Craig Behnke

Craig Behnke is an accomplished executive in the biochemistry and biotechnology fields, currently serving as Executive Vice President of Production and Development at Lumen Bioscience since July 2018. Prior to this role, Craig held various positions at Sapphire Energy Inc. from March 2008 to July 2018, including Vice President of Business Development and Technical Fellow in Chemistry. Craig's experience also includes significant roles at Takeda San Diego, Inc., Sagres Discovery, Syrrx, and Emerald Biostructures, showcasing a strong background in scientific research and development. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry from the University of Washington, a Master of Science from Kansas State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Microbiology from the same institution.