Joshua O. Sestak

Joshua O. Sestak is an accomplished professional in the biotechnology sector with extensive experience in scientific and business roles. Currently serving as an Executive in Residence at BioGenerator Ventures since August 2023, Sestak collaborates with the team to foster the development and scaling of new companies. As Principal at Agape Life Science since February 2023, Sestak focuses on funding and growth strategies for biotech companies targeting innovative therapies for unmet medical needs. Previous roles include Chief Technology Officer at Foothold Labs, Chief Operating Officer and Business Development Officer at University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals, and President and CEO at Orion BioScience Inc, where Sestak advanced immune therapeutics for autoimmune diseases. Educational qualifications include a Ph.D. and a Master's in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of Kansas, along with a Bachelor's in Chemistry/Biochemistry from Gonzaga University.