Richard Strike

Richard Strike is an experienced operations and management professional with a comprehensive background in the biotech, manufacturing, and technology sectors. Currently serving as Director of Operations at Newcells Biotech Ltd since October 2022, Richard facilitates drug discovery through in vitro models and oversees end-to-end operations related to cell-based product production, technology transfer, and quality assurance. Previously, as Senior Manufacturing Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Richard led a large operations team to achieve critical business objectives. Richard's extensive prior experience at Parker Hannifin includes roles such as Value Stream Manager, Division Quality Manager, and Division Technical Manager, focusing on manufacturing, quality assurance, and global technical support. Richard holds a PgCMS in Business Administration from Northumbria University and a BSc in Biology from Newcastle University.