Behzad Mahdavi

Behzad Mahdavi, Ph.D., MBA, is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the biotechnology and innovation sectors. Currently serving as a Member Leader at Forbes Technology Council and Chief Executive Officer at InnoGI Technologies, Behzad operates at the forefront of industry transformation, introducing the SurroGUT™ Platform to advance FDA initiatives. Additionally, Behzad holds the position of Executive Chairman at OpenCell Technologies, focusing on scalable cell engineering solutions. As the founder of INNOV2GRO, Behzad empowers businesses in commercializing disruptive technologies. Previous roles include Senior Vice President at Ginkgo Bioworks and Vice President at Catalent Pharma Solutions, along with board memberships across various companies. Academic credentials include an MBA from UQAM, a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Université de Sherbrooke, and engineering degrees in Chemical Engineering and Industrial Chemistry from French institutions.