to deliver transformational real-world results.

Having contributed significantly to industry leaders such as Lonza, Qiagen, Roosterbio, Emergent Biosolutions, and CBMG, Alex brings a blend of technical acumen with hands-on expertise. As a career QC scientist and growing compliance expert, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Alex holds an undergraduate degree in Biochemical Engineering from UMBC and a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Clemson University. Beyond the laboratory, she brings a global perspective, having lived abroad in China, and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Alex also enjoys rock climbing and indulges in tabletop gaming.

Vanessa Figueroa leverages her combined knowledge of the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Decives industries to provide manufacturers across the US, Europe and India with critical laboratory operations management and personnel training programs to ensure compliance with cGMPs as well as global regulatory standards.

Combining hands-on Quality Control, Sterility, Inspection, and Compliant Operations with an educational leadership approach and natural business acumen, Vanessa brings 17+ years of real-time experience to deliver transformational real-world results.